Greatest Show on Earth

The Gray Family kicked off summer by attending the circus.  And it truly is the Greatest Show on Earth.  The circus outing was a surprise.  When we left in the morning, I told the boys we were attending a toothbrush convention.  Once we arrived we explained we were going to the circus instead and described a circus.  No matter what we said, Case was tragically disappointed we were not buying new toothbrushes. Who knew he was so into dental hygiene?! In fact Case pouted for at least 45 minutes outside until we were inside the circus ring and he could actually see what the excitement was all about.

First we attended the pre-pre-show which consisted of viewing the trainers washing and grooming the animals outside.  Then we moved inside for another pre-show where the boys interacted with the performers and watched mini shows by each act up close and personal.  Once the main show started, there was so much to see!  Dancers in-between each performance, singing, spinning, clowns, costumes.  It was spectacular.  Recently Ringling Brothers announced the retirement of their infamous elephant act so I was surprised to see them at the show.  I felt very lucky to see an iconic act that won't be around in the very near future.  Dog shows, tigers, camels, elephants, tight rope walkers, shooting cannons, trampoline bouncers, bmx bike riders and so much more were part of the 2 1/2 hour show.  No souvineres were purchased but we did buy the most expensive snow cone know to man, a $15 elephant snow cone, shared by 4.  The boys were cheering 'hooray', shouting 'wow' and stayed on the edge of their seats the entire show.  I think everyone enjoyed our family start to summer.