10 Steps for a Successful Pumpkin Patch Trip

Step 1:  Make a game plan and review it.

Step 2:  Pick a wagon.

Step 3:  Fill up on warm coffee while kids scout out pumpkin options.

Step 4:  Choose pumpkins.

"How do you choose?  They all look the same!"

"When we drop our first album, this should be our cover."

"This one's mine.  Back away Auntie Erin, back away."

Step 5:  Substitute pumpkins for ones that are more appropriate to child's size and strength.

Step 6:  Fill Wagon

Step 7:  Substitute wagon for one that will accommodate pumpkins and tired kids.

Step 8:  Set out to pick apples for a snack.

Step 9:  Foil picture by jumping in front of camera.  (classic camera joke)

Step 10:  Take in beautiful scenery.

What a great trip!!!!