For Family Home Evening the Kingsleys took us to a farm in the woods that charters sleigh rides. The weather was too warm for sleighs, so we rode in a hay wagon. We all snuggled into the warm hay and layed quilts on our laps. The horses were decked out with jingle bell harnesses, so the music from the bells filled the air with each step. It was so enjoyable to ride through the quiet woods and laugh together. The children really loved the dalmatian that accompanied our ride. The ride lasted an hour and wove through the property past several Christmas light displays and decorations. It was so breathtaking. Midway through the ride we stopped at a blazing bonfire to roast marshmallows. This was really fun. Daniel loved spearing the marshmallows onto his stick, but the dog would steal it from him each time before Dan could eat it. He ended up just carrying the same marshmallow on hissick for a long time. I helped him roast a few and eat them. Sarah and Matthew were pros by the end. Daniel was heartbroken to leave his stick behind when it was time to board the sleigh again. He thought we'd get to keep our sticks and was so sad to see it stay.
At the end of the ride we played games and enjoyed treats in a large game room. We enjoyed checkers and a really fun round of The Adverb Game. It was hilarious! I always really enjoy playing this with the Kingsleys. It was over much too soon. What a singular night.
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