Thank You Firefighters

Remember how our kids had a few lemonade stands throughout the summer? They earned $45 from their hard work. And remember how the kids said they wanted to donate their money to the firefighters? I thought they would forget about it and decide to spend their money on a toy or candy or something, but the kids were adamant they wanted to donate it. Well I finally contacted the fire department to see how they wanted the donation. I was thinking we could go to the fire station and just give them the money, but when I talked to the Fire Chief, he was so impressed that the kids were donating their money and he wanted to do something extra special for the kids. He offered to bring their fire truck to our house and give the kids a special tour. How cool is that? There was even a photographer from the city newspaper who was documenting the whole thing!

The kids made a great poster to give to the firefighters. 

 *Dear Firefighters. You must be very hot. Have a drink. Love, Caden

 *Dear Firefighters. I want to give you the money cause you help my town. From Makayla.

 Dear Firefighters, you are the best! Thanks for stopping the fires. Thank you. From Brynnli.

The fire department came to our house with the sirens blaring. The kids served them lemonade and cookies.

 They talked to the kids about fire safety and gave them a tour of the truck.

 And of course they posed for a group picture.

 Then the kids gave them their sign and the $45 dollars they earned. The firefighters said they were going to match the donation and buy teddy bears for kids who are scared when they need the firefighters help in a scary situation.

Do you want to know one of the kids' favorite parts? South Jordan City posted the videos and pictures on Facebook! The kids thought they were famous. 

We are so proud of our kids. They are truly the best kids who want to help others. I am so proud that they donated their hard earned money to such a great cause.