This week is an exciting one at the farm; the cafe, animal barn and playground areas are all opening up today! June is finally here, and things are looking up. I can’t tell you how much I’ve missed hearing the sounds of children laughing and playing on the lawns, or visiting with you in the animal barn in the morning as the girls and I do the chores. Although we still need to keep a respectable distance from one another, it is so good to be able to get out and play!
These past couple months have had unique challenges. I would have never predicted that one of the main challenges would be finding a place for the kids to play. One day when we were driving by a snow-fence wrapped park my daughter asked, “Mom, why can the geese still enjoy the parks but we can’t?” While I can now chuckle over her little complaint, at the time it broke my heart to hear what she was struggling with. It hasn’t been easy for any of us, and that includes the kids. We are so thankful to be able to finally provide a spacious area to play!
We have some adorable, new wooden horses that are fitted with real saddles for your kids to let their imaginations run wild on. There is a ‘new’, very old tractor that is sunk into the sandbox by the animal barn to try out. And in the barn there is a kitten named Smokey and 3 fluffy Silkie chicks for you to meet. The excitement isn’t limited to children either. I know I am looking forward to a piece of pie and a great cup of coffee on the patio of the Farmhouse Cafe, and the face-to-face conversations that go along with good food. I’m also looking forward to the arrival of fresh fruit, starting very soon with strawberries! If you are looking for a fresh idea to incorporate our strawberries into your meal plan, the girls and I show you how to make crepes in this video. Summer is on its way, and the time is now to get out and play!
Rachel, for the Davison Family
Don't forget to Like Davison Orchards on Our Social Media
