Fun with the Grands

We had a great day runnin' with the Grandkids today. A full day, and good to be home. Love the way they pass out on their beds after this kind of day. Topped off by visiting Mawmaw in New Braunfels.

 The day actually started with Wes getting up early to take Matt and Ashleigh to ABIA, and me providing breakfast. I'll say Wes was very pleased with the eggs, bacon and biscuits. Then on to the train ride at the Williamson County Park on Sam Bass Rd. This was our 4th miss, as a party was scheduled and we couldn't wait for 40 minutes for the next train!

 Oh well! We'll catch it next time.

 Then on to the Jourdan-Bachmann Pioneer Farms off Dessau Rd. Our kids had been many times over the years, but this was our first visit.

 They have a great laid back approach, and visitors are allowed to just walk and visit the exhibits at their own pace. Viola Marie, Morgan Wesley, and Emma Ireline Griffin on the porch.

My favorite place to be, huggin' on my Grands!

 It's good to educate them about the blessing of indoor plumbing!

 This salvia intrigued me. Looks like some dreamsicle salvia we once had, but a deeper red rather than salmon pink.

 Papa Wes and Viola on the steps of a restored farmhouse.

 Do my Grands exhibit exuberance? I think so!

 I extracted a promise from Wes that he would grow this vine for me at our place. We'll see!

 The smithys were plying their trade, and knew a lot of the history of blacksmithing.

 This water source was one of the reasons this homestead could survive.

 Viola and me at the Jourdan homestead, sitting on the original spot, though the entire house had been disassembled, stored, and rebuilt in the '80s.

 The Grands really got excited when they realized the donkeys would eat from their hands.

 Another well-preserved relic, my hubby! This grape arbor leads up to the Jourdan family homestead.

 This Tonkawa Indian campground last saw visitors in the 1850's. The oak is estimated to be 500+ years old, and has a lightning strike scar. Amazing stuff!

 Another classic pioneer home; cedar logs, masonry chinking, masonry shed addition.

 Just can't get enough!

 The staff dressed in period clothing adds a nice touch for the kids.

 After getting some stick candy in the store, caught the kids giving each other a taste. Hmm, that probably will end some day!

 Need some help here from my naturalist friends. What is this berry?

We get to end our day with a good visit with Mawmaw in New Braunfels. We enjoyed an early supper at Olive Garden, and a great time was had by all.