Icy rain and pumpkin decorating

On our morning walk through the woods on the farm this morning, we gathered lots of leaves, twigs, berries and seeds to decorate pumpkins with. When we set off it was a bright, crisp morning and on our way back it rained and we enjoyed icy hail. We stopped in the rain to chat to the farmer who was erecting new fencing for the pigs. The children always quiz him on what he's up to and the dog likes to be a general nuisance hoping for a pat. Poor man must wish he could quickly hide under the nearest bush for some peace when he sees us heading his way! After the children's curiousity concerning the fencing was satisfied we went home to enjoy a warm cup of rooibos. Later, we decorated pumpkins using the autumnal gatherings. The children so enjoyed creating these lively characters, they were eager to make more. We should have a whole family of pumpkin creatures as house guests staying with us for the next week or so!