A Thompson Fall: Pick Pumpkins from a Patch

 A rainy fall break Monday called for a trip to the pumpkin patch. It has been 6 years since we went to Huber's so I thought it was time for a little throwback across the bridge. The kids loved riding the tractor out to the patch; unstemming pumpkins as big as their bodies; and rolling them on home ;) They also picked out some pre painted goodies as well as the ugliest gourds you've ever seen. Complete with a little lunch at the Restaurant & Winery, and we wrapped up our fall break nicely.

A Thompson Fall: Bake Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread

Nothing like a little after school baking to kick off the weekend! My little helper Adelaide Jane whipped up some chocolate chip pumpkin bread for us to enjoy...she was so excited to be in the kitchen. She measured out each ingredient, mixed it all up, and even helped pour it into the mini loaf pans. Her labor love made for a yummy breakfast treat the next day ;)

 

A Thompson Fall: Go To A Football Game

This fall we have taken in two football games~ one high school and one college. Both very different experiences but equally as memorable.

We headed to the St.X vs Trinity game with several other family friends. We tailgated, tossed the football, ran in circles, and cheered with pom poms. We may have lost a child for a bit as well~ luckily Aspen had no clue he was lost...simply hanging with other friends. I, on the other hand, had a panic attack for quite some time thinking he was gone. Thank heavens for family, friends & police!

The other exciting football game was the UM game at Hard Rock Stadium. Brighton & I got to watch the Canes under the bright lights on prime time tv. His eye lit up seeing the cool uniforms, fireworks for touchdowns, and the suite life with food & beverages. We will definitely be cheering them on the rest of the season!

A Thompson Fall: Roast S’mores on a Fire

 A windy Saturday evening had us roasting s'mores on the patio...the kids didn't seem to think that they tasted any different of course! Ryan brought home 2 kits from a work trip at the Ritz which made for the perfect fall treat. Each of the kids roasted two mellows and gave themselves generous portions of chocolate to accompany them. It was a gooey, yummy dessert!

A Thompson Fall: Take a Family Bike Ride

 We spent the Saturday early evening of Brighton's birthday taking a family bike ride around the neighborhood. We traded hikes for bikes this year making for a nostalgic adventure for me. The kids love to ride in between Mom & Dad as they whip around the hood...peddling faster and faster. They enjoyed the scenic route down the big hill then up it again to make the turn to Mimi's house. A full little pre-dinner ritual for fall time.