Pick Your Own...
We went pumpkin picking with my best friend and her kids over the weekend. (The one I mentioned here in a life circle moment) We go every year to our favorite farm, up the street. Just grab a wagon and let the kids pile up the pumpkins. They have so much fun running around the farm looking for the perfect ones
This is me and my best friend trying to look cool with our new friend "Jack"
and hopefully our daughters will stay as close as we did over the years. We have two more friends not pictured here, but I'll post about them later. We have all been best friends since we were 12. We have such a special relationship, it's incredible to keep your childhood friends. They know you so well...you can give them a certain look or even the tone in your voice...they somehow know exactly what you are thinking or feeling. We have been through every boyfriend (and break-up), every crisis at elementary, middle and high school.. then college... been a bridesmaid on each wedding day, attended family events, celebrated every birth and consoled each other through death. Always there to lend an ear, advice, a smile or a tissue. She was there that day on the escalator with me when Rhett Butler was waiting at the bottom (and said "Oh... My... God...", like the annoying Janice girl from the TV show 'Friends' !) So many laughs, so many memories, we hope our girls see how special a childhood friendship can be. I have a feeling they may already know...
What beautiful pictures of what looks like a lovely day with family and friends. It is so nice to have good friends that have children that your own can bond with.
BTW, I love your nail polish ~
Posted by: Sue | October 15, 2007 at 08:26 AM
That is sooo great! I love doing stuff like that....going to pick out pumpkins etc! And how wonderful about your friendship! That is a truly one of a kind thing!!! Love all the pics!
Posted by: Katy | October 15, 2007 at 09:22 AM
There is nothing better than those friendships. I have a couple just like that. We have all had "grown-up" friendships, but agree it's not the same as ours, can't replace it!
Teresa
Posted by: Teresa | October 15, 2007 at 10:48 AM
"How sweet and precious this post...and so true!!" I always say;
"I would rather have a "few" close dear friends, whom i can alway cherish in my entire life, rather than dozens of friends..whom are not really close."
I am sure your daughter will share this bond...they look so close already!!
smiles,
Jeannene
Posted by: Jeannene | October 15, 2007 at 01:16 PM
That was a lovely post!! What a fun day you all had!
Posted by: Sophiehoneysuckle | October 15, 2007 at 03:45 PM
looks like a lovely day with friends. it's nice that your daughters are close too!
Posted by: deb | October 15, 2007 at 04:59 PM
so cute! My best friend is from pre-school so I can relate, really nice post!!
Posted by: Kim | October 15, 2007 at 08:36 PM
It has been a joy to watch you, Kristi, Rachel and Gina grow up together over the years. From playing dolls to having families of your own. You four girls have a very special friendship that will last a lifetime.
Posted by: Mom | October 15, 2007 at 08:50 PM
What FUN!! As the Girl Scouts say....make new friends but keep the old, one is silver and the other gold! XO~ Janet (Shabbyfufu)
Posted by: Janet | October 15, 2007 at 10:18 PM
I too, hope that your children share that special friendship. I am very blessed to have one of the those childhood friendships, too!
Posted by: Robyn | October 16, 2007 at 03:51 AM
Ahhh- such a fun post and that is really cool that you are all still friends! Tara, you are too cute - love the nail polish too!
*waving hi* to Tara's mom - so sweet that you left a comment on your daughter's post!
xo,
Kim
Posted by: Daisy Cottage | October 16, 2007 at 07:29 AM
It's so wonderful that you have such a special friendship that carries you through life ... and so sweet that your children can know that bond and create their own. Lovely post Tara.
Posted by: Jen - ARTfulDreamer | October 16, 2007 at 02:43 PM
I always love all your photos! Love the post about your dad.
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Posted by: kim in Camas - ScrapToMyLu | October 16, 2007 at 04:36 PM
Hi Tara,
just looking at your lovely blog. It is so enchanting to look through all your past entries. I have a heart for rich decor., as you. I just have not posted anything with decor. on my blog for quite a while.
"You seem like such an extreamly fun person to just hang out with...(my kind of happy person."
"Take care!!"
Jeannene
Posted by: Jeannene | October 16, 2007 at 06:47 PM
Hi to Tara's mom! What a lovely post to your wonderful daughter & her best friends!! The day looks like it was so much fun~There is nothing like pumpkin picking on a crisp fall day with the kids!!! Your post is making me think of my childhood BFF who I don't see enough. I'm off to call her!xoxotutts
Posted by: chris | October 16, 2007 at 07:13 PM
beautiful pictures!!
Posted by: katie | October 17, 2007 at 07:32 AM
You and your best friend are both beautiful, and lucky to share one another's friendship!!
My friend Leslie and I have been friends since we were 5 yrs.old. I cherish our friendship in a special way.
Happy Autumn!
Posted by: rochambeau | October 17, 2007 at 10:20 AM
That looks like a ton of fun! I think we are going to do that this weekend. Jen R
Posted by: Jen R | October 17, 2007 at 01:43 PM
Aren't friends awesome? Looks like tons of fun and those mini white pumpkins are adorable! ~A :-)
Posted by: Angela (Cottage Magpie) | October 17, 2007 at 05:26 PM
Love the photos. how fun to have friends who really, really knew you since when!
Posted by: meredith | October 17, 2007 at 06:57 PM
THIS IS SO PRECIOUS! I am still close to childhood buddies, but none are considered my best friend. What a blessing to have your bosom buddy still at your side. The photo of the girls is very sweet!
KJ
California
Posted by: KJ | October 23, 2007 at 03:32 PM