This morning we went to the Children's Museum for their annual breakfast. We had a great time last year, so we had high expectations for this year. We were disappointed. It is expensive and was definitely not worth the money this year. First of all we were crammed at a table with another family. This completely shut down Jackson. It takes him awhile to get used to new people. Then the food was cold. Jackson ate nothing, and Brooks nibbled on pancakes. Then we were supposed to wait at our table until they called us for pictures with Santa. This is not smart for young children. Finally they told everyone to just go get in line. The boys did sit with Santa but would not smile. They did enjoy the two craft stations, but were disappointed we did not make reindeer food. We went to the story time this year. It was cute but a little long. Mrs. Claus told stories, and Rudolph and Frosty made special appearances. Brooks liked it. Both boys enjoyed singing songs. I think they had the most fun playing in the farm and construction area. Brooks is a wild man on the slide now.
Cookies for Santa Plate
We also went to paint our annual plate. It all started out fine. Tim had a simple design. Jackson picked out ornaments for him and Brooks to paint. We got their feet painted and on the plate. Jackson was happily painting his gingerbread man. Then all of a sudden there was a huge meltdown, a screaming meltdown because he said he didn't know how to paint. I had to drag both boys out of the store screaming with everyone staring at us. Jackson asked me why I had to be so mean to him all the time. He is starting that early, isn't he?
Festival of Trees
If I didn't have to go to all of these places today, we would have just gone home. Jackson took a 15 minute power nap and woke up in a better mood. We walked to see all of the Christmas trees. The boys enjoyed it. The day was perfect with temps in the mid 60s so we decided to walk and find something for lunch. We happened to find Santa driving his sleigh and giving rides. Jackson and I rode 2 years ago. I took the boys again this year. It was fun. Brooks waved to people, and Jackson soaked it all in.
Errands
The boys wanted Frodo's so we all enjoyed our pizza while watching Prancer. Then we went to the mall to buy Jackson sone new shoes. He is in a 9 1/2 wide now. Then we went to Costco to stock up on our usual. We were all tired of traffic and people by that point so we headed home.
Attempt at Pictures
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