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Last weekend, we ventured out to the Pumpkin Patch on Sauvies Island. I have fond memories of heading out to the Pumpkin Patch, buying veggies, seeing farm animals and riding the hay ride out to pick my own pumpkin. I also remember doing that in the rain and cold (not always good memories.)
Well, on Sunday, I understand the call went out for every style conscious parent to dress their small child in the latest fall gear and head out to said Pumpkin Patch in the SUV. It was packed! Uncomfortably packed. Initially, we were able to get parking fine and wandered in, but when we saw the line for the hay ride 100 people deep, I think we began to rethink our decision. Then, when trying to look at the bunnies and goats, I was pushed aside by not one parent but three. It felt like Costco. Upon leaving the animal barn, we had decided we would not be getting our pumpkin there….but wait.
We did venture into the fresh veggie market and made a killing. We picked up 5 different kinds of squash, some cabbage, some peppers, some hot peppers (now hanging by our window), some onions, tomatoes and assorted other veggies. And the best part – only $19. I couldn’t do that in the city. And boy these veggies were fresh. Tasty and fresh.
In the end, we took off and drove an additional 3 beautiful miles on Sauvies Island to Columbia Farms to their pumpkin field and had the place essentially to ourselves. We picked up 3 large pumpkins for carving and about 10 or so little ones for display for only $16. Oh, and it was stunningly beautiful and relaxing. Note to self, memories of childhood do not necessarily translate into adulthood. Embrace the orange!