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A smattering of my cousins that were at Amanda & Reid’s wedding tonight.

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✅ Quebec ✅ Montreal ✅ Stowe ✅ Bismarck

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We all stopped at Breakout ND today in Bismarck to do the Gemini Quantum Quest game. The game is a split-start so Mazie and Tyler went to one place and Tammy and I to another. After getting through the initial puzzles we joined forces and saved the space station with 11m 15s still on the clock! Room 82!

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Nice way to start the day at Youngblood Coffee in Fargo, ND.

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Lovely day for a Guinness.

\n\"Guinness\n", "date_published": "2025-08-08T19:15:00-05:00", "url": "https://www.thingelstad.com/2025/08/08/lovely-day-for-a-guinness.html", "tags": ["Travel","Arts","QMSB Trip 2025"] }, { "id": "http://jthingelstad.micro.blog/2025/08/08/loved-this-find-in-downtown.html", "content_html": "

Loved this find in downtown Fargo — #FARGOMARIOWALL.

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Tracks in Fargo, ND.

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Tyler and I stopped by Paradox Comics-n-Cards and got the last two packs they had — Pokémon Surging Sparks. Lots of bulk.

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Delightful Nitro Oat Latte at Youngblood Coffee Roasters in Fargo, ND. This place has their coffee situation dialed in right. 👏☕️

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We arrived in Fargo today and made our way to Puzzled Escape Rooms and did their Time Machine room. The room had a lot of locks and codes to figure out. We started with uncovering a lot of different items in the room and then had to figure out where to get started. The beginning was probably the hardest point. As is often the case there were a couple of things that made me “face palm” that we missed it. Others we connected the dots but didn’t know what to do with it until the puzzle showed up and we were able to clear it very fast. Overall a fun room but an older style room that is heavy code and lock based. Room 81!

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We had a nice walk this morning around the Prairie Wetlands Learning Center just outside of Fergus Falls.

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\"Purple\"Narrow\"Calm\"Two\"Four

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Fergus Falls has done a great job building up the area around the Otter Tail River with a short river walk and nice spots to enjoy a great evening outside.

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Checked into the Mill Boutique Hotel in Fergus Falls. This place has just opened up and is still getting things set up. I dig the setup in an old mill building. If your a fan of exposed brick and concrete this is the place for you.

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We made a stop at Escape Room Alexandria today and did “The Experiment”. We successfully solved the room and escaped with 6m 46s on the clock. The room had a cool flow starting with a set of puzzles that we were able to divide and do in parallel. Then we hit a whole different set of puzzles that required more communication and coordination. We had a fun time puzzling through everything and ultimately escaping.

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Afterward we were able to chat with Lindsay, one of the owners, and shared a ton of great rooms that we’ve done. She has done over two hundred rooms and she also knew the folks that run Copper Cat, which is where we got the recommendation for this stop. Room 80!

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Stopped in Alexandria to try Up North Ice Cream. Tons of flavors all made in-house and delicious. They had a Sweet Corn ice cream that was pretty wild.

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Also Olson Family Vacation 2025 Day 8.

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✅ Quebec ✅ Montreal ✅ Stowe 🔲 Bismarck

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Also Olson Family Vacation 2025 Day 7.

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Olson Family Vacation 2025.

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Tammy and I cycled 8.28 miles in 49.7 minutes on the Stowe Recreation Path. Ran out of time to do the last bit but covered most of it. 🚴‍♂️

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Also Olson Family Vacation 2025 Day 6.

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We all rented bikes at [Local Motion](Island Line Trail in Burlington and rode the Island Line Trail over the Colchester Causeway. We took the Bike Ferry across “the gap” and finally turned around at Allenholm Farms on South Hero Island and made our way back.

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Riding the Colchester Causeway on the Island Line Trail in Burlington, Vermont. The causeway itself is 3 miles long.

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Morning cappuccino at Vermont Artisan Coffee & Tea. Very good.

\n\"Cappuccino\n", "date_published": "2025-08-04T07:12:52-05:00", "url": "https://www.thingelstad.com/2025/08/04/morning-cappuccino-at-vermont-artisan.html", "tags": ["Coffee","Travel","QMSB Trip 2025"] }, { "id": "http://jthingelstad.micro.blog/2025/08/03/poap-at-olson-family-vacation.html", "content_html": "

POAP 7402821 at Olson Family Vacation 2025 — Ben & Jerry's Experience.

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Also Olson Family Vacation 2025 Day 5.

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We took the Ben & Jerry’s Factory Tour and got to see their original location where they are still making a ton of ice cream today. The tour ended with a custom flavor they had prepared for the day and then of course a visit to the scoop shop!

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\"Ben\"Tour\"Family\"Ben

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Super good soft serve Maple Creamie at Red Barn Ice Cream. 🍦

\n\"Hand\n", "date_published": "2025-08-03T14:37:19-05:00", "url": "https://www.thingelstad.com/2025/08/03/super-good-soft-serve-maple.html", "tags": ["Travel","Restaurants","QMSB Trip 2025"] }, { "id": "http://jthingelstad.micro.blog/2025/08/03/blending-my-smoothie-by-bike.html", "content_html": "

Blending my smoothie by bike at the Stowe Farmers Market this morning.

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POAP 7402510 at Magnifico at Escaparium 🎪.

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Also Olson Family Vacation 2025 Day 4.

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Today we did the World’s #1 Escape Room according to TERPECA 2024 — Magnifico! It was an incredible experience. Unlike anything we’ve ever done before.

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Jamie
\nUnlike any escape rooms experience I’ve ever imagined. The depth of the story drew us in right away. I wanted the story to keep going. Wow!

\n

Tammy
\nAmazing! Not an escape room experience, but a private interactive theater where you complete puzzles and interact with actor’s to move further in the story. Truly remarkable story, set, and props.

\n

Mazie
\nImagine a live play happening all around you, but you can (and are encouraged to) interact with the characters to develop the story. It’s a choose your own adventure book in real life! We went on rides, had actual magic tricks played on us, and even died along the way.

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Tyler
\nWow! So many different puzzles and people. Always something new and interesting to do or look at. Never boring.

\n

The introduction to the room…

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At Magnifico’s Circus, prepare yourself for a day filled with wonder and excitement. Here, you’ll embark on amazing rides that will thrill and delight you. Test your skills and win fabulous prizes in our exciting games, perfect for all ages.

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Bring your friends and family to share in the joy and fun. From the youngest to the young at heart, everyone will find something to love at Magnifico’s Circus.

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And when the sun sets, the real magic begins! Gather under the big top to witness an unforgettable circus show. Our talented performers, dazzling acrobats, and hilarious clowns will leave you awestruck and full of wonder.

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Magnifico’s Circus is not just a show; it’s an experience you won’t want to miss. Step right up and join us for a day of fun, laughter, and unforgettable memories!

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You can also listen to the soundtrack.

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Also Olson Family Vacation 2025 Day 3.

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Delightful evening watching Cirque du Soleil’s LUZIA in Montreal, the home of Cirque.

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\"Four\"Two\"Cirque\"Group

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We all had a great time making bagels at The Bagel Class today. We learned how to make Montreal style bagels from scratch and had a few at the end. Yum! 🥯

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\"Group\"Group\"Small\"Two\"Two\"Instructor\"Two

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Great time on the Jetboat in Montreal!

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\n", "date_published": "2025-08-01T11:30:00-05:00", "url": "https://www.thingelstad.com/2025/08/01/great-time-on-the-jetboat.html", "tags": ["Videos","Travel","QMSB Trip 2025"] }, { "id": "http://jthingelstad.micro.blog/2025/07/31/qmsb-trip-day.html", "title": "QMSB Trip - Day 6", "content_html": "

Also Olson Family Vacation 2025 Day 2.

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Montreal Pier.

\n\"La\n", "date_published": "2025-07-31T20:15:00-05:00", "url": "https://www.thingelstad.com/2025/07/31/montreal-pier.html", "tags": ["Travel","QMSB Trip 2025"] }, { "id": "http://jthingelstad.micro.blog/2025/07/30/today-we-did-two-escape.html", "content_html": "

Today we did two escape rooms at Escaparium, and nine years ago today Tammy and I did our second escape room ever in Maine. We’ve now done 78!

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Also Olson Family Vacation 2025 Day 1.

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Go to day\n1,\n2,\n3,\n4,\n5,\n6,\n7,\n8,\n9,\n10,\n11,\n12,\n13,\n14,\n15,\n16\nor see index.

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After our morning defeating the Voodoo Queen we had a break for lunch and then returned to Escaparium. We were guided through a number of hallways until we came upon a wardrobe sitting in the hall. We were left and upon inspection the wardrobe transported us to another world where we made many new friends and were guided by Moss along the way. The room had many hidden secrets to find and at one point we even ventured down a river on a raft to a hidden cave where we ultimately saved Moss and all of her friends before coming back to this world through another wardrobe.

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This was a two hour room and was an incredible story.

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POAP 7399817 at Olson Family Vacation 2025.

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We started another double header of escape rooms today at Escaparium. Our first room was Lost Island of the Voodoo Queen. As we entered our first “room” at Escaparium we realized it wasn’t really a room. We were taken to a dock by our guide and after a mysterious disappearance we boarded our ship filled with spirits.

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This felt more like we were on a movie set than an escape room. The ship was moving at times and we were solving very cool puzzles. After successfully navigating the ship through storms we landed at the Island and had to save lost souls.

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We did complete the experience and break the spell of the Voodoo Queen. It was amazing and made us all eager to see the other Escaparium rooms we were doing.

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Go to day\n1,\n2,\n3,\n4,\n5,\n6,\n7,\n8,\n9,\n10,\n11,\n12,\n13,\n14,\n15,\n16\nor see index.

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We again returned to Cabinet Mysteriis to do a third room. Tonight we were doing Screaming Metal. There are a lot of escape rooms that are intentionally scary and that isn’t our thing. This room does have “fright” components but we felt we were up to it. The story is set in a post apocalyptic world and you are taken hostage by a group that is going to kill you. You have an hour to escape.

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This room also had actors with the “screaming” part courtesy of the first actor who is threatening and carrying a baseball bat. The other actor is trying to help you.

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We did escape! It was a complicated room but we worked through all the various steps and ultimately made it out. I really liked how authentic the ending was and how immersive the story got. Well done.

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Poutine achievement unlocked! 🇨🇦😊

\n\"Poutine\n", "date_published": "2025-07-29T15:24:13-05:00", "url": "https://www.thingelstad.com/2025/07/29/poutine-achievement-unlocked.html", "tags": ["Travel","Restaurants","QMSB Trip 2025"] }, { "id": "http://jthingelstad.micro.blog/2025/07/28/qmsb-trip-day.html", "title": "QMSB Trip - Day 3", "content_html": "\n

Go to day\n1,\n2,\n3,\n4,\n5,\n6,\n7,\n8,\n9,\n10,\n11,\n12,\n13,\n14,\n15,\n16\nor see index.

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This was part two of our double header. After doing Dreamwalkers we went back to the lobby and got set for room two of the night. In 2002: A Bovine Odyssey we were aided by the onboard AI in the spaceship that we were on. The room made us laugh a lot and had challenging puzzles. We definitely needed the AI (game master) to help us. We found ourselves stumped a number of times.

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Cabinet Mysteriis again showed their incredible focus on have an immersive experience. At one point one of the puzzles in our room wasn’t operating right. This happens rarely but isn’t the first time we’ve seen it. However, instead of just walking in the room we have a space pizza delivery man show up and deliver us some pizza and tend to the malfunctioning puzzle. Brilliantly done.

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Great time for all!

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Tonight we visited Cabinet Mysteriis in Quebec for a double hitter of escape rooms. The first room was Dreamwalkers. New to us was that Cabinet Mysteriis focuses on an immersive experience. There is not screen in the room and no timer is visible. We had 75 minutes to complete the room but the precise time was unknown. They also asked us to remove watches so we couldn’t track time ourselves.

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Additionally the story is set during dreams so we also wore slippers when doing the room. We all took our shoes off and got our choice of various home knit slippers.

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With no screen to communicate with us the game master was a character in the room. The friendly and helpful Mr Fox appeared inside an old fashioned TV cabinet to aid us as we worked the various puzzles

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The room was complicated and alas we did not solve it but we had a great time and if we would have had another ten minutes maybe we could have got there.

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Go to day\n1,\n2,\n3,\n4,\n5,\n6,\n7,\n8,\n9,\n10,\n11,\n12,\n13,\n14,\n15,\n16\nor see index.

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Celebrating our TWENTY THIRD anniversary with the most delicious ice cream from Chocolate Favoris dipped in Hazelnut Praline. 🍦💍

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Quebec Old City.

\n\"Stone\n", "date_published": "2025-07-27T14:20:00-05:00", "url": "https://www.thingelstad.com/2025/07/27/quebec-old-city.html", "tags": ["Travel","Arts","QMSB Trip 2025"] }, { "id": "http://jthingelstad.micro.blog/2025/07/27/much-too-sunny-but-we.html", "content_html": "

Much too sunny but we got to Quebec City and made our way into the Old City where we are staying.

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Our plan was to rent bikes from Local Motion and then ride the amazing Island Line Trail including the Bike Ferry but the rain was too much. We rented everything and started to ride and it was just a lot of wet. We will try again on August 4th!

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Waiting for the train in the rain. ☔️

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What does QMSB Trip mean? Our summer vacation is a little different this year. It is a bit like four separate segments put together. The segments…

\n\n

So QMSB! We have a lot of add-ons and experiences along the way! If I included every place that we spend the night it would be:

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Burlington — Quebec — Montreal — Stowe — Fergus Falls — Fargo — Bismarck

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But BQMSFFFB is a bit much. 😁

\n", "date_published": "2025-07-26T21:15:23-05:00", "url": "https://www.thingelstad.com/2025/07/26/why-qmsb.html", "tags": ["Family","Travel","QMSB Trip 2025"] }, { "id": "http://jthingelstad.micro.blog/2025/07/26/qmsb-trip-day.html", "title": "QMSB Trip - Day 1", "content_html": "\n

Go to day\n1,\n2,\n3,\n4,\n5,\n6,\n7,\n8,\n9,\n10,\n11,\n12,\n13,\n14,\n15,\n16\nor see index.

\n", "date_published": "2025-07-26T20:58:10-05:00", "url": "https://www.thingelstad.com/2025/07/26/qmsb-trip-day.html", "tags": ["Family","Travel","QMSB Trip 2025"] }, { "id": "http://jthingelstad.micro.blog/2025/07/26/sunset-on-lake-champlain.html", "content_html": "

Sunset on Lake Champlain from the Burlington lakefront.

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The Unitarian Universalist Meeting House at the top of Church Street in Burlington.

\n\"Brick\n", "date_published": "2025-07-26T17:00:00-05:00", "url": "https://www.thingelstad.com/2025/07/26/the-unitarian-universalist-meeting-house.html", "tags": ["Travel","Arts","QMSB Trip 2025"] }, { "id": "http://jthingelstad.micro.blog/2025/07/26/these-installations-by-jacob-hashimoto.html", "content_html": "

These installations by Jacob Hashimoto at Burlington City Arts were so unique and interesting. The depth of the art pulled you in. Very unique and interesting!

\n

\"Large-scale\"Large\"Wall\"Four

\n", "date_published": "2025-07-26T15:00:00-05:00", "url": "https://www.thingelstad.com/2025/07/26/these-installations-by-jacob-hashimoto.html", "tags": ["Travel","Arts","QMSB Trip 2025"] }, { "id": "http://jthingelstad.micro.blog/2025/07/26/hello-from-church-street-in.html", "content_html": "

Hello from Church Street Marketplace on the 30th Anniversary Block Party in Burlington, VT.

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Departing soon to start our QMSB (Quebec, Montreal, Stowe, Bismarck) summer trip! 🛫

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