Sunday, April 8, 2012

Houston Children's Festival

Two weekends ago, we attended the Houston Children's Festival. It is a big carnival downtown whose proceeds support the charity I used to work for, Child Advocates. Since the weather was nice, it was really crowded and this 38 week pregnant lady got a little hot and tired, but overall, I think we had a great time. See our pics below.

We arrive and Connor takes in the scene. That metal contraption is an acrobat. There was lots to see and do.

Connor and I stopped to pose in front of the Child Advocates banner in their rodeo themed area.

Connor showing off the vest he made complete with a Sheriff's badge and stickers.


Being patient while getting his face painted.

The finished product, a baseball.

Throwing horseshoes.


Roping a steer.


Riding the carousel with Daddy. We got him to say "Roarrr" as he came around to me. It was cute.


The ladies at the HEB sponsor booth were helping Connor complete a fun obstacle course.

There were lots of street vendors and this one booth had these bubbles that had almost dry ice inside them so when you popped them, "smoke" came out. Connor was fascinated and called them "fire bubbles." I have to admit I had a fun time popping them myself. It was really cool.

Connor showing off his football tossing skills.


Amazingly, Connor actually waved and hugged this Otter character. Normally he is terrified of full size characters. This was a huge step. Perhaps next year he won't be so afraid of Santa and it gives me hope that we could go to Disney World some day.


There were a few kiddie rides that Connor could do. This one flew him around.

Poor Jeff had to contort his body to fit in this dinosaur with Connor, but it was well worth it. They both had fun.

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