September 23, 2007

Life in the Midwest

Today we traveled through time... and lived a bit on the prairie. I love these days when we are able to truly embrace where we live... in the heart of the Midwest.

First a trip to pumpkin farm. This first shot is of Anderson playing in a Corn Box... Corn instead of sand... it felt so great to sink into the powdery, silky kernels!


Then we were off to try our hand at a new interest... Geocaching. This is a little off-the-beaten-path spot near Elburn, IL. It was a beautiful day today as you can see, and I felt like Laura Ingalls all day... the sights and sounds of this location constantly reminding me of her stories living on the Banks of Plum Creek in a dugout house. As far as the treasure hunting went... we found 2 of the 4 caches we were in search of.... not bad for a first time. Next time we will be braver and more prepared... and bring sunscreen and bug spray!





10 comments:

Karen said...

Fantastic photos! Looks like fun

Jules said...

Rather scrapbook worthy photos! Thanks for sharing! Your little man Andy is just adorable! Love that blue sky!!! Oh and the grapes, I really love that picture!

edie said...

Sarah - I live in CL and finally have a kiddie to take to a pumpkin farm... would you mind sharing where you take your guy?

Craft Accident said...

http://www.pickyourown.org directed me to http://www.kuipersfamilyfarm.com/

It was a great farm... I will be back... next time to pick apples!

Anonymous said...

Great pictures. Looks like fun! I would love to see the sandbox filled with corn kernels. That looks like fun!

Linda McClain said...

I grew up in Indiana, and I especially love the Midwest this time of year. I'm a TX girl now, so thanks for bringing back such great Midwest memories.

Boogiebead.com said...

The boy look so big. I am so jealous! I miss you guys. Can't wait to see you all in November. Counting the days!!!! xoxoxoxo Shan

Boogiebead.com said...

I want to play in the corn box! Looks like soooo much fun!!!!!

Anonymous said...

wonderful pictures!!

joslyn said...

love the pictures!