Saint Patricks Day!

Well, we didn't catch the leprechaun...he managed to escape the trap. Better luck next year! He did, however, leave green footprints all around and a big pile of gold! He also glittered where he walked. Obviously he wasn't too worried about cleaning up! Here is a pic of the kids with their leprechaun loot.

Leprechaun trap

So Miss C decided to build a leprechaun trap this year. She really, really, really wants to catch the leprechaun and keep him as our family pet. After a few brainstorming sessions, she decided on a plastic cup with a "bed" inside (and a few cotton balls for good measure). She didn't think a top was necessary because once the leprechaun was inside he wouldn't be able to get back out again. We also left pennies around the trap to "entice" him.

Working hard on the trap

Putting out the pennies....