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April Vacation
Posted by Dawnmarie Hastings-Ely on 4/12/2019 4:55:00 PMUnwinding after a busy week.
Bit of a rainy morning, so Tuukka is hanging out with his friends from the Hundred Acre Wood.
He may try to see the Bruins (hopefully victorious) later.
Tuukka and Tuukka - Go Bruins!
Busy day - Tuukka hung out while I did a little yard work, took a little nap with Gabby, and went to a birthday party down the Cape.
Patriot's Day was very busy and the camera did not make it out - sorry! Tuukka was out and about.
Today (Tuesday - 4/16/19)
Tuukka ate out with us at a diner, called The Tremont Mill Pond.
Off to the bog for a late afternoon walk.
Getting ready to dive in...
Hanging with the dogs before we head back.
We'll watch the game tomorrow night and we are hoping for a win! Go Bruins!
Tuukka out at Pub 99 to watch game 4. Enjoyed the game, and the food.
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Mason's Mission with Tuukka in Our Nation's Capital
Posted by Dawnmarie Hastings-Ely on 4/12/2019 11:50:00 AMMason and Tuukka in Washington D.C. - Our Nation's Capital - (more text to come)
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Simply Splendid Sightseeing with Sophie and Tuukka
Posted by Dawnmarie Hastings-Ely on 4/7/2019 6:30:00 AMTuukka and Sophie in Stowe at Sophie's other house. Tuukka liked the view because the sunset was really pretty.
Sophie and Tuukka sharing bread at Panera.
Sophie, Tuukka, and Calvin in the car heading back from Stowe. Calvin was extra friendly with Tuukka.
Sophie and Tuukka shared a Shirley Temple at The Bench in Stowe - delicious!
Sophie and her family enjoyed spending the weekend with Tuukka!
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Bounding and Beaming with Bella
Posted by Dawnmarie Hastings-Ely on 3/27/2019 11:50:00 AMTuukka met one of Bella's best friends and her name is Helen. They were on a ski trip up north.
Tuukka met one of Bella's bunnies, named Roby. Tuukka really liked Roby and Roby was Tuukka's favorite bunny.
Tuukka got ready for bed in his paper fort, made by Bella and Helen.
Tuukka had a great time with Bella's family and friends.
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Stella's Sunny, Superb Sightseeing with Tuukka
Posted by Dawnmarie Hastings-Ely on 3/20/2019 11:30:00 AMAt the movies with Stella and Ellie.
Tuukka finally got to meet Stella's brothers.
Getting ready for a walk on St. Patrick's Day.
A fun time out with Stella's family on St. Patrick's Day.
Tuukka got to go to the Birch St. playground with Stella.
Tuukka had a blast with Stella and her family.
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Tukkaa's Jolly, Joyful, Jaunts with Jack
Posted by Dawnmarie Hastings-Ely on 3/12/2019 6:05:00 PMTuukka out with Jack's family at Speedwell Pub, in Plymouth (America's Hometown).
French fry for lunch - yummy!
Tuukka, as a special guest, at Jack's hockey game.
Tuukka at Plymouth Rock.
Tuukka helped Jack pick out baseball cleats, and Tuukka even got to try some on.
Playing street hockey...
Tuukka playing in the snow.
Tuukka got to hang out with Jack's cats.
Tuukka had a great time with Jack and his family.
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Kindly Kaia and her Keen visit with Tuukka
Posted by Dawnmarie Hastings-Ely on 3/10/2019 5:30:00 PMTuukka had a busy time with Kaia. Tuukka helped Kaia practice piano. Kaia’s family and Tuukka went to a restaurant.
Soon it was time to go to bed.
The next day,Tuukka and Kaia experimented for the science fair.
The last day they had fun in the snow!!!!
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Fabulous February Vacation with Mr. E.
Posted by Dawnmarie Hastings-Ely on 2/25/2019 8:30:00 AMTuukka thoroughly enjoyed his travels with Mr. E. and his family. Tuukka made quite a splash on other social media platforms including Instagram and Facebook. Over time, some of Tuukka's appearances on other platforms may be updated on this posting. Check in to see...
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Happy Happenings with Hudson
Posted by Dawnmarie Hastings-Ely on 2/8/2019 11:30:00 AMTuukka, Hudson, and a new pal went to Alley Cat Lane after school and had some fun bowling.
We finally get to meet Hudson's chickens and Tuukka seemed to like them.
At the big game, Tuukka was a good luck charm!
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Amusing Antics with Avy
Posted by Dawnmarie Hastings-Ely on 1/30/2019 12:05:00 PMAvy's dog, Finn, liked Tuukka and he wasn't too feisty.
Tuukka attended a Mary Poppins birthday party at Mix it Up Kitchen with Avy and friends!Then he ate the blueberry lemon scones Avy made!
It’s been a long weekend! Tuukka fell fast asleep in his own bed to get ready for school tomorrow!
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Anna's Antics with Tuukka
Posted by Dawnmarie Hastings-Ely on 10/29/2018 11:20:00 AM“Anna got off the bus and introduced Tuukka to her hamsters, Hammy Ham and July. He was very scared at first, but then the hamsters were nice to him and he liked them”
“Tuukka wasn’t really loving the rain so he popped out his handy dandy umbrella and he stayed dry!”
“Tuukka and Anna carved pumpkins, Happy Halloween!!
“Anna tired Tuukka out on his fun weekend and he slept in his sleeping bag every night!”Fun with friends!
We hope Tuukka had a great weekend at our house, we certainly enjoyed having him :)
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Moving and Grooving with Mason
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Lindsay and Tuukka's Fall Fun...
Posted by Dawnmarie Hastings-Ely on 10/15/2018 8:05:00 AMTuukka picked the perfect pumpkin and helped decorate for Halloween.
Tuukka is sleeping late in the cozy bed Lindsay made.
Maeve, Lindsay & Tuukka Halloween shopping—Tuukka was scared!
Lindsay took Tuukka to Farfar’s and he loved the candy corn ice cream. Lucky turtle!
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Tuukka and Ellie on the go...
Posted by Dawnmarie Hastings-Ely on 10/9/2018 1:35:00 PMWe had an amazing time with Tuukka this weekend! Here are a bunch of pics from our weekend.
Tuukka met Ellie's puppy Maisie, a black lab that will be one year old this month. We were a little worried she might bite him, so Ellie introduced them carefully.
Tuukka got to go to the beach with Ellie's cousins, Jack, David and Patrick. Ellie's brother William and big sister Ava also went.
Tuukka and Ellie traveled the world. They also got a little studying in for Passport Club!
Tuukka went out with Ellie to a sleepover at her friend's house! She was super careful to keep him with her at all times. Ellie made a special bed for Tuukka to sleep in at night and naptime (he had a few of them).
We were so very happy to have him and hope he had a great time with us!
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A weekend with Declan.
Posted by Dawnmarie Hastings-Ely on 10/1/2018 7:30:00 AMThe Adventures of Declan & Tuukka...
Dear Mrs. Hastings-Ely & classmates-
I had a great time with Declan this weekend. I was really excited to go home with him. When we left school on Friday Declan’s dad picked us up. I had never been to his house before so I was a little nervous. When I arrived I saw they had 3 dogs (Bella, Tessa, and Anya), a hamster (Poe), and a fish (Sushi). Seeing so many animals made me feel really comfortable. I hung out with Declan on Friday night and we watched Space Buddies.
Saturday was super exciting we went to the Topsfield Fair and I met the Governor of Massachusetts, Charlie Baker. I also saw a 2,000 pound pumpkin and a 6 foot sunflower. I made a candle from bees wax, saw award winning flowers, and took a silly photo inside a sun. There were so many cool things at the fair I really enjoyed myself. It was a long ride for me and I was really comfy in my carrier.
On Sunday I met Declan’s friend Alexander and we went to a pumpkin patch. I really had a great time with Declan and his family and friends and I look forward to having many great adventures throughout the school year.
Love,
Tuukka (and Declan)
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Travels With Tuukka Turtle
Posted by Dawnmarie Hastings-Ely on 9/23/2018 3:40:00 PMMrs. Hastings took Tuukka for the first weekend. Gabby and Daisy were very intrigued when they met Tuukka. I think that Tuukka was a little nervous...
Tuukka hung out with the big guy for a while, just to relax and find some shelter.
Everyone got ready to head north, to Milton, to visit with relatives.
Tuukka tried to get away from the crowd and I found him hiding in the teacups, yikes!
After a long day, Tuukka got some rest with Daisy. Tuukka definitely liked the dogs better when they were sleeping.
On Sunday, Tuukka sunned himself on a rock and hung out on the stonewall with a bunny friend, while the dogs were at the bog.
I think Tuukka will be very happy to get back to school and see all the great kiddos from his class.