Dump trucks in the manger

Our nativity scene is pretty child-friendly. It's rubbery plastic (or plastic-y rubber) and can be played with, thrown, etc. without any damage. Apparently Thomas has decided that the nativity, which has all the key characters plus a few animals, was missing some important things.

First he invited some of his construction equipment to the party. Backhoes by the stable? Of course.

 Then yesterday I found this scene. All the characters had been moved out of the stable. The dump truck had been neatly parallel parked in place, and is filled with the sheep, baby Jesus and his bed, and a pink needlepointed cradle that holds a plastic baby (made by my Grandma). I didn't try asking for an explanation. Can't wait to see who joins in the fun tomorrow...