apple orchard

side note: {i sometimes wonder why my husband sticks around?! i mean for a guys' guy he isn't much into going certain places i have an interest (thank goodness for girlfriends) but every year he does make a point to visit the apple orchard with me. whether it's my sappy requests or some innate interest of his own he goes :)} 

sunday morning we cruised north to center grove orchard.  unlike most year we went first thing in the morning.  we arrived a few minutes after opening and much to our surprise the orchard itself wasn't crowded at all despite the fact that the parking lot was filling up with hoards of families. 

the weather cooperated wonderfully - perfectly crisp and fall-like - which made boots and flannel a must! i indulged in pumpkin and apple cider flavored goods, cody corralled my finds, we played a few games, went on a 'private' hayride and picked up a pumpkin.  although we didn't stop by the corn maze or actual pick any apples it was another great visit!! 

right before i gave up...

cody finished the race!

i will learn to make apple cider donuts this year - mmmm!!!

perks of arriving early: solo hayrides!