What do you do when it’s picture time and the rain looks like it’s going to spoil everything? Well, if you’re 2 1/2, you invite a couple of yellow giraffes to go puddle jumping. I mean seriously, can you imagine anything more exciting to a little boy than running, jumping and splashing about?! We had a blast, but you don’t need me to tell you that. Just look at his face. These are some of my all-time favorites. And there are a ton more in his slideshow.

Meet Lucas. “Backyardigans” fan, sweet little brother, Mister Smarty Pants, breaker of hearts and champion puddle jumper.

(Oh yeah. He’s also the boy my husband says is only allowed to play with Bella until he’s 14.)