Celebrate America

1880's style

On the 4th of July we went to a real working farm set to the date of 1880.

Henry entered a pie eating contest.

Oh yeah, he is perfect for this!!!

We played some yard games.

Which makes me think of all the fun children had back in 1880 with not a tv, computer, dvd, or playstation in site!! I LOVE 1880 (well except for no air conditioning, backbreaking work, no Walmart, ok nevermind).

Next, we listen to some great American music on the front porch of the main house.

We enjoyed the scenery.

And talks with the local folk.

Then we spotted WAGON RIDES!!!!!!!!!!!!!

And the Angel was afraid for her life!

But we had a great time on the bumpy ride.

And the views were spectacular.

Except when these horsed lifted their tales and let out a sound I will have nightmares about!

A little taste of farm life.

Henry is really jealous of how dirty that pig is and that the pigs mom doesn't care.

These baby lambs were born just 2 days ago!!!

At 4:30pm there was a call for the sack race to begin.

The boys suited up and were ready for the big race.

Go. Hop. Go. Hop. Hop. Hop.

It was fun! And Ben got a wooden nickel as a prize (guess it's worth?)

We loved celebrating our great America in 1880!!!!!!!!!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY AMERICA !!!!!!!!!!!!!!