November 19, 2022 "Shriner's Fall Ceremonial and Parade"

Rayden was asked to ride a float in the Shriner's Fall Ceremonial Parade. He was thrilled at the chance to do something with 'his' clowns. He thought he had to dress like a clown too. He settled for wearing his Shriner's hat and Boo just painting his nose. 

The Shriner's children float led the parade with one other family besides us. We rode down the strip waving at everyone. Rayden saw lots of people, but was thrilled when he found Nanny, Papa, and his friend from school out in the crowd. They parked the float right beside the MC of the parade. We were able to watch the remainder of the parade from the float, what perfect seats! Rayden enjoyed shaking hands and giving high fives to all the Shriner's clowns, pirates, animals, hillbillies, etc. 

Later that night we were asked to attend the Ceremony. Rayden marched in there like he was the guest of honor. He walked around shaking hands and talking to everyone. When it was time to begin, I had to chase him down and bring him back to the table. Everyone said he is going to be a politician or a preacher someday because he loves to talk and knows how to work a room!! They asked us to come forward and tell everyone our experience with the Shriner's Hospital. I tried to keep it brief but there was so much to tell. 💛