Summer Fun
One of the things my husband and I would do BK (before kids) was pick berries in the summer at local markets.
This summer we will all be picking berries as a family. It is something to do when you don’t have plans on the weekend or something for mom to do with the kids during the week. Look here for local you pick it farms in your area.
Include your children in what to do with the berries or fruit once it is picked. Make a pie together, a fruit salad or fruit pancakes for breakfast the next day. If your kids pick it and then participate in making something they will be more apt to eat the fruit.
I know I can go broke on fruit in this house, my kids love it as much as I do. If you don’t have any local you pick it farms, try this web site to see where the local farmers markets are near you. I know on weekend my local farmers markets have live music and some people even sell crafts. It is a great lazy weekend morning thing to do with the entire family.
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May 28th, 2007 at 9:56 pm
Seeing your post reminded me of the hours I spent scoffing strawberries. I think more went in my tummy than in the basket. Not to mention the belly ache. I still love strawberries now
Definitely something to do with the kids this summer.
We also love to make smoothies with our fruit.
Mel
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