Thanksgiving Treats

Last Friday was a crazed adventure in mommyhood. First, we had Abigail's Kindergarten program and feast. As the class coordinator, I had spent (too) many days planning the event with other moms. And, I learned my first lesson in having school-age kids: Stay away from the crazy moms. It's hard to tell which ones are crazy, but the truth comes out quickly.

When I listened to a voicemail telling me that if we didn't find someone to take care of tablecloths and decorations for the program, "It would be scary." I'm not kidding. This mom was serious. I calmed her down by taking care of table decorations for all 22 tables. I cleaned out the Party Supply store, and she wasn't scared.

Crazy moms and unnecessary party planning aside, the program was adorable. The kids sang two Thanksgiving songs dressed as Pilgrims and Indians...





I wasn't able to get very good images of Abigail since she was positioned in the back of the group, but I did capture the funniest of sites...



There were more cameras and videorecorders than I've ever seen in one place. Too funny...

After the presentation, we enjoyed a bountiful breakfast with Abigail and then took over in her classroom. Daniel read a few books to the kids (before sneaking out for a deer hunting trip).



And, then I worked with the kids to create a Turkey headband craft. There are no pictures, because I was being crafty instead of taking pictures. Kids hyped up on juice and donuts and cookies and excited about the last day of school before a holiday need much attention in craft time. Trust me on that one.

I finished with Abigail's class just in time to join Cooper's class.





Abigail was able to join me, and we snacked and laughed while Cooper played the part of the Indian.

Once I was finished at the school, I was exhausted. Coincidal timing of class parties is not something that I considered in family planning thoughts five years ago. Whew!