Saturday, April 2, 2011

Rodeo Time - Yeehaw!

This is a very special time of year for Ryan and I because our first date was to the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. Hunter is still a little too young to sit and watch the Rodeo, but he did get to experience the Livestock Show. Hunter even had a new pair of "camo" boots. No hat ... maybe next year!



Our first stop......the tractors. Hunter knew exactly what to do. He really liked this big toy ... just like his daddy!




Then we visited the animals at the petting zoo. Hunter met a few goats, a pig and even a deer.



Hunter rode a pony named Gem. Check it out ... one handed! This is only his second time to ride a real pony and he is already a pro! He really does need a cowboy hat!


Hunter even got to work on a farm. He collected veggies, milked a cow, collected wool and picked fruit. All of these things he turned in for "money". Then we visited the "Store" and bought a snack. Next year I am sure he will be able to do most of it on his own ... mom and dad helped him out a little.

My favorite part of this time of the year is the deep fried goodness! Hunter took in a little fried cheese cake ... yummy! I think he enjoyed his first Livestock Show. He was worn out by the end of the day!




I never would have thought when Ryan and I went on our first date we would eventually be bringing our son out here too! The best part of being a parent is starting traditions with your child .... I love it!