Hay Happens and Hay's Happen

Mom’s dear friends and Bible study leaders are Marv and Pat. They are wonderful!

For Marv’s birthday, Tatum made a Koala and they hung it on their frig. Then she also made Marv a Veteran’s Day appreciation sign, and guess where it went.

On the frig….

Now, they have 6 grandchildren, but Tatum’s love occupies their frig’s face. I like that.

 

Mommy, why are you here?
Great question!!!
Well, I come bearing……..CUPCAKES! Tatum will be turning six on Thanksgiving, and she has the whole week off, so I needed to come in the week prior to celebrate with her class.

I brought in mini-cupcakes with a Star Wars ring for each kiddo.

She got her birthday hat, a song, and a big big kiss from me!!

 

For your service to our country.

I read Tatum a book last night about our Constitution. It’s called WE THE PEOPLE. The artwork gives you a feel of what it means to be an American. Liberty, Justice and Freedom. But, freedom to do what is right in light of living in unity.

We appreciate you, soldier. You are appreciated and honored.

Thanks to my honey and buying these rockets to launch.

I had her outfit all set out to surprise her before the big birthday party.

I think she liked it!

I got one for me to match…boots and all!

We arrived a bit early, and this year, Tot helped me out. Usually, I have her come later, but she is now a BIG helper.

Doug then came with more food and the rockets!!! Kids were lining up to pump and launch!  Honey was helping them all out so patiently and instructively.

Teagan, Charlotte, William, Julia, Scarlet, and Lincoln.

We were all in AWE!
Tatum and Charlotte goofing around…

 

.and then Julia and Scarlet. I think Ethan was just watching the silliness.

Then it was time to ride the train. … all 30 of us! Excitement abounds.

Teagan and Lincoln couldn’t wait those last two minutes. William was inspired that Teagan could tell there were only two minutes by reading the clock! What do you know! Kindergarten does teach things.

The girls sat together.

…and I realized it was the first time I have not had her on my lap during the ride. What a change. It’s quite a happy/sad feeling.

The tunnel brought back memories of Tot saying, “Tunno tunno!”

ROCKET CAKE CUTTING TIME!!! After a prayer of gratitude for all the friends and joy.

Psst..I love you Tot.

We had so much fun. It started to get dark, so we headed home to open gifts and have some dinner.

Carley got her this water baby. Yes, you fill her with water. Srsly?

A fun fishing game…

One of the gifts….ok!? Tatum…where did you go?

She played into the night with her legos.

I collapsed but she played on and on. I am so grateful for such friends and fun. Her real birthday is in two weeks, so I’ll take five a little bit longer. I love you Tot.

It was an important day for our country. The mid-term elections.

I took Tot with me this morning to vote. They gave her a nice sticker. I took forever to go over the judges. As I was voting, I noticed one of my buddies from high school was on the judges list. I had to vote NO for him because my mom had done all of the vetting for these judges. Apparently, Sam was pretty left -wing in his rulings. Sorry Sam. (I still like you as a buddy!)

Then we got to school and she showed me her stuff.

All I can say is OUCH! I love you Tot. I pray for our country today.

 

I did not go this year, but she sure seemed to have fun!
Thank you Mrs. Holman for taking them. She brought home some fresh veggies for a delicious salad.

Corn was her favorite part!

And of course her buddy Charlotte

Fun with Julia.

What fun they had.

Happy Birthday Carley!

She is a good buddy. Always has had Tatum’s back, even last year in Pre-K.

Pony ride!

Jumping in the bouncy house.

Thanks Carley for inviting us.