Schnepf Farms {a trip to another pumpkin patch and some of my ramblings}

This past weekend my mom invited the girls and I to join her for a Grand/Mother/Daughter date to Schnepf Farms.  I'm not really into, "going to the farm," because with our garden, there is no mystery where our food comes from, and the farm sort of loses it's luster. It's just another place where people grow food.  BUT I didn't want to let her down, so I said we'd go.  We did have some fun, and here are the images from our adventure...

My sister is the best with my kiddos, can't you tell?!

The whole farm is adorable and rustic, my friends actually got married at Schnepf Farms 2 years ago {images from the wedding here, the second half of the post}

I love this giant covered area for concerts. 

We stopped and got some corn before heading out to see the rest of the farm.

another awesome covered area.

Much to my protest, my mom offered Sonja a pony ride {another animal rights rant: this is cruel and torture, I wish I could have explained to Sonja so she'd understand this poor pony doesn't want to be doing this, this is slavery.}

But alas I took a photo so she could remember the experience and NEVER ask to do it again.

The farm did have some beautiful red sunflowers {is that a thing? anyone know what these are called so I can plant them?!}

My helpful sister, wearing baby Vera.

After enjoying the view, we got in line for the last train ride of the evening before the Spooky Train Ride. 

Views from the train...

The Pumpkin Patch {I was actually kind of disappointed with how small the patch really was!}

Peach Trees; this peach festival UPICK sounds fun!

There was a whole ride area in the back of the farm, I didn't even know about! And while I probably would have had fun on the rides, we didn't have time to walk all the way back there to ride anything.

After the train ride we walked to the Pumpkin Patch.

 The pumpkins were $3-12+ but since we already have plenty growing in our garden I didn't get any.

But it was still fun to look. 

After the patch we walked over to get some food.

We decided on this veggie pizza {too bad the flash wasn't cooperating otherwise you might be able to see how delicious it was}

And then Sonja climbed this hay pyramid, before we drove home!

Not bad for a few hours of fun with Grandma. I wouldn't have paid to do this, since we already did the Desert Botanical Gardens Pumpkin Festival {included with our membership} but since it was my mom's treat, it was totally worth the hour drive out to the farm.  Sonja had a great time and is already asking to go back!

Hope your pumpkin season is just as fun as ours has been, can't believe Halloween is tomorrow.  Costumes will be posted as soon as they get home from Trick-or-Treating!

Check back soon!

-Jenn

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Happy First Birthday Cleo & Clementine!

I first met Monique though etsy when I ordered an adorable lace and ruffle one piece lingerie after my first daughter was born.  She was so sweet, she met with me to get my measurements and then surprised me with a ruffle skirt for my daughter.  I've kept in touch with her since then and have a had a few sewing sessions with her as well.  When she opened Cleo & Clementine last year I was so excited to attend the grand opening event!  I had to restrain myself from buying everything in the store!  I can't believe that was already a year ago!  Since then, they've expanded their space and added a few new local vendors to their selections.  This past Friday they had their one year celebration and we were so excited to see the new space!

LOVE the new features and displays! 

Delicious snacks and sparkling drinks!

Would love to sport one of these headbands on my birthday!

Sonja loved this dress. Might have to snag one up for her! 

Beautiful new jewelry by XAPPALAND.

Perfect Party Dresses!

Some body products by West Third Brand and Herbivore Botanicals.

My friend Jaxon got the best lemon smelling beard tonic.

How cute are these curly earings?! They remind me of this Little's pig tails. 

Monique's line, Ouma, is the most elegant dresses and skirts I've ever seen...

They just make me want to host a party.

and get married again.

I also love how the shop incorporates vintage accents with modern fashion.

And little displays like these scissors and thread make the artist in me so happy!

Love the texture and colors of these details.

Thanks again Monique for hosting such a lovely little gathering, you're such an inspiration!

and before I forget; just this past Wednesday, they launched their website.  So now you, too, can find all their boutique goodies in one place.  You can also find them on facebook, and Instagram.

xoxo

-Jennifer

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COALATREE Organic Men's Clothing

You may have noticed this amazing Koala to the left on my toolbar.  Just wanted to take a quick second to introduce a new favorite clothing company of mine.  Coalatree is an awesome men's clothing company which also promotes respect for the earth and society.  I found them through a friend and am addicted to their instagram.  They recently sent me some awesome stickers for myself and readers! So, the first 5 people to follow them on instagram (and leave a comment here telling me they did and leaving a contact email), will get a sticker they sent me.  You can also find them on twitter and facebook.

Can't wait to get Husband some new clothes for our soon to be more frequent camping trips!

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