Our Trip to Lancaster PA

Steven took the day off from work yesterday, we kind of needed a r&r day. So we took a ride to Lancaster PA. Its north west of where we live. Amish country. The clouds were peeking in and out all day.

   

We saw some really beautiful farmland.

Along the way we met some cows:

And I just couldn't resist taking this picture of this bay Alpaca.

 

  Just so cute I wanted to take it home.. “Not so much”, says Steven.

I just love seeing the horse and buggies..

And we stopped at the Market to get some pumpkins. 

There was this really neat way to bale hay.. Horse driven.. It was so  cool to see.

Haha we entered this town. Steven said absolutely were we NOT staying at this place.

Last but not least, I got some new Giraffes at the gift shop at the Shady Maple.

The first one is the bigger one of the baby one I have, the second one has real fur on it and stands about a foot tall. The third picture is a close up of that one and the last one is a little one inch giraffe carved out of stone.

All in all it was a wonderful day. It was nice getting out, and it was nice getting home.

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This is Totally Off Topic

I have to say, we went to a family reunion, Steven’s side of the family, this past June. The usual food was served, except for one thing that I never had, and was totally enjoying it, so I thought I would share it with you. We have made it quite a few times already. Its good for a snack, a meal, it also stores well… if you can keep it around that long!!!

7 Layer Salad

Layer the following either on a tray, or I use a 13x9x2 glass baking dish:

1 can refried beans

1 8oz container sour cream

1 small can chopped olives

2 diced tomatoes

1/4 chopped red onions, or scallions

1 small head iceberg lettuce, shredded

8 oz of shredded jack or monterrey or cheddar cheese.

Serve with tortilla chips and enjoy!!!

Trip to MA

Here are some shots of our trip on our way out to MA.. It was a great day for traveling.

Well here we are in Massachusetts and what a wonderful time we are having. Its so good seeing Annette, Joe and the kids. We got introduced to Luci… their dog. What a dog. so vibrant , still a puppy…loves, LOVES to play.
Here are some pics of Luci playing with Steven. 

Here she is playing outside with my brother in law, Joe and her big blue ball!!

So we went to this farm, which was sweet, nestled in the mountains in Upton. THey had a little festival going on. A lot of Native American theme. I got a little porcelain baby doll dressed as a warrior Indian .. so cute. While we were there, my sister asked if Steven could take some pics of the boys.. So here they are!!!

Heres a really cool dragon fly Steven took pics of on the back patio..

Sunday night was great too. Annettes sister in law Lisa and brother in law, Odilan came for dinner with their kids, Julianna, Dillon and Ella.. These kids are so adorable and so full of hugs.. I am excited because in May, not only do we get to go to Zacharys dance recital,but Julianna and Ella will be dancing too!!How exciting!!Very darling children. Lisa and Odilan are pretty awesome too !!



We had a wonderful time. It was really great seeing my sister. She is such a warm and loving person.. and hilarious to boot!! My nephews are really growing and are wonderful young men. And my brother in law is just a wonderful all around guy. Hes caring and consderate. I feel so fortunate to have them as family.. and friends too.