Happy Tuesday! So glad you could join me for another edition of T stands for Tuesday.
We’ve been trying to get out and about more this summer with the kids before they are too old to want to go out with us….or have jobs and can’t. I know we still have a couple of years but the times goes by so quickly.
On one adventure we came across a garage sale…more of a sample sale I guess. The kids convinced me I needed this travel glass.
Of course, this edit would be most accurate…
We’ve explored the MN Landscape Arboretum twice already. I bought a 1yr membership with my birthday money so I want to make sure we make it worth while. 
Such a beautiful place…abundant trails…something new around every corner.
We always have a great time on Independence Day.
And no, those are not my kids. Mine are much, much older.
We just had to go see Minnehaha Falls after the torrential rains and flooding. I’ve never seen the Falls running that fierce. It’s just a few short blocks from the Mississippi River, we ventured over there as well. 
These photos were taken from Lock and Dam #1. The trees in the middle of the river look pretty strange right?! It’s normally an island about 200 yards from the dam. A good share of the walkways used by the Army Corp of Engineers are totally under water as well. I’ve never seen anything like it.
The more we adventure around…the more places we want to see. I keep making lists of things to explore. I’m sure we’ll have lots more to share before summer is over.
But for today, I have my everlasting list to tackle.
What are you doing today?
Gorgeous photos dear…love the mosaic of arboretum photos! you are right about doing stuff with the kids while you can… you are making wonderful memories! happy T day!
Wonderful pictures. I have a friend in Minneapolis, and have stayed up with all the flooding, and HERE we are dry as a bone.
The flowers and art work are just stunning.
Thanks for sharing, and happy T-day
LOVE your new altered cup :):) It’s wonderful to be able to enjoy that fabulous arboretum-especially with your kids.Really great photos! I thoroughly enjoyed them all-especially the water shots-wow! Happy T day!
I love the photo mosaics you created! The arboretum looks like a fun place to explore–that statue is really interesting! Do you know anything about it? We felt the same way about our daughter (who is now 21) and took her loads of places. As a result, even now that she has a job, a steady boyfriend, an internship and lots of friends, she still enjoys and wants to do things with M & D!
First, I think that mug is adorable. If it stands still, you will alter it!
Second, I see some kids (bottom right band members from 4th of July) who look like they are shaving already. NOW I KNOW Little J and Mini you are NOT that big (grin)!!
I was all enthralled with the photos of the arboretum because we have nothing that actually compares here. I really liked following you around the grounds, then on to the roaring, swollen river and the bridge and locks. This was a fun trip for me.
I hope to be doing something FREE later in the week, because you know how I feel about free! BTW, not sure if T put it on Facebook (she probably didn’t), but her mom died on Saturday, peacefully at home.
OK, my OTHER right bottom photo (grin).
I love your photos! That arboretum loves wonderful. I like the flowers and the sculptures. I know you’ll enjoy your membership.
I guess all that water will be working its way down to our part of the Mississippi River soon.
Love that travel cup and yes you’d have to change the last digit every year LOL. Arboretums are gorgeous places to go to
Bridget #1
Your cup looks great. Wow! the arboretum photos are simply awesome. I’ve been wanting to go to the Botanical garden we have here.
Have a wonderful week
Enjoyed discovering the museum and the falls through your photos. I’d have to have a much “older” drink cup though, LOL!
Darla
OMG! I couldn’t believe that was Minnehaha Falls! And the Mississippi looks just wild, too. Goodness! I knew we have all had a lot of rain this summer, but that really drove it home for me. You guys have been getting out and about. Good for you! Enjoy!!! Happy T-Day! :)
Beautiful travelogue. Your new cup will help you keep hydrated and all your activities
Your photos are wonderful Halle.
I spy some Scavenger Hunt shots in there too!
The Arboretum sure looks special… lucky you to have it close by.
Your high waters had been on our news here in the DC area…
you are so right about how quickly time flies too!
Happy T Day
oxo
Great photos there. What a surprise to see the mississippi flooded like that. Wow! I have a lot of my bucket list on pinterest now! I need to live and be active until at least 100 to do them all and craft. I will need to keep working too to pay for it all!
Hugs
xx
Isn’t it fun to explore our own “backyards?” You live in a beautiful part of the country!