swellmomma Posted August 29, 2011 Share Posted August 29, 2011 As much as I bad mouth them they really came through today in a fantastic way and I had to share. As you know today was ds8's b-day and I was too broke to do anything for him. Well today at 1130am my sister phoned to say "check you email I sent a money transfer" It was enough to put gas in my car. They then instructed me to meet them at a park that is halfway between my house and their's, so an hour away. This park is handicapped accessable so ds can play there even with his cast and wheelchair. When we got there my parents, my sister, my bil and nephew were all there. They had set up a pop up gazebo, had a fire pit going and a huge lunch spread out including a birthday cake. We were able to have a hot dog roast, cake, and presents for ds. As we were leaving both my mom and my sister starting pulling coolers and bags of food out of their cars for us. They filled up the whole back of my van with food and 7 packs of lined paper from my mom. The paper is funny because we already have over 20 packs but it is her way of supporting our homeschool this year (something she is very much opposed to). We not only celebrated ds8's birthday but ds almost 13's as well because his b-day is in 5 days. Both boys had a great time. Actually Ds almost 13 thought it was the best because his best friend moved away last month and just by fluke her mom had brought them to that exact park this afternoon so she could join us for a bit. He got to celebrate with his best friend, something we thought he would not be able to do because she moved 2 hours away. My mom and my sister surprised us all and pulled through in an amazing way today to make today special for the boys, and make life easier for me this week until I get my EI and child support later this week. They might p*ss me off in a big way most of the time but they are there for us when we need them and that is what family does. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosie_0801 Posted August 29, 2011 Share Posted August 29, 2011 Happy birthday kids. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted August 29, 2011 Share Posted August 29, 2011 What a wonderful story! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted August 29, 2011 Share Posted August 29, 2011 :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodhaven Posted August 29, 2011 Share Posted August 29, 2011 Nice story. :) Thanks for sharing! Happy Birthday to your sons!! It's nice when family, even those who irritate you sometimes, step up and bless you. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ria Posted August 29, 2011 Share Posted August 29, 2011 How wonderful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaxMom Posted August 29, 2011 Share Posted August 29, 2011 What an excellent surprise day! Happy birthday, boys! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigMamaBird Posted August 29, 2011 Share Posted August 29, 2011 That's awesome! I'm so happy your little one got a special birthday! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bug's Mom Posted August 29, 2011 Share Posted August 29, 2011 That's great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QueenCat Posted August 29, 2011 Share Posted August 29, 2011 :bigear: Sweet :bigear: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChristusG Posted August 29, 2011 Share Posted August 29, 2011 Awesome!!!!! What a birthday for your kids! Yep, that's what family is for.....to tick us off and then support us when we need it most. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Serenade Posted August 29, 2011 Share Posted August 29, 2011 What a lovely story! I'm glad they came through for you and helped yours sons celebrate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elfgivas Posted August 29, 2011 Share Posted August 29, 2011 what a gift to all of you! it makes me a little weepy in a good way.... :grouphug: ann Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freerange Posted August 29, 2011 Share Posted August 29, 2011 Oh how lovely! Happy birthday to your kids.:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheReader Posted August 29, 2011 Share Posted August 29, 2011 That's an awesome story! Happy birthday to your boys, and thank you for sharing that with us. I needed to read a pick-me-up today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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