Yesterday the family headed out on an adventure we’ve planned for weeks. We went to see The Polar Express in 3D at the Ontario Place Cineshere. But it wasn’t just the Movie, it was also a PJ party that promised a meet and great with Santa , Art’s and Crafts plus Hot Chocolate. We told Jacob weeks ago that we’d be going on a special adventure with Nana and Papa on the 17th but we wouldn’t tell him where. So as they dressed in their special PJs and climbed into the van they were excited, but a little unsure.
Our little reader spotted our destination before we expected. While getting out of the van in the parking lot he spotted an advertisement for the even on the Ontario Place bride. We down played it saying the sign said the 26th. Of course we couldn’t hind it any longer when he say the sign pictured above. He’s excitement was a wonder to see. I should mention that the Polar Express has been Jacob’s favourite move for the last 2 years. He watches it when ever he can, he acts out scenes and knows the words to all the song, if not the entire movie. Of course the movie came out in 2004 so he’s never had a opportunity to see it on the big screen. Last Christmas we look to see if a local theatre was playing it, but came up empty. I didn’t try this time, then Nana found it playing on the Cineshere’s Imax screen and we knew we had to go. And we weren’t disappointed. It was a great night, and seeing it on the big screen in 3D made it come alive for me in a new way. I’m hoping we can make it a yearly tradition.
Today was a great day, it started with Violet and her Christmas Recital, well by recital I mean the last 10 minutes of Ballet parents could come in and watch. Then it was Jacob’s hockey game. Followed by a family adventure to see the Polar Express in 3D. It was a great day with some great pictures. So I’m torn by which way to go for today’s picture of the day. After much thought I’ve decided to go a different way then I normally would. Usually it would be an action shot of one of the kids activities, or perhaps a group shot from the Polar Express. Instead I have chosen to use this picture of skyline that I took as we walked across the bridge to the Cinesphere. I’m working on a write up with the pictures from both the Ballet recital and the Polar Express but for thoughs you will have to wait. For now Enjoy the view.
Today I picked up a new(to me) game for the PS3, Assassin’s Creed Brotherhood. I’ve wanted to play it sence I finished the second game. Of course when the kids saw me playing the wanted a turn. It was fun watching Jacob running around in the game, he’s still not to sure of the controls. Poor little Violet also wanted to try, but her little hands can’t really hold the controller. I snapped today’s picture of the day while she took her turn.
Today was Jacob’s school Christmas concert. It was great to watch them on stage with all the other Kindergardeners. They sang so well, and you don’t have to take my word for it watch the video:
Today I found Jingles in the kids bathroom brushing his teeth. It’s good to see our little elf thinking about oral care, specially with all the sweets that comes during the Christmas Season.
It all started with a text message from Melissa ‘Daddy…. Jacob wants you to take him to the outdoor skating rink after dinner’. So after dinner Jacob and I head out for an evening of skating. I wish I had thought to bring our good camera, then perhaps I would have managed to get a better picture. Still the photo I chose captures the evening, and as an added bonus I took some video. I warn you I’m not a very good skater, so the video is a bit shaky.
Tonight Jingles watched as the family enjoyed an ice cream treat after dinner, and wanted one of his own. So When the kids come looking for him tomorrow they will see him sitting on the fridge with an ice cream cone. He even had sprinkles.
While I was putting together yesterday’s post about Violet’s first time on ice I realised I hadn’t posted the pictures from the local Santa Clause parade. So I thought I should start the week out right and post them. You see last Saturday morning the family headed out to the Lakeshore to watch the annual Santa Clues Parade. With the kids bundled up we ready to watch the parade.
Ever since I took Violet to watch Jacob skating I’ve known she’s wanted on the Ice. When ever I let her walk around the rink she would always right to the gate to get onto the ice (Project 365-192: Let me onto the ice… and Project 365-290: Let me in..). Today she got the chance and she loved it. The whole family went with Nana and Papa to the Colonel Sam Smith Ice Trail for an afternoon of skating. Both kids were excited to be skating outside for the fist time. Violet do amazing for her first time. She kept wanted to if anything she was to excited and was trying to be off and skating before she was stable on her feet. I’m sure after a few more times she’ll be skating circles around me. I must admit, I really enjoyed skating around the figure eight. I think perhaps I should get out on the ice more this winter, and maybe I could keep up with the kids as they learn to skate.
Today Melissa and I headed out to square one to do some Christmas shopping. Shortly after we got there I sorta wished we had brought the kids… Well at least Jacob, because who did I see walking through Wal-Mart, none other than Jacob’s favorite character Mario. I had to take a picture to show Jacob who we saw. I hadn’t intended it to be the Picture of the day, but after a long day fighting the crowds in the malls I wasn’t up to taking another.
Before I wrap up for the night I thought I should say a few words about how much Jacob loves Mario. For the last 3 months or so he’s been obsessed with Mario 64 DS. He plays it all the time, and when he’s not playing it he watches video’s on YouTube of other people playing it. When we were shopping the other day he got so excited to see Mario and friend figurines. He would have love to take his picture with Mario today, that is if he could get past his fear of people dressed in kids character costumes.
