lollie010 Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 So the kids and I headed out to the bank today. All those homeschooling books tell us to take them along on our everyday errands, because these are great learning experiences for preschoolers. I got my first paycheck in 4.5 years and was quite thrilled to take it to the bank (not to mention I needed to get the money in there before we reached financial ruin--LOL). So, we pulled up to our quite little bank in our sleepy little town and when I pulled up to the drive thru they turned the "open" sign off and turned on the "closed" light. But, wait a minute this is the middle of the day on a Wed. I think to myself this must be one of those crazy federal holidays. But, I just couldn't think what holiday it could possibly be. I looked through the window and saw people inside. So they were open. I decided to get the kids out and head on inside. Usually, I would not think of hauling them into the bank. But, today I wanted to give them some new experiences and let them ask the teller for a lollipop. I was going to talk to them about money and show them how I fill out the deposit slip. I started to pull into my parking space and another car pulled in in front of me. So I backed up to get another space. When suddenly a police car pulled in and started motioning with his hands for us to get away, get away. Then about 10 marked and unmarked police cars surrounded us. The bank was in the process of being ROBBED. 2 men armed, masked and dressed in camo. Oh my.. how scary. But, on the bright side we learned alot today. We had a community helper lesson on police officers, a character lesson on stealing, and we learned about the media as the new crews pulled up and we later watched on TV. A little too exciting for me and the kiddos! I think next time we will just go to the park. Laurel T. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebecca in GA Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 My word, Laurel! I don't know whether to laugh or shudder! But I *do* think it's a good thing you and the children weren't there a few minutes earlier!:eek: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer in MI Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 Oh my gosh!!! Thank goodness you weren't inside when it was happening!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sleepy Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 Thank goodness you didn't arrive a minute or two earlier! Yeah, the park sounds like a good alternative for your next outing. I hope the rest of your day is really calm and boring:chillpill: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudoMom Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 What an adventure! I'm glad y'all are safe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WTMindy Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 That is an educational day!! I'm so glad you are all OK!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dayle in Guatemala Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 Just think, if you're dc were in public school all day, they would have missed out on the opportunity! Yea home schooling!!!!:lol: Wow! I'm so glad you all weren't in there when it happened. Timing is truly everything. Glad you all are safe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lollie010 Posted March 19, 2008 Author Share Posted March 19, 2008 Yes, the whole timing thing was interesting. I was fussing at my two year old because she kept wanting to run back in the house for her umbrella. I was so mad, because I was in a hurry. But, I am sure thankful for her stall tactics. Laurel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tutor Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 Oh goodness! I am glad you all weren't inside the bank! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crissy Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 ACK! Oh, my goodness, Laurel! What a scary day. I'm glad you're all okay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mekanamom Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 Oh man... We've had a rash of bank robberies here. 4 bank robberies that I know of in the last 3-4 months. Ugh. The last guy fired his gun and hurt somebody, and then got away on a moped. I'm so glad you guys were not in the bank!!!! Whew!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quiver0f10 Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 WOW! Glad you all are ok! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
~Tara~ Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 Yikes! Uh, yeah, definitely...an adventure, eh? Wow! And so glad you weren't there just a few minutes earlier. The excitment from the OUTside was more than enough. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lollie010 Posted March 19, 2008 Author Share Posted March 19, 2008 Thanks for the responses. I think today will revolutionize the kiddo's "imaginative play." I just hope they catch the guys. Laurel T. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melissel Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 Thanks for the responses. I think today will revolutionize the kiddo's "imaginative play." I just hope they catch the guys. Laurel T. Oh my goodness!!! All that drama and they couldn't get their hands on the guys? And yes, ditto everyone else on the timing. I'm so glad you are all OK! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
st_claire Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 Wow! That is some field trip! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcconnellboys Posted March 20, 2008 Share Posted March 20, 2008 I could not imagine what the problem was as I read along in your story - good grief! I've never heard of such a thing! I'm certainly glad you're all ok! Wow! Regena Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom2legomaniacs Posted March 20, 2008 Share Posted March 20, 2008 Oh my goodness! How scary and exciting at the same time. So thankful you were out in your car and not inside! Glad you are all safe! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whisperlily Posted March 20, 2008 Share Posted March 20, 2008 Wow, that is one trip to the bank they won't forget any time soon! Yikes! I'm glad you're safe. Thank goodness for your dawdling 2 year old! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer in NH Posted March 20, 2008 Share Posted March 20, 2008 I'm glad you are all safe. Now, if you ever write a homeschooling book, be sure to include this as a field trip!:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remudamom Posted March 20, 2008 Share Posted March 20, 2008 For Pete's sake, what a field trip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lollie010 Posted March 20, 2008 Author Share Posted March 20, 2008 Now, if you ever write a homeschooling book, be sure to include this as a field trip! I was thinking about making it a unit study for K next year. I just can't think of a science application. I have math, Bible, LA, social studies...I just can't think of science. I am really kidding! Oh I just found a smile to represent the get away car.:auto: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amy in Orlando Posted March 20, 2008 Share Posted March 20, 2008 I was thinking about making it a unit study for K next year. I just can't think of a science application. I have math, Bible, LA, social studies...I just can't think of science. I am really kidding! Oh I just found a smile to represent the get away car.:auto: Oh Man, that was definitely "exciting!" I"m so glad you didn't go into the bank. As far as science goes, could you do something with the dye packets they use? Or the ways they decide if money is counterfeit or not? :smilielol5: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tap Posted March 20, 2008 Share Posted March 20, 2008 I have to throw in a little story here too because I think it is funny and don't get to tell it very often. I reconnected with my highschool friend via My space a year ago. She was telling me that her first husband went to jail for driving the "get caught car". I asked her what the "get caught car" was and she said..He was an idiot, got suckered into helping friends rob a bank, and he was supposed to drive the "get away car." guess what....they got caught. So, she says he drove the "get caught car!":auto: Can't be the "get away car" if you don't "get away!" LOL She choose better for hubby #2 :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teddi Posted March 20, 2008 Share Posted March 20, 2008 Wow! A field trip to remember! :eek: Make sure you have your kids draw and/or write a small bit about it. Ten years from now, you'll be glad you did. we learned alot today. We had a community helper lesson on police officers, a character lesson on stealing, and we learned about the media as the new crews pulled up and we later watched on TV. Laurel T. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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