Harvest Time

A week or so ago we were able to bring in the harvest along with the locals. As in "we were able to take a tractor ride out to the pumpkin patch and select our favorite ones before catching the same tractor back". Our "harvest time" is MUCH easier than the farmer's version that's for sure!

There is a cute little pumpkin patch on the way to John's work that we go to every year. Technically this is our second year but I'm sure it's going to develop into a tradition. After all, with two kids age two and younger, we are all about quick drives and simple entertainment before they (or we) get too tired.

Anyway, it's a cute little patch which comes with it's own corn maze (two of them) and a petting zoo, and a cow trailer ride (for Addison), and a corn cob air shooter game (for John). We had a blast wandering around the maze - although Mommy's arms tired out since we didn't bring the stroller for Jonas so we bailed at the halfway point. Which coincidentally put us right at the pumpkin patch. Addison and Daddy were off to find their favorite pumpkins and Mommy and Jonas tried to keep up. We were intent on Addison being able to pick her very own pumpkin but the girl is easily persuaded and quick to change her mind. Pretty much any pumpkin she saw she was in love with - until she saw another one. Mommy had to stop her from trying to bring a rotten bug infested pumpkin home. I guess she see's the beauty in everything eh?

We quickly found our little pumpkin family and headed back on our way. Addison was very helpful in finding Jonas two little baby pumpkins since he can't quite pick his own yet. Maybe next year.

Addison helping Daddy find the perfect pumpkin to take home with us.

After we picked our pumpkins we waited for the tractor to come retrieve us. It was quite interesting boarding the wagon with two kids, a handful of accessories, and 4 pumpkins. But, we finally did and were on our way back. I think Addison got more excited about the tractor ride than the actual pumpkin picking. She kept smiling and telling "Mommy! Trackor!" It was fun to see the little things that she loves.

Trying to do better at putting me in some of these memories/pictures. Here we are waiting for the tractor to pick us up.

Once we got back to the main area we got to hang out and feed Jonas while Daddy tried shooting his corn cobs. He did everything he could to win a free hot-dog by hitting the furthest target but he couldn't. Oh well - I'm sure he enjoyed trying to hit it. Maybe next year.

Proof that Jonas was there and having a great time. It's always a great time when there is a bottle in your mouth right?

Then Daddy and Addison got to go off and pet the animals in the petting zoo. Technically I think there was just a small pen with 5 goats but at two years old - that is still pretty exciting. I hung back with Jonas while he was eating. I'm guessing they had lots of fun since they were gone for a good little while.

Addison hanging out with the goats. Have I mentioned I'm so glad she's not afraid of animals?

After the petting zoo it was time for Mommy and Addison to ride the cow train. Addison loved it. Mommy was in pain the entire time. That train is not made for a grown person to fit in and it definitely lacked the shocks necessary to give a comfortable ride.Thanks to my kneecaps, we were able to brace ourselves on every.single.bump. we encountered. I was in so much pain I couldn't stop laughing. And since Addison was nicely cushioned on me, she was just laughing right along with me. I tried to hide my pain and enjoy the ride but it was hard to do. I guess I should have let her ride alone like she wanted to begin with. Maybe next year. Either that or I'll wear knee pads. Still, it was a fun time to share with Addison and after all, bruises heal right? Memories last forever. I was just glad to finally be back on solid ground and out of that plastic cow barrel.

The "Cow Train" (aka: The Adult Torture Chamber). Addison had a blast though!

Overall, we had a great time at the pumpkin patch and can't wait to go back next year. It's always fun to get out and enjoy the fall weather and pick which pumpkins we like the best. Stay tuned for our FHE night of when we get to carve them! :D