Ringling Brothers Circus

Stephen and I went with the Cub Scouts to the circus. It's been 12 years since I visited the circus. Last time, an elephant slipped on poop and fell to the floor. Kathi and Caitlyn were not to excited I took them and that made it even worse.....

When I was growing up, I wanted to go to clown college and join the circus, I remember being in middle school and wishing I could run away to th circus. As an adult, I could not recall where that passion came from. But, after tonight I know why. It was a great experience.

Stephen yelled, danced, and clapped. I have never seen such a huge smile on his face. When I asked him what he liked best he said "I don't know, it is all awesome". Stephen does not get excited or show pure joy often. I don't know what was better the show or turning to see Stephen about to burst open with excitement. I think that was why I wanted to join the circus as a kid. The power and gift to bring joy to someone for a few hours no matter what their situation is....

The show has change a lot and every bit of it was pure entertainment. I am trying to figure out a way to tell Kathi, I want to change careers :)

On another note, Stephen saved $17 over the past 2 months and took it to the circus. As he shopped for a toy, he realized how expensive it was and told me, he wanted to go to Walmart and buy something because everything was so expensive. I was proud to see at such a young age he is starting to understand the value of money.