This past weekend marked the first day of Fall. Bright Blue Skies, Sunshine, Crisp Fall Air... It was gorgeous!!! We decided to take advantage of the beautiful weather and took our neighbors up on a trip to Hidden Creek Farms for some Pumpkin Picking! With the exception of just a few other families, we had the farm to ourselves. This was great as the boys were able to run wild without causing much disruption. We will have to remember to go Opening Day next year :)
Nolan got to pet a newborn calf (only a few days old) and visit the Hen House where he clucked at the roosters. He spent a lot of time in the Corn Kernel Pit digging and playing with trucks. Hidden Creek also has a HUGE slide. With no fear, Nolan climbed right up and went down. Again, and again, and again. He had a blast.
We also took a tractor ride to a field filled with pumpkins. I think Nolan loved the tractor ride more than anything. This was a pretty cool experience. We got to pick the pumpkins right off the vine. Nolan picked out all of the pumpkins - we ended up with a Daddy Pumpkin, Momma Pumpkin and a lil tiny baby Pumpkin.
We got to load up on Fall Goodies before we took off. We brought home Apple Cider, Apple Crumb Pie & Apple Butter.
Nolan was filthy so we stripped him naked before was knocked out. I think the fresh cool air and fun wore him out :)
Nolan and I met Nick for dinner last Thursday after I picked him up from Meme's. He ran to Nick with open arms and greeted him! "Daddy, it's so good to see you!" I know Nick's heart was just beaming. I mean how sweet !!!!! That is true emotion. All unprompted too.
I have noticed how affectionate Nolan is starting to be. Sunday evening we were laying on the couch and Nolan looked at Nick out of nowhere, "Daddy, I Love You". He then turned to me, "Mama, I Love You!". He also got really emotional when my parents left after visiting last Sunday. He came into the house just balling. Biggest crocodile tears ever...... "My Grammy,Papa/ My Grammy,Papa". Talk about bittersweet.
We had such a fun filled weekend. Friday evening the Twins came over to play. It was all trucks, planes & trains. They enjoyed a picnic and a movie on the big screen.
Saturday, Nolan & Daddy hung out and watched College Football all day. Saturday evening our neighbors were having a big party we got invited to. There were 8-10 kids all Nolan's age running everywhere. The Bucks were on outside, perfect fall weather & lots of fun. It was cute to see him play with other kids. He was particularly smitten with a sweet lil girl named Ansley. Caught the two of them holding hands :) And even went on to pose for pictures. Nolan had a total blast and was up way past his bed time.
Sunday Baby Carter came over to play & watch the Browns. Usually the lil ones try to mimic the older kids, however this was a lil different scenario. Nolan crawled side by side and mimicked Carter. They played pretty cute together :) We took a break for a lil lunch. Both boys sat at Nolan's table and chowed. And then chowed on applesauce !!!
Nolan must really love Joan Jett or just doesn't give a d@mn about his bad reputation! He broke into a full dance party at lunch yesterday! Boy definitely doesn't get his dance moves from his Daddy.....; )
Our Labor Day weekend was pretty labor-less. Which meant lots of good eatin/family/snuggle/movie time. We did make it to Cookie Cutters for a stylin new haircut and a trip to the outlets for some new duds. Let's just say Nolan will be pretty QC this Fall.
