Our First Rodeo

I have one word that describes going to the rodeo with kids: chaos. I wasn't able to join the gang until half way through their rodeo adventure, but when I arrived I saw tired parents, grumpy toddlers, and chaos all around. The rodeo definitely looked like a fun place to spend the afternoon, but you have to be physically and mentally prepared for it. And maybe next time we'll bring a couple of leashes. After some petting, some milking, some rides, turkey legs and too much cotton candy, the gang was ready to get the kiddos home and to bed. A huge thanks to Grandma and Papa who took all four kids home so Jonathan, Cynthia, Mark and I could enjoy an adult evening out with some bull riding. While we waited for the rodeo events to begin, we made a beeline for the wine tasting tent. After the rodeo, we headed to Three Forks for some yummy apps and more wine. I'd never been to a rodeo, and I was thoroughly entertained and look forward to going again next year.

"Ever heard of sharing, Victoria? Hand over some cotton candy!"

The braver cousins are enjoying a ride together.

Grandma and Auntie Cynthia are creating order in the petting zoo. You'd think the animals had never eaten.

Isabella and Grayson have fun exploring the cow's utters.