Mom's Movie Theater

I had told the boys that once I was off work we'd try to do something special each day of their vacation. Our first special thing was a surprise movie "experience" in the living room.

I put up a blanket to help darken the room. On the blanket, I hung up a sign: "Welcome to Mom's Theater. Now Showing: Big Hero 6." They all thought that was pretty cool.

A movie theater?! That's awesome!

Baymax! I like Baymax!

He does really like Baymax. He carried the pictures around for a long while afterward.

I moved the couch centered to the television and set out a bunch of movie snacks--Mike and Ikes, M&Ms, and popcorn. I even had Isaac go out and pick up some Orange Fanta to drink.

It was a huge success. The boys all hung out in the living room and watched the movie while eating their treats.

It was pretty sweet when, at a particularly touching part of the movie, our sensitive boy burst into tears. It was clear that he was very into the movie.

Once Big Hero 6 was over, we watched Cars, too.

This was definitely a win/win. I had almost as much fun creating the experience as they had enjoying it! :)