Pumpkin patch

We've broken all the rules! We went apple picking, we decorated for Fall, and we went to the Corn Maze-- all in September!

This year, again, we went to Pigeon Roost. We thought about going somewhere different, just to try, but the kids had so much fun there last year, that we decided to go again.

They had just as much fun this year as they did last year-- and it was warm! We took pictures on the pumpkins, went down the slide, sat on the tractors, chased roosters, hugged goats, went through the mini corn maze, played in corn, went through a scary tunnel, played on the playground set, and went through the huge corn maze (and got lost). We could have spent the whole day there... but we didn't.

I love these traditions that we have created for our family. And I hope that the kids always remember them. Maybe they'll even use them in their own families. I sure hope so.



 

Put-in-Bay

When Billy came home from work last Friday night, it felt like any other night, even though we were now officially starting his vacation time.
Then, it hit us. "Let's do something." And just like that, we planned to go to the Island of Put-In-Bay the following day. Who said we're too old to be spontaneous?
So the next day, we got in the car, drove 2 hours, took a ferry for 30 minutes, and arrived in Put-In-Bay just in time for lunch.
Then we walked around the town, played a little, took a walk on the beach, visited the caves, ate some ice cream, took the ferry back to the main land, and drove back 2 hours.
Even though the beach was covered with huge rocks (not white sand) and we got soaked, it was my favorite part of the day. I loved the breeze, the water, and the relaxing feeling I get in such a peaceful place. The ride on the ferry was pretty awesome, too, though.
I think the kids' favorite part was picking out special rocks in the caves souvenir store. They have been playing with them every day since we got back.
I'm so glad we decided to go explore Ohio. Put-In-Bay is the Bomb!

Apple picking

This weekend, we went apple picking. It was totally a spur-of-the-moment thing. The weather was nice and cool. Logan and Taylor had just learned about the letter A and apples in school that week. And, let's face it, we're ready for Fall. In fact, that afternoon I set up all the Fall decorations. The kids had a blast and ate a bunch of apples, as they were picking them. Not sure if that was allowed, but we did it, and so did a bunch of other people around us.

 

First Day of School



This is it! School has officially started! My boys are preschoolers. I am excited for what lies ahead. I am excited for what they'll learn. I am excited for new friends. And I am excited for a little more freedom (if I can be honest).

 

 

 



Update: The first day went well. Logan and Taylor need a little work on self-control (they're both very impulsive). But overall, they did great. And me? I thought I'd be doing a happy dance, but instead I kept checking the clock, counting the minutes until I could go back and pick them up. I missed them soooooo much. And I think they missed me, too.

Last week before school

Going to school for the first year is a BIG deal. So I wanted Logan and Taylor's last week of "freedom" to be extra fun! I planned something cool with just us and with friends every day of the week. I am happy to report that the kids had A LOT of fun, and so did I.

Monday: Splash pads

 

 



Tuesday: Playgroup at the church (The kids rode their bikes)

 

Wednesday: Zoo

 

 

Thursday: Playground with friends

 

 

Friday: House of Bounce with friends