Since Eli still doesn't really get the whole concept of Christmas as an over-commercialized present-Santa extravaganza
(though I'm sure our time is approaching), today might as well have been the greatest day of the year for him. He and his friend, Tyler, made treats for the local firemen and then delivered them. The boys had a blast helping with the goodies: first they sprinkled green and red sugar on chocolate covered pretzels (I think more sugar ended up on the counter and the floor than on the pretzels), and then they helped Ty's mom make layer bars. Eli was all about that because he got to use a measuring cup to layer the
ingredients. Of course when he thought no one was looking he attempted to scoop the bars with the cup. The boys played in the yard while the treats cooled down and then we drove over to the fire house. As Eli would say, "Holy Moe-
ey!"
The firemen were appreciative and offered to let the boys have a tour of the small house and firetruck. Tyler wasn't so sure about the big truck, but the ever-trusting Eli went right up into the 'cockpit' with the fireman. Both boys got plastic
fire hats and badge stickers to wear. I think Eli touched every hose, tire, button, and light on the truck. He was also quick to point out the lawnmowers and rakes (because they were at least as exciting as the truck, right?). If you have kids who like fire trucks at all, I recommend bringing treats (or coffee, or lunch) to the local fire station (hey, you might need them someday, so why not thank them in advance?), and maybe you'll get a tour also! These firemen were more than willing to show the kids around and they seemed very happy that we were there to visit. Since
Maddux was in her
car seat, I was trying to keep an eye on Eli while still maintaining a close proximity to her. The guys were so friendly and helpful with her too, urging me to follow Eli around while they kept her entertained. One even followed us to our car so he could carry Maddie (since I obviously had my hands full). A huge
Grand Slam day!!
(though I'm sure our time is approaching), today might as well have been the greatest day of the year for him. He and his friend, Tyler, made treats for the local firemen and then delivered them. The boys had a blast helping with the goodies: first they sprinkled green and red sugar on chocolate covered pretzels (I think more sugar ended up on the counter and the floor than on the pretzels), and then they helped Ty's mom make layer bars. Eli was all about that because he got to use a measuring cup to layer the ingredients. Of course when he thought no one was looking he attempted to scoop the bars with the cup. The boys played in the yard while the treats cooled down and then we drove over to the fire house. As Eli would say, "Holy Moe-ey!" 
The firemen were appreciative and offered to let the boys have a tour of the small house and firetruck. Tyler wasn't so sure about the big truck, but the ever-trusting Eli went right up into the 'cockpit' with the fireman. Both boys got plastic fire hats and badge stickers to wear. I think Eli touched every hose, tire, button, and light on the truck. He was also quick to point out the lawnmowers and rakes (because they were at least as exciting as the truck, right?). If you have kids who like fire trucks at all, I recommend bringing treats (or coffee, or lunch) to the local fire station (hey, you might need them someday, so why not thank them in advance?), and maybe you'll get a tour also! These firemen were more than willing to show the kids around and they seemed very happy that we were there to visit. Since Maddux was in her car seat, I was trying to keep an eye on Eli while still maintaining a close proximity to her. The guys were so friendly and helpful with her too, urging me to follow Eli around while they kept her entertained. One even followed us to our car so he could carry Maddie (since I obviously had my hands full). A huge Grand Slam day!!
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Sounds like so much fun. We will take some christmas morning to our guys here. Ryan loves going there each time we go ... we went thanksgiving morning and he had a ball. Eli is getting SOOOO big!
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