Papa's Perfect Place

As we contemplated having all the grandchildren in town for the month of June, Papa Jeff jumped into action.
He decided to replace the playground that was decimated in the December wind storm.  First a new load of fine sand was delivered and spread in the sandbox and then he bought a "Lifetime" playground.  I guess we will see if it lasts a "lifetime" or only one year like the last one.  The kids refer to the playground as the "Park at the Farm".

Then not to stop with just a mere playground, He totally outdid himself and he showed one day with a new pony.  He always said he would not get a pony because they are usually so irritable and stubborn.  I guess the thought of children's smiles on a small horse won because this darling pony now lives at the farm.  Jeff did an incredible job of shopping because she is a sweet even-tempered pony.  She is a keeper and obviously a great hit with the grandkids.

The day "Rio" (Blake named her) came to the farm.

 Macey waiting for her turn on Rio decided to sit on Kona

 The Three Cowboys

 Blake and Papa.  

This picture explains everyday life at the farm.  Blake follows her papa everywhere he goes.  This is her domain and she had a difficult time when all those other kids showed up and wanted to share part of her life.

Lucy on the tractor, another favorite farm activity.   

 I mentioned to Jeff that it wasn't fair that our house was lacking in fun grandchildren activities.  I needed something also so we got this airplane for our home yard.  Obviously not as fun as the farm but at least it is something.