We took our 5th annual trip with our good friends -- returning to Diamond Lake, Michigan (went there Aug 2008). It was logistically the best option as it didn't involve flying and provided lots of activities to keep the kids busy. Here is a shot of the lively crew, all dressed in their Halloween gear. From left to right: Molly & Hailey, Sam & Charlie, Keira & Brooke.
The first day, we discovered swans on the lake.
Then, despite poor weather, we went apple picking (a very determined Scott was not going to leave MI without apples!). While it was pretty windy and cold, we all had a great time and came home with TONS of apples
(2 pies are in the freezer already).
(pictures: Molly & Sam in strollers, with Charlie checking up on them; Heather & Hailey, Scott helping Brooke pick apples, Jen pulling wagon of apples, Erin & Charlie by pumpkins)
The next day we went to a pumpkin farm which had a big corn maze. The kids had to get their "tickets" stamped at each of 9 spots throughout the maze.
We went on a hay ride -- a "private" hay ride as we were the only people at this corn maze/pumpkin patch!
Later that night we roasted hot dogs over the fire in the backyard.
Keira loves being outside.
So did Molly and Sam.
The next day's activities included baking cookies while lots of football watch ensued.
And to top off the fun weekend, leaf pile jumping, thanks to the hard raking work of Erin!
Overall, another great trip with wonderful friends! Already looking forward to next year when the babies will perhaps be mobile.
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