{Revisiting Papa Simpson's Farm}

Fall colors in Louisiana

Remember this handsome little guy?

This picture was taken just over a year ago when Trav made his first trip down to Papa Simpson’s Farm as a kindergartner.

Look at my BIG BOY now!!!!

How exactly did that transformation happen?!?!?

This year, Trav got to experience the farm as a big ol’ 1st grader and I must say, experience definitely seems to have its perks. The kids were full of energy, willing to participate, and ready to make their mark all over Papa Simpson’s Farm.

Our adventure was similar to last years. If you missed it, let me quickly explain that the students are guided through a real “hands on” learning experience on a real operating farm here in Louisiana. They learn all about the different animals as well as the land and tools that are used to keep the farm running on a daily basis. They had the opportunity to hold and feed different animals. Travin's favorite animal has always been the baby chick. The kids also learned how to milk a cow by hand and they even got to plant their very own corn kernels.

You will have to bear with me a bit on this one because I had a bit of a “mommy moment”. As I was going through the pictures from our day on the farm, I couldn’t help but browse through last year’s pictures. I had one of those moments where I just had to hold onto the memory of my little guy for just one more minute. I was completely stunned by how much he has grown in the past year.

Some of these pictures might look familiar. I couldn’t let the moment pass me by and I wanted to share my little moment with you because after all, some of my favorite people in the whole wide world check up on us every now and then.     

Here are some now and then memories from Papa Simpson’s Farm.

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{A dirty face is the sign of a VERY good field trip}