Managed to return home today, safe and sound, from our mini-vacation to Columbus Ohio and the zoo and waterpark. Kids had a grand time, and certainly slept well last night (and will tonight). Weather was very nice, not too warm, but nothing but sunshine – though the return trip turned into thunderstorms and rain showers. The dog was very happy to be picked up and be able to go home, though I am sure she had a lot of fun at summer camp as well.
The most interested event though was the unexpected Convention we happened on when we checked into the hotel in Columbus. Apparently, we stumbled upon the 2018 Trotcon convention, which after some confusion, we realized was a My Little Pony convention. I am all for supporting anyone, regardless of their interests, so it was more a curiosity for myself, but the kids were more than a little bit confused. Ended up having to explain a bit of the culture of the My Little Pony fandom, which led to other discussions like Furries, and such, trying to avoid the more detailed aspects.
Everyone was of course friendly, and it was comfortable enough, though the Pony-fans did end up staying up late at the pool, making more than a bit of noise.
