Bob the Builder live show

Last Wednesday, as I've mentioned, I took the boys to see Bob the Builder (and I forced Nannie to come along too...she was easy to convince) in the live show of "Spud's Big Mess." I was pretty sure Thomas would enjoy it and I was most happy to see that he did. Though at the end, I must say, it was evident that we had missed naptime, but it was worth it.


I brought Thomas' toolbelt and hat with us (and was so glad I did since they sold similar items for $20 each there! The set he had from Target was about $12 for everything!). But when we first got there, I asked him if he wanted to put them on and he said no. Then we walked in and he saw another boy wearing his gear and immediately he was ready to don his own.



Thomas was extremely eager for the curtain to rise and once it did, he was not disappointed. He was so excited to see Bob the Builder and his friends singing and dancing.


In attendance were Lofty, Dizzy, Scoop, Spud & Bob...


Mayor Bentley, Scrambler & Wendy, too.


And because all children's programs seem to have one politically correct message or another, the team's project was building a windmill-powered recycling center. Ha ha.

No matter the message, the kids were mesmerized and completely entertained.



Among the pricey items for sale (like a plastic mug for $15 and the aforementioned hat for $20), was this silly little lighted windmill thing, also for $20. I initially balked at buying such an overpriced toy that will probably break within a month, but once the show started and Thomas saw all of the other kids playing with theirs, I couldn't help it. During the intermission I made a quick trip the lobby to get one for Thomas. I'm a sucker for my kids sometimes. :)


All in all, it was a great show and well worth the price we paid. Thomas and Parker both enjoyed it so much. Thank you Nannie for coming along with us and making it a much easier outing for me! Can I say again how much I am loving your retirement? :)