Rodeo Day

Reed dressed up like a cowboy for the rodeo celebration at his school.  He was very excited to ride his horse to class, but the bandanna around his neck was just too much.  He was insistent that he put it in his pocket.  He is a head strong and adorable cowboy.  He had a blast playing the rodeo themed games and petting the animals, especially the rabbits.

 

Ride with Pride

 

Today was the first Monday playgroup we have attended in several weeks.  We met our friends at Ride with Pride to enjoy a beautiful morning with the animals.  Pony rides were the highlight of the morning for most of the kids, but Ryland wasn't interested in riding.  He said he just wanted to watch, so I didn't push it.

 

Reed loved all the horses, but I couldn't get him near one for a picture.  He wanted to laugh and point, but he definitely wasn't begging to go for a ride. 

 

The horses were so calm, and it was obvious they were looking for some handouts.  As soon as you got close to them, they went for your hand.  I was happy to see Ryland at least touch one of the horses.

 

We headed over to the fish pond next, so the kids could give enormous amounts of food to the massive catfish.   

 

I was finally able to catch Reed smile.  He enjoyed pushing the glider and chunking fish food into the pond.  We finished off the fun morning with a little stick horse riding around the barrels.  It was great to be back with our friends.

Outside fun at Nana's

Ride 'em cowboys! Ryland rode this horse to town and back and back again. He loves this old stallion. It was a bit funny to watch him slide around. He just wasn't dressed in his cowboy best. Nana knows who to call if the horse ever comes up missing.
Drinking from the sprinkler.

Loving every minute of playing in the water.

Riding the horse - standing up

No mom, I am not riding the horse while standing up. I am just standing on the horse. I promise.

Look dad, I am riding the horse while standing up. Isn't this cool? Don't tell mom.