Our local fire department had an open house that we took the kids to on Sunday afternoon. Hayden had a good time and enjoyed exploring the big fire trucks. Only Bennet wanted to “hang out” with Sparky the fire dog. Hayden wouldn’t get close enough to him to take a picture.
More crafts and coloring fun for Hayden. It’s been a nice way to relax as a family right before bed time and Hayden gets so excited.
Today we had a wonderful day trip to The Parkway again. We decided to do something different and drive a little further than normal and check out an apple orchard. We’re really glad that we did and will definitely go again next year, because it was such a neat experience. Hayden and Bennet had a great time and loved the beautiful day and apple picking. After we picked our apples, we drove North and decided to head to Linville Falls again for our picnic lunch. We found a nice area with a lot of tables right by the river. Before we headed home, we went for a leisurely hike by the falls. What we didn’t really expect this trip were the leaves to be so beautiful. Last year, we went during the peak weekend, and they looked almost identical this year. Just gorgeous. Jamie got some great shots of the colors from the car. Now I just have to figure out what to do with all of those apples.
Hayden’s really been liking craft time lately, especially at preschool. He was so proud of the “tree” that he made yesterday. 
Enjoying the beautiful fall weather
Fun at the store this morning. Hayden thought this was ketchup and was super excited. Bennet just loves sitting next to Hayden and steering.
This is one of my old Cabbage Patch dolls from when I was a little girl. It’s recently Hayden’s new baby, and he likes to hug and rock it. So sweet.
Definitely our little thumb suckers.
These two were having a lot of fun on the couch together today. 
Bennet tickling Hayden.
After having soup for dinner, walking to the playground, and putting Bennet to bed, we decided that it was the perfect evening to make smores. Hayden had a fun time and it was so nice to be outside and hear the high school band practicing. Gotta love October!
We went to Hill Ridge Farms today in Youngsville and had a blast. The weather definitely feels like fall and October, so it was perfect for picking out our pumpkins for the season. Hayden had his first pony ride and Bennet had his first train and hayrack rides. Quite the memorable day. Jamie and I also had fun and have decided that this is definitely going to be a new Ronin tradition in the fall.
