The priority on the list for Monday, (in addition to exercise), was to pick the remaining cherries left on the tree.  There were other things I could have possibly accomplished this day, but to make sure the cherry tree has been fully harvested would have to be tops on the list.  We made it a family affair and spent several hours gleaning all the remaining cherries – mostly the ones on top.  I hadn’t climbed any trees in a very long time and it reminded me of when I was very young.

Although the day was initially very hot, humid, and muggy, there was a really nice breeze right around our cherry tree. It made our time spent there enjoyable.  Rachel commented on how peaceful it was being here.  I wasn’t sure if she meant the entire ranch, or just this particular place at the time, but I am in agreement with her in either case.

I pitted cherries with Ruthie on the front porch for several hours.  The breeze felt so nice – it just seemed to be the perfect thing to do on a summer day with my young daughter.  I love slowing down and taking the time to do things such as this.

Last night: 4-H practice with the horses at the fair-grounds

On the agenda today:

Horse trainer comes today for a full morning.

Made spaghetti (in crock pot) already for today’s meal.  Meat balls were already in the freezer – since this is a busy day, I was greatly appreciative of this shortcut!  Food was “light” yesterday – I was too busy picking and pitting cherries.  I will probably let everyone serve themselves today.

This afternoon is especially full so I don’t think a whole lot of goals will be accomplished.