Last weekend was definitely fall-like. We had temps in the 50s and clouds. I planned my meals for the next couple of weeks according to that weather. Soup is not quite so delicious and comforting when the temps are in the 70s and 80s, though!
However, after this gorgeous day, I am not going to complain! I know snow is just around the corner, so I will soak up my vitamin D while I can!
We decided it was too nice of a day to sit inside and that the weather was too warm to go to the pumpkin farm. What was left? A visit to a much-hyped park (Holliday Park) that we'd never visited. I have to say, it was maybe the best park we've been to in Indy! There were three playgrounds with varying heights of slides and climbing walls along with stairs, ramps, ladders, etc.. There were also miles of hiking trails through hilly, tree-filled terrain and a path that led to an area where we could throw rocks into the river. So, if you come see us, this park may be on the agenda! :)
Ryan and I watched "60 Minutes" last week, and it had a segment about this rock climber who uses no ropes, harnesses--basically anything that would prevent instant death in the event of a fall. We could picture our daredevil middle child finding this form of excitement someday. So, when he immediately began climbing this wall at the park, we exchanged a look. Lord, please protect this one from any activity that may cause him to be on Extreme Sports!
Jack took the promise of a hike very seriously and brought his hiking hat, backpack (with camera), and binoculars.
Her face is kind of dirty but look at those eyes!
An attempt at a picture of the kids--post-hike. (This was the best out of four!) Grant was so tired, and I'm not sure what the other two were enjoying.
Speaking of eyes, look at this boy's beautiful pair!
After the long hike and playground fun we stopped at McDonald's and enjoyed a tasty ice cream treat. What could be better?
Other highlights of the day were Jack learning to ride a bike without training wheels (he did awesome!) and Ryan and me cutting his hair for the first time. (It was a two-person job!) I have video of the bike ride but no pictures (maybe tomorrow). (One quirky thing he did while he rode the bike was that he carried a bag as if he was a paper boy. Who learns to ride a two-wheeler with something strapped to him to throw off his balance? Our kiddo! Too funny!) I tried to get a picture of the aftermath of our first time cutting Jack's hair, but, as usual, the boy acted like a goofball! I got a great shot of his tongue but not so much of his hair! Actually, the hair doesn't look too bad, but I think we'll practice a few more times before we attempt to cut Grant's hair.
Tomorrow we will be stuck inside all day, so I'm glad we were able to enjoy such an amazing day full of family fun. It's been so neat to enjoy the kids at these ages (something I am working on daily). I have either been pregnant or had a little one the past 6 years during the summer so it's great to feel more "normal" and enjoy outdoor life with a bit more rest! I love my family!
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