Under the Sea

John was invited to a birthday party at Under the Sea this weekend. For those of you who don't know what it is, you are quite lucky. Bascially, it's an indoor playground with all sorts of toys and structures where little children can romp around and have fun. Sure, it's great for children. They love running around and frolicking; however, it's a different matter for parents.

The worst part is the music. They blare all the Kidz Bop/Disney/Nickelodeon children's music cds. There was a great sequence when Dora the Explorer, Boots the Monkey, and Backpack were singing Gloria Estefan music. As one who loathes the music of Gloria Estefan, I can say it was as close to torture as I'll ever get. I think I'd rather watch the The Majestic on an endless loop...few probably understand why, but those who sat through it with me with know.

As always, John was too cool for school. He just wanted to hang out and chill out. He wasn't into all the skylarking and frolicking that was going on around him. He just wanted to go home to play with his red sportscar (we'll post video and images later). He did get to hang out with his friend's Alyssa and Jake, the birthday boy. Jake was even kind enough to share his favorite toy with John when we stopped by his house to watch him open gifts.