When the kids were young, it was a family tradition
to go to the pumpkin patch. Each of us would choose
a pumpkin and we would come home and carve them.
As the kids became more skilled at carving,
it inevitably became a competition.
But when their lives became so busy in high school,
there was no time anymore.
After many years, I am very happy to see the tradition revived.
It was heartwarming to watch these three young couples
having a simple fall afternoon together.
Annie and Drew, Mel and Josh, Kerry and Emily.
Our neighbor, Linda, came over to see the carvings in progress.
She has often been the judge of our family contests,
but this time she was here on friendlier terms.
After the carving was completed, seeds were
gathered for roasting.
Candles were put in place.
We had a few games of cornhole.
Then the pumpkins were lit.
The day ended with a dinner of homemade bread, hot soup,
and pumpkin pie.
It was so nice that our home was the hub of fall
traditions like this once again!
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