I woke up to little ones crafting up a storm.

They were putting the finishing touches on gifts for Grammy. These little ones are full of love and generosity.

We created a small stash of treats for her birthday.

She came over to go to the pumpkin patch down the street

and there had been mounting excitement about this adventure

with train rides

and a little bit of waiting.

Pony rides under a circus tent

(yes, I mentally fight back thoughts of depression and animal cruelty).

old metal cars, but my kids opt for motorcycles

and pink elephants that fly over the ground.

I thought maybe they would freak on the spinny ride.

Their expressions looked intense.. a mixture of fear and fun.

They were all smiles, maybe a little dizzy, but happy.