Our Playgroup Trip to the Greer Fire Department!

For our Monday playgroup, Caroline, our awesome friend, set up a trip to the fire department. The kids had a blast! Brooks was terrified once we went into the garage where all the fire trucks were. A lot of the kids were scared there were going to be a lot of loud noises, but once they were assured that wouldn't happen (crossing our fingers there wasn't a fire!) they were good to go. First, once of the firemen showed us how he got dressed in their uniform for a fire. Brooks went up and gave him a high-five! Then they showed us their helmet and breathing mask. The Captain put the helmet on Brooks and mask on Andrew and Stella. Then we all went upstairs to their living area. We hung out and watched a short video about what to do in case of a fire. Then the kids all demonstrated how they could stop, drop and roll. It was very entertaining! We saw their bedroom and the fire pole, and one officer slid down the pole. Then we went back to the garage and 3 officers slid down the pole for the kids...it was AWESOME! (I have this on video at the end of the pictures) And we finally got to play in the fire trucks! At the end they handed out fire hats, a coloring book and sticker. C was really good and just hung out for the hour we were there. We all went to Firehouse Subs for lunch and us moms got to have a little social time too! Brooks hasn't taken off his hat since we got home (except for his nap!). This was by far one of the best playgroup trips ever! Thanks Caroline :)

B wearing the helmet

C chillin with B

Everyone watching the movie in the cozy chairs

Stop, Drop and ROLL!

One of the firemen sliding down the poll

Who knows?

Here's the video...it takes a second, but they will start sliding down!