Some days you have to just blow off responsibility and just do something fun with your kids.
I don't want them to look back on their childhood
and remember their mom sitting in front of a computer,
and remember their mom sitting in front of a computer,
not having time for them.
A few weekends ago I decided we needed to make some memories.
We drove the 70 or so miles to Riley's Farm, a local orchard near Yucaipa, California.
It gave me a chance to spend some quality time with my kids,
and brush up on my photography skills at the same time.
(Can I just take a second and say how much I LOVE the Pioneer Woman's Photoshop Actions sets??? If you use Photoshop, or Photoshop Elements, you should really check them out.)
The kids had to stop and write their names in the dirt on the way to the orchard.
Using Pioneer Woman's B&W Action, and "Bring Out the Eyes."
Love.
The kids had so much fun picking their apples right off the trees.
We ended up with several little apples that probably weren't quite ready, but that's ok. It was all about having fun together!
And fun we had!
Not only did we pick apples, but strawberries as well.
Coop picked a flower for me. :)
There weren't a ton of strawberries left, but we sure had fun searching for the hints of red under those green leaves!
They filled their baskets to the brim, but by the time we made it to the car, they were only half full!
The scenery was spectacular.
It was a beautiful day, even if it was 90 degrees!
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Looks like such a great time. Our orchards have no apples to pick this year due to the drought we had this year :( It was such a bummer.
ReplyDeleteUgh... 90 degrees!? But it looks like the most lovely day! Your kids must think they have the best mommy in the world.
ReplyDeleteYou have beautiful pics of a special family day! Who wouldn't want to spend all the time they can who those adorable kids. ~ Maureen
ReplyDeleteSo fun, great pictures! We went to an apple orchard last month but we had no apples this year either, we just ate apple donuts instead :)
ReplyDeleteYour children are so beautiful! What a perfect day.
ReplyDeleteGreat pictures and really cute kids! Glad you had a family day. We all need those from time to time.
ReplyDeleteTake care,
Sue
Great photos! Apple picking is fun for all ages and a great way to spend a fall day with the family.
ReplyDeleteWe are so going there next week! I just looked up Riley's Farm and can't wait to go. Your pics are fantastic and your kiddos are just adorable!
ReplyDeleteYour kids are so darn cute!! Love the B&W one of your daughter. 90 degree heat is better than cold pouring rain - we were supposed to go back to one of our local farms this weekend but I think we will be rained out!
ReplyDeleteJenn :)
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