St. Patty's day fun

Okay, the truth:  I'm not really into St. Patrick's day.  I thought all the green stuff was fun when I was younger, but couldn't stand everyone trying to pinch me.  Most people grow out of that and get in to the fun / party side of St. Patrick's day.  I joined the Navy and had kids.  I drank a little bit on deployment, but I've never been a drinker.  So the whole excitement of St. Patrick's day escapes me.  I do enjoy corned beef and cabbage.  I plan on eating some tomorrow . . . but the rest of it, I just don't get it.  It was fun for the kids, though. 

I put both of them in a green shirt today.  But I told them not to pinch anyone, and I told them that they can tell other kids that they don't want to be pinched. 

They had leprechaun "traps" at the after-school program.  The leprechauns didn't get caught, though.  They just made a mess, turned the snack green, and left each of the kids gold (chocolate) coins and a note.  It was one teacher acting as the leprechaun while the other teacher had the kids outside, but I guess they enjoyed it.

I guess I played "leprechaun" today, too.  I went to M&D's house and did some surprise housework, then I left them a "Happy St. Patty's Day" note and some green carnations.  That was fun.  I'm sure they'll know it was me, but I'm still waiting for them to get home and find it

As if all of that wasn't enough fun, my bestie came over this evening.  She had St. Patty's Day surprises for the boys.  They made "magic" pudding that turned green, too.  The boys were super excited - for the visit, the surprises, and the fun!  There was a little boy-meets-sidewalk accident, but Z was still able to sit and watch J and the bestie while he recovered.  

Z and J with their shamrock sunglasses, one of the St. Patty's day surprises from my bestie.

We all had a group hug, then she left with her green carnation.  Dinner and bathtime are over.  On to stories, bedtime, and St. Patty's day is over in this house. 

Whether you're at home ignoring St Patty's day, eating corned beef and cabbage, or out partying irish in a pub, I hope you everyone has a good night.  If you are out partying and drinking green beer, I'm pretty sure you're not reading this, but please  . . . be safe.

That's it.  Peace, luck, and goodnight!