First Family Day At The Movies

Jacob told his mommy that he wanted to watch Alvin & the Chipmunks almost first thing in the morning. So, we fired up the tv and started the movie for him. Before long, Jacob said that he wanted to see the Chipmunks at the theater... Did he get any help? Well, maybe... Before Amy came down in the morning, Jacob was spoonfed with the thought of watching the Chipmunks. After all, he loves to watch them as we have seen the first move, well, let's just say more than a few times. Since there was plenty of time earlier in the morning, I checked out where the movie was playing and found that it hadn't hit the cheap movie theater yet, but did find a "super saver" time. So, yes, Jacob had a little help, but he is the one that asked...

The family got dressed and ready to go. We figured we would get there a little early since Jacob had never been to the theater and to let him run around a bit so that he wouldn't have so much energy during the movie. Jacob checked out the arcade and didn't do much running around. He was all about getting into the theater so that he could see the movie.

Impatient? No, not really. I think everyone in the theater was anxious to get the movie going. We planned most of the event pretty well, but forgot to factor in the 20 minute delay from when the movie is supposed to start. I think whoever put the previews together forgot the audience that would be watching the Squeakqual... They didn't really phase Jacob because he was all big and proud sitting in his booster seat between his mommy and daddy with his sippy cup in his very own cupholder.

Jacob wasn't quite too sure what was going on when the lights went out, but mommy quickly told him that meant the chipmunks were about to be on the screen. He was fine with as he turned and noticed a big light behind him. He was very intrigued by what was going on overhead as he checked out the projection room a number of times.

The movie was good and kept Jacob's attention. There was even a cameo appearance by Digger. It helps to know a little about NASCAR to know who Digger is... As the movie was nearing the end, so was Jacob's lunch and nap time. He was getting a little antsy and wanted to get going. Then, there was the big performance by the Chipmunks and Chippettes which basically ended the movie. This grabbed Jacob's attention and sucked him back in. Of course, now the movie ended and Jacob did NOT want to leave. There was a little fuss, but once he was in the car and on his way, he was out for the count.