Chris turned another year older this week, so last weekend we celebrated his birthday. He had wanted fishing waders and boots for a while now so I bit the bullet and purchased him some Simms G3 guide waders and Chris' and my parents went in on the boots. His face lit up when he opened up his presents and I even wrapped up his fishing equipment that he already owns which he got a kick out of.
After opening presents, we went on a drive (I know we like to drive…) and came across the most idyllic, beautiful farm. When we stopped to take pictures, the cows all came up and were so friendly (they were 4H cows).
As we were driving off, we stopped to chat with the owners who were taking a walk and they said that the farm had been in their family for four generations. That is what I love about this area, there is a beautiful barn everywhere you look, cornfields spread across the hills like a patchwork quilt and the endless country roads that go on for miles, enticing you to wonder what's just beyond the bend.
On one of those country roads was a small town, one that you would miss if you blinked, but I happened not to blink and caught glimpse of an old house that had a sign reading 'The Barstow House...Old World Italian American Cuisine'. We were actually heading to an Italian restaurant closer to home but we decided to check it out instead since it looked so intriguing, and sure enough it was a hidden gem.
On our way home after dinner, we pulled over on the road to watch fireworks that the Tioga Down's Horse Racetrack had put on just for Chris' birthday…how nice of them!
The next morning we headed out to a river near the town of Trout Run to try out Chris' birthday presents. I brought my book and a blanket and just enjoyed listening to the river while Chris fly fished.
As we headed home, we stopped by a field so this cute little guy could wish Chris a happy birthday then ended the night with some chocolate, vanilla and blueberry cake.
I think Chris had a pretty good birthday this year….and he sure milked it all week….that's my husband!
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