There’s just something special about fall days at the pumpkin patch. The laughter, the hayrides, the smell of kettle corn in the air — it all feels like childhood wrapped up in one golden afternoon. Even in the Florida sunshine, fall has its own kind of magic.
This past weekend we spent the day at @foxsquirrelcornmaze with friends and family, soaking up every bit of that autumn charm. From snapping fall photos to riding the hayride, wandering through the corn maze, playing in the corn pit, and bouncing until the kids were out of breath, the day was pure joy from start to finish. 🎃✨
There’s something about watching your kids laugh with their friends, cheeks flushed from the sun and excitement, that reminds you how quickly these seasons pass. The muddy shoes, the sticky fingers from fair snacks, the endless “one more time!” at the bounce house, all of it adds up to the moments that matter most.
We came home with muddy shoes, tired smiles, and hearts overflowing with gratitude. 🧡
No souvenirs, no pumpkins this time, just memories that filled our hearts far more than anything we could’ve carried home.
As parents, it’s so easy to get caught up in the planning, the schedules, and the to-do lists. But these kinds of days remind me to slow down and simply be present. The best moments are rarely the perfectly planned ones. They’re the messy, joy-filled, laughter-loud kind that sneak up on you when you least expect it.
So this fall, I’m choosing to say yes to more of this: muddy shoes, messy hair, and family days that fill our hearts more than our calendars.
What’s one fall tradition your family looks forward to every year? 🍁
I’d love to hear in the comments below. Your story might inspire another family to start a new one this season.
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