October 9, 2010

Today was pumpkin and apple day! We spent the first part of the day with Aunt Doodie, Cayden, and Mya checking out a local pumpkin farm. We spent lots of time riding tractor bikes, barrel trains, hay rides, and more! You got to see real animals and play on a swing set. We had a blast!




Then you, Molly, and I headed to Gex Gees Orchards to pick our own apples! You wanted Red and Golden Delicious, and that's what you and Molly picked! You loved "working" at the orchard, and even told the man as we left that you were able to hold 4 apples in your arms at one time!

We then traveled to Apple Hill to check out Pumpkin Land. We try to go every year and get a picture by the large pumpkin. This year, Molly wasn't really into getting her picture by the pumpkin, and you, well, I'm not quite sure what you're doing!!

Then we checked out their live animals - pigs, donkeys, rabbits, goats, and turkeys! You liked feeding hay to anyone who would eat it!

Lastly, we headed to a neighborhood family farm to buy our pumpkins. It is an honor system where you pull up, pick what you want, and pay the amount you owe into a lock box. There is never anyone from the house outside. I talked with you about how important it is to pay attention to where you are getting your pumpkins (each row is labeled with a dollar amount) and to keep track of your bill. I let you help put money in the lock box today. I think this is wonderful that people still trust others to be honest.
We had a super day, and although it was long and exhausting, you were a trooper. You are such a leader and good helper. You were always quick to check on Cayden and Molly as we traveled to various stops at the first farm. I love that you always ask questions and want to know and understand how the world works. I hope you never change!