Yes, it is that time of year already...the orchards around us are opening for fall harvest, providing us with the first apples of the season. One of our most favorite things to do in the fall, and really, isn't it almost a healthy thing to do, too? Off we went, to the one closest to us for a little visit.
We met some friends, had a picnic lunch, shared our new favorite purple pepper snacks from Lisa's garden, and played in the corn pit. Better than a ball pit, these stalls are filled 1-1/2 feet deep will kernels of bright, yellow corn. Cool to the touch on warm summer days, more comfortable than a Tempurpedic mattress, and deeper than the local splash pad, making jumping into the pit a thrilling, yet soft landing.
Little baby chicks were fun to hold (if you could catch one!), and the tractors always are fun to climb. Lots of other animals to visit, including goats and a baby cow, as well as chickens and turkeys roaming about the landscape. Due to recent rains, it was too muddy for a wagon ride with Farmer Curt.....but my kids didn't seem to mind: more time for the corn pit instead!
Alex left this evening for Mankato. He will be staying with Grandma ? & Lyle this week to reduce the driving time while he gets his schedule adjusted. It was still sad to see him go....heading off to college. Yeah, he'll be back on Friday, but stiiiiiiillllllll......HE IS HEADING OFF TO COLLEGE. I think there were a few tears. Not saying who. Maybe by more than one of us. Or more than four of us. Dunno....
Best of luck to you, Alex!!!!! 
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