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apple picking, 2009



amazingly, it's that time of year again.  in fact, it's not only autumn, it seems to be nearly winter here already, as it is 37 degrees out as i write this, and we had a winter weather advisory in our area last night, with a chance of some snow.  unbelievable.  so, before we missed our chance, we went out to the orchard last weekend and did our annual apple picking.  cade is in the stage where he picks up every apple he can find and takes a bite of it, like some kind of orchard taste tester or something.  (if you go apple picking, check thoroughly for tiny little bites).  thought you might enjoy just a few of our pics from the day...



have a great weekend!

Comments

Emoly said…
Apples! Yum. I just enjoyed my honey crisp apple. With peanut butter. It is becoming one of my favorite snacks. I bought Bill some Gala and he ate four in two days. He said they were that good. So, just wanted to say Yay for Apples! :)
cathyq said…
The boys are the cutest apple-picking and eating creatures I've ever seen!
NJ Grandma said…
Look at those two little apple picking munchkins. Love the pictures. Hi to all. ~Gail~

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