There isn't much to it. I suggest wearing long pants and long sleeve shirt, or sweatshirt, so that you can really get into the bushes without to much pain and prickling... then pick away! This morning I had the pleasure of being accompanied by my new sister-in-law Allison, my brother Jacob and my kids. Everyone had their own bowl (except Joseph of course, although Ella at times shared hers with him. The 2 younger observed from the double stroller (Ella being supplied sweet berry treats every couple of minutes, Joseph intermittently napping) The 2 older, for the most part, thoroughly enjoyed picking, especially Anson. They were allowed to eat as much as they wanted... the best part of the deal! We spent about 45 min picking... then headed home to the rest of our day. Later, we treated our selves to a blackberry smoothie, and feeling especially indulgent and kind, topped it with whipped cream. YUM! We were amazed at the intensity of the color!
Before that, I had told Allison I would make her a blackberry pie. Apparently, she told me the word on the street is, that if you supply me with fruit, I would make the best tasting pie ever. I hope it lives up to all it's glory. It's currently cooling off, and awaiting to be eaten. I am sure it won't be long now!
Anson was beside me the whole time helping. He really loves to cook and bake. Tanner offered his help too.
Then of course, a favorite treat while we wait for that pie we slaved on? Extra crust, cooked and sugared to perfect deliciousness. It's sometimes hard for me to share... I often think if I could get away with sneaking them into my room and eating them really quick before anyone notices... but I don't think I would get away with it. Plus, the kids always enjoy them so much too.
Yes, she does have 2 bows in her hair. I almost always put a bow in her hair, but recently anytime she finds another bow, she insists that she wears it also. So, if you see her with 5 bows in her hair, it's not because I am trying to create some new fashion, it's because this 2 y.o. loves bows and wants to wear them ALL! I think the max we've gotten up to is 7 bows and clippies at the same time. But this phase isn't over yet, so we might be able to beat that!
So, since cupcakes are just about my most favorite thing in the world, and I know how much she's missed cupcakes, for her birthday I made her gluten free vanilla cupcakes with homemade buttercream frosting. THEY WERE SO GOOD! There were some things that were a little tricky, but the end result was delicious.
Even Joseph wanted a bite. Sorry buddy, maybe next time.
yum!
Gotta love 2 year olds. Gotta love the incredible Ella!
I had to fight Ella off of me the entire time. SHE wanted to feed Joseph. She's been waiting for this moment his entire life, so of course, I had to let her try. Joseph was a little wary, but they both did a great job.
Love these babes!
My 2 older boys. So cute, so fun... the rest of us at home WILL miss them while they are gone all day! I thought it was so cute that they grabbed each other's hand in this picture. I just asked them to stand by the tree, so the brotherly love wasn't staged; it's really there!
My big 2nd grader!
My Kindergartener 
The things they were most excited about:
There isn't much to it. I suggest wearing long pants and long sleeve shirt, or sweatshirt, so that you can really get into the bushes without to much pain and prickling... then pick away! This morning I had the pleasure of being accompanied by my new sister-in-law Allison, my brother Jacob and my kids. Everyone had their own bowl (except Joseph of course, although Ella at times shared hers with him. The 2 younger observed from the double stroller (Ella being supplied sweet berry treats every couple of minutes, Joseph intermittently napping) The 2 older, for the most part, thoroughly enjoyed picking, especially Anson. They were allowed to eat as much as they wanted... the best part of the deal! We spent about 45 min picking... then headed home to the rest of our day. Later, we treated our selves to a blackberry smoothie, and feeling especially indulgent and kind, topped it with whipped cream. YUM! We were amazed at the intensity of the color!
Before that, I had told Allison I would make her a blackberry pie. Apparently, she told me the word on the street is, that if you supply me with fruit, I would make the best tasting pie ever. I hope it lives up to all it's glory. It's currently cooling off, and awaiting to be eaten. I am sure it won't be long now!
Anson was beside me the whole time helping. He really loves to cook and bake. Tanner offered his help too.
Then of course, a favorite treat while we wait for that pie we slaved on? Extra crust, cooked and sugared to perfect deliciousness. It's sometimes hard for me to share... I often think if I could get away with sneaking them into my room and eating them really quick before anyone notices... but I don't think I would get away with it. Plus, the kids always enjoy them so much too.
