Museum of Science and Industry

Christian's last day of work was Monday this week, so we took advantage day 1 and headed out to the Museum of Science and Industry.  We went right during Micah's nap time, believing he would be able to make it and potentially even nap on the way home, and trusting Reid to nap on the go.  Well, Reid did quite well, falling asleep in the Ergo for 45 minutes...but Micah didn't adjust quite as well.  He really enjoyed parts of the museum, but also had moments of "meltdownness" causing us to look forward to when he's no longer napping at all (though I wouldn't trade that most days :)) to be able to enjoy outings as a family.

Regardless, we had a good time and really enjoyed some of the exhibits at the museum.  We had debated between this museum and the Shedd Aquarium, but seeing that there were Christmas trees galore and a Charlie Brown exhibit, we chose the Museum of Science and Industry instead, and were glad we did.  Micah really enjoyed the piano playing and coloring in that exhibit, as well as the tractor and farming section.  Definitely a place of hands on experiences and a great place to take a kiddo!

Charlie Brown Exhibit!

 

Micah's mood for half of this exhibit, unfortunately.  Thankfully we had the Bob and could switch out him and Reid when needed ;)

 

Since Micah wasn't in the mood for a picture, I got one with Reidees (Micah's nickname for Reid that we have adopted).

 

So sweet :)

 

Pretty cool piano in this exhibit.

 

 Both kids really enjoyed playing on the piano.

 

Micah wanted to get his picture with Snoopy.

 

He really enjoyed coloring here as well.  A lot of cool hands-on experiences for the kids!

 

Reid pulling up on anything available.  We just had to make sure he didn't put the tire in his mouth after, haha.

 

Micah and Christian enjoying some coloring time.  This happens at home quite often too.  Christian is a great artist and Micah enjoys sitting down with him and watching/coloring as well.

 

 Sweet boys.

 

Love that tongue out of his mouth. 

 

Happy boy!

 

We picked up Sophie the Giraffe due to its teething reviews...I don't know if he'll love it or not, but it worked well for us at the museum.

 

We went to a chick exhibit and Micah loved watching the chicks running around!

 

He was drawn even more to the eggs portion that had a very newly hatched chicken.  Pretty cool!

 

My attempt at getting a picture of the two boys.

 

Micah driving the tractor.  He loved this part!

We certainly love having Daddy off of work, and plan on taking full advantage of our time together before the new year starts and his work schedule gets crazy busy again.  Yay for family fun days! :)