Apple Picking

Happy Monday everyone! Hope everyone had a good weekend! 

Saturday, we went apple picking as a family. This is a family tradition. Usually we go earlier in October but we just haven't had time. This past weekend was the last weekend for u-pick at our local orchards. In fact, we usually go to Legend Hills Orchard, but when we pulled in their sign said that U-pick was closed, even though online they said that that they were open. We decided to check out another orchard that is about 3 minutes away from that one and we lucked out. They were open! 

We ended up at Branstool Orchards and we ended up picking Evercrisp Apples for the first time. (Usually we get Golden Delicious and Gala.) We picked a little over 30 pounds and the kids had a blast. It was great weather. A little chilly, but the sun kept coming out and it was the perfect fall day! 

The kids enjoyed their activities that they had set up, including a "farm-style" basketball game, climbing tires, and props to take pictures on. 

We also enjoyed some apple cider donuts. Rebecca had a hot apple cider and the boys and I split an apple cider slushy. It was super yummy! 

After we left we decided to go get lunch out...something that we hardly ever do as a family. We went to Rooster's for some yummy wings. Unfortunately, just as we got to the restaurant, Jacob started not feeling well. He was clammy and felt like he had to throw up. He didn't but all he ate was his applesauce. We decided after lunch to just head home since he didn't feel good. I am convinced it was a reaction to his COVID shot the day before as he was fine yesterday. We just hung out at home the rest of the day and watched college football and really just relaxed. Bill and I both got a nap in which also never happens. We were going to carve pumpkins but we decided to wait until later this week when hopefully everyone is doing fine. 

Today, I have to work and maybe go to the store since I didn't make it yesterday. The boys have a basketball camp 3 nights this week so it will be another busy week to be had. Hope everyone has a good one!