Riley's Farm

James and I went up to Riley’s Farm with C’s family and Iris. We picked apples, learned about the Gold Rush, fed the goats, donkeys, sheep and pigs, threw tomahawks (yes, really--that's little K with a tomahawk!), panned for gold and picked pumpkins. All in one morning! Whew!

It was so beautiful up in the mountains of Oak Glen. The air was crisp in the morning, but the sun was shining, and we quickly warmed up as we walked the trails and picked apples. Everything seems crystal clear up there—colors seemed brighter, the air smelled cleaner. The Rileys’ are blessed indeed to wake up to mornings like this each day.

With four boys, we were constantly laughing. This is what happens when you give a boy a basket.

There is something about fresh-picked apples right off the tree--so crisp and delicious! They seem to make one a bit silly, too!

For lunch, we enjoyed chicken pot pies, fresh apple cider, apples and cookies for dessert. James and I had to dash back home after lunch to make it to his late afternoon soccer game, but I’m so glad we were able to escape and spend this time with good friends and the wonder of fall and fresh air!

If you are looking for family time in the great outdoors, fantastic hosts, good food, and perhaps a bit of education to boot, there is something for you at Riley’s Farm!
--L

P.S. It wasn't quite a perfect fall weekend, as Sean couldn't be with us, but he will post about running the San Jose 1/2 Marathon soon! He's been busy with tile!