We started the event by eating yummy ribeye sandwiches and all other kinds of pot luck foods. Then the kids decided they wanted to fish. So Matt broke out the Batman, Scooby Doo and Spongebob fishing poles and hit the pond. The kids were pulling out fish left and right. They started by catching bluegill, but later they were pulling out catfish. Matt did not enjoy getting the catfish off the hooks. The bluegill were much easier. There were a few other men helping out with the fishing duties, but of course Matt was right in there helping them out. Ethan lost interest after catching 5 or so fish, but Ashton kept entertained for a very long time. If you know my kids you'd know that is quite the opposite of the norm. By the end of the night most of the children at the party had caught a few fish. One of Matt's co-workers named Brad helped out a lot with the kids. You will see him in some of the photos.
Another fun activity at the party was the paddle boat. The kids really enjoyed cruising around in it.
MaryAnn (the host) also had her John Deere tractor out for the kids to play on. Ryan thought that was really neat. The only problem Ryan had was he didn't get to see the cows eat hay in the barn. Oh well, he was able to see them eat the hay in front of our eyes!!!
All in all it was a great day. The kids acted perfect, the temperature was just right, and there was yummy food. What else could you ask for??
Oh - and Brinley sat in her stroller nearly the entire time without making a peep (except to say "moo" over and over)
2 comments:
How totally fun is that. What a cool party. So what did the kids due with all the fish? -throw them back or keep them?
I am just glad you didn't have to eat what you caught! I bet everyone was totally jealous of cartoon poles!
I would have been happy with the ribeye sandwiches and called it success just after that! What a nice work party!
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