Our Little Corner: Fun at the Farm

Thursday, November 8, 2007

Fun at the Farm

On the last day of Darin's visit we met at our house and drove over to a local farm. They had animals to pet and feed, games to play, a hayride, a hay maze, things to see in the barn, pumpkins, corn and other fun things to do. Some were free and others had a fee. We opted for the free ones. We hung out there until Darin, Jen & the kids had to leave for the airport. After saying our good-byes Dave, the kids & I hung out for a little bit longer. It was a beautiful fall day & it was nice to be out in the warm sunshine.

Bugs really enjoyed feeding the goats.

Playing around in the corn.

Our kids thought the maze was fun!

Get 'Em!

One of their favorite things to do is wrestle with Uncle D.

Darin with Jen's Son

This little guy is a cutie pie.

Our Gang

My Little Pumpkin-Pie

Pumpkins!

Grannie bought a pumpkin for each of the grandchildren. They had a great time picking just the right one. E-boy wanted to make his into pumpkin pie as soon as we got home. Lol. We convinced him to enjoy it awhile as is.

Super Boy!

Bugs was very insistent on carrying his pumpkin all by himself.

Sweet Pea & Her Pumpkin

(Above) Quite the pair, eh? Lol.

(Below) Together Again ~ Me & My Brothers

Heave Ho! Bugs is determined!

One Last Picture ~ Uncle Darin & Kids

Hay Ride!

On the way to the pumpkin patch & corn maze we rode on the pumpkin wagon.

Hi, Mommy!

Here We Go!

Dave sat under the pumpkin canopy with the younger three while Sweet Pea and I rode in the back.

On the Hunt

We went through the corn maze looking for Indian corn. Here is E-boy clowning around.

Back from the Maze

We found our corn & rode back on the haunted hay wagon this time.

Super Boy was loving the hay rides.

Ta da!

While Daddy stood in line to pay for the corn Boo, E-boy & I took turns dressing up the scarecrows. Here I am with my new bud.

Smile?

I couldn't get the boys to pose as I wanted but at least they were both sitting still here. For about 5 seconds..........

Ladies Turn!

Gertie & Sweet Pea

Just for the Fun of It

One Last Visit.........

And then it was time to go home. Another great day!

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SUMMERTIME 2012

2012

It was a year full of learning not only educational-wise but life lessons too. We have come to treasure those we love more than ever. Family time is to be savored and memories to be created and viewed as priceless. And our Lord is to be praised, trusted & loved.

We are enjoying our summer. It is full to overflowing with VBS volunteering & attending, Taekwondo, park playdates, gardening, Staycation, camp, birthday parties, visits from loved ones, adventures & day trips, friends, outdoor fun, swimming, summer treats, church & lots of trips to the library. It is wonderful to have some time to renew & relax.

OUR 12th YEAR

It is hard to believe we are in our 12th year of homeschooling. Where does the time go? It seems as if I should feel like an expert by now. But that's not the case. I learn more every year & always look forward to the opportunity to grow.

This year we have made some big changes. At first I was a little cautious wondering how we would handle this. But God has been amazingly gracious. We have made many new & wonderful friends. Even with cutting back our schedule is full to overflowing with fantastic & fun opportunities & experiences.

I look forward to seeing what more God has in store for us this year and sharing it with you, our friends & family.

Summer, Here We Come!

We are winding down our school year. We've finished our co-op studies & had our last classes of the year. AWANA is almost over as well as TKD. The spring soccer season is in full swing. Soon summer will be here. Swimming, park days, field trips, VBS, popsicles, gardening, bike rides & fun with friends are things we are all looking forward to. We will be doing some fun studies over the summer as well. Some we have already begun!
As always our days are full to the brim. Many like to comment that Dave & I have our hands full. I agree. Our hands & lives are full of fun, laughter, learning & growing. I wouldn't trade it for the world.

A New School Year

School has begun! It isn't officially fall here yet but our fall activities have started. We are now back in AWANA, Wednesday night groups, Sunday school, soccer, homeschool & 2 family learning co-ops. This week we have added Taekwando to our schedule. Yes, we are busy! On top it all off I am co-leading our large, church homeschool support group. We kicked off the new school year with a picnic. It was an amazing time & lots of fun was had though the weather tried it's best to ruin it. God prevailed!

This year we have a 9th grader (How did we get to high school already?), a 6th grader, a 3rd grader and one in Kindergarten. And don't forget our little toddler!!!! As many like to comment yes, we have our hands full. Our hands are full of blessings, of life and of love. Some days bring more challenges & tough times but through it all we grow stronger & closer.

Announcement *

She is here! Safe & sound & BEAUTIFUL! We are all wrapped around her little fingers. Our little princess arrived on
April 6 at 8:06a.m. by C-section. She surprised us all by weighing only 7lbs. 9oz. We had expected her to be at least 9lbs. based on the ultrasounds. She is also 19.5 inches long. A little peanut!
As you can see from some of her hospital photos she is already learning to accessorize. Lol. The nursery nurses at the hospital stuck a pink bow in her hair. I love it!
I will not be publishing her real name on my blog due to safety reasons, (just like I have done for my older children), but if you'd like to know feel free to email me privately and I'd be happy to share.