Last week, like a lot of the UK we had some unseasonably good weather, sunny and warm for autumn. As we didn’t have anything planned on Wednesday O thought it would be nice to take spades and balls down to the local sports field. Fortunately the High School weren’t using it, it’s across the dual carriageway from the school (they have a smaller field beside the school) and they don’t seem to use it too often.
This particular sports field has a long jump complete with sand ‘pit’, hence the spades. As soon as we arrived the boys started digging in the sand, I’m assuming it’s not used apart from Sport’s Day in the summer as it’s usually quite bumpy from various dogs and people digging in it.
After a little digging O was hungry so we sat on the gravel of the long jump and had our snacks. I forgot how peaceful it could be there, watching aeroplanes fly over, listening to the birds, only a runner ran around the field a couple of times and then we were all alone. A nice spot for a picnic.
We had fun trying to score goals, O isn’t as interested, but does like to try. A on the other hand is quite good at dribbling a ball and spent quite a bit of time kicking it around the goal and then tripping up on the goal netting trying to rescue his ball.
After a while we noticed a nearby apple tree , so we headed out the field and down a little farm track to see if we could find any on the ground. Not for eating, but for throwing in the puddles. This used to be one of O’s favourite games when he was a toddler, he appears to have grown out it now, but A really enjoyed splashing them into the puddles.
Of course I had a very wet toddler by the end of this and had to strip of his wellies and socks before I was willing to put him in the carrier to walk home again.
We were only out for a couple of hours, but it was the highlight to my week, I love the simple pleasures of a little time with my boys, doing nothing in particular, but enjoying each others company.
J x
Melody says
I love how simple activities turns out to be the highlight and amazing. You can never beat a good puddle splish splosh. My daughter loves it too- proper Peppa Pig girl she is. lol
Sarah Doyle - let them be small says
awww, how lovely – days like this are the best I think. Just taking time out to explore something in your own time with no focus or rush. xx
#whatevertheweather
Alice Langley says
Can’t beat late summer sunshine. Great photos. #WhateverTheWeather
Sarah says
I’ve been loving the weather too, although not so great this week. Nothing quite like fresh air and the satisfaction of splashing in a puddle. #WhateverTheWeather PS – I watched Nausicaa – loved it! x
Mackenzie Glanville says
it is the sweetest just watching our children bond and enjoy outdoor time together. Loved all your photos #Whatevertheweather
Baby Isabella says
Awwww he’s really getting into that puddle!! What a great adventure you’ve been on! We must agree the weather was beautiful last week! #whatevertheweather
theloveofacaptain says
I love how your boys love to get their hands dirty! Great post as always xx #whatevertheweather
Stephanie says
Nothing beats the simple things in life, and I find sometimes these are the things the kids really enjoy the most too!! We love puddle jumping here too and at least that’s one good thing about it when it’s a horrible rainy day. Looks like you had lots of fun!! #whatevertheweather
Elizabeth says
Looks like such a fun way to enjoy the nice weather! We also had great weather last week in the Netherlands and we tried to be outside as much as possible! #WhateverTheWeather
Lisa Ruggles says
Puddle jumping and leave crunching is our promised trip out on Friday! The most simple things provide the best fun!
Rob Taylor says
Wow, this looks like my life, but in a different park. I miss when I was as puddle-resilient as my son. Your kids sound wonderful and they’d have a blast with mine. If you’re ever in the States… 🙂
Sarah says
What great puddles. My kids still love getting in any water they come across and they are 7 and 10! It is the simplest things that bring us pleasure!
Thanks for having us on #WhatevertheWeather
Ting at My Travel Monkey says
I couldn’t agree more, it’s the simple pleasures, just enjoying a good walk, the sunshine and muddy puddles. We’re exactly the same 🙂 Thanks for hosting xx
@rockingmother says
Great photos! A perfect day out.
Elizabeth (Wander Mum) says
My goodness! That looks like a very big muddy puddle! Lots of fun though. I do find the simple things really do give you and the little ones the most pleasure. Thanks for hosting #whatevertheweather
katja - globetotting says
I love and miss those sunny autumnal days in the UK – what a wonderful day out!
Naomi says
Love the photo with the hands in the puddle! Only toddlers!
Erin @Yorkshiretots says
You’re right – just getting out for a bit of a run around can be the best to spend a day! Love that little hooded jacket too! #whatevertheweather
morna piper says
Aw that sounds lovely. I often think I should spend more time just enjoying the simple pleasures in life without so many planned activities and gadgets. I love your wee boys fleece too! #whatevertheweather.
Sabrina (The Mummy Stylist) says
We have been so lucky with this sunny weather, and you found a fun way to spend it! It must have been so nice having the field to yourselves, very relaxing! xx
Mummy here and there says
That looks like a perfect day to me and nothing beats muddy puddles X
Jenny Eaves says
I know, I love a muddy puddle too! 🙂 x
Jenny Eaves says
It was so relaxing and quiet, lovely to have such a large area to ourselves! 🙂 x
Jenny Eaves says
I know, sometimes we have no choice as we don’t have the car and I think we don’t go to enough events and then other times I decide we’re going to too many events and need simple pleasures instead! The fleece is cute isn’t it, was a gift from a friend for O’s first birthday, now handed down to A! 🙂 x
Jenny Eaves says
I love it too! It’s a hand-me-down of O’s, but still looks gorgeous! 🙂 x
Jenny Eaves says
Yeah, no point stopping him, let them play! 🙂 x
Jenny Eaves says
They are pretty fabulous, I think autumn may be my favourite season for that reason! 🙂 x
Jenny Eaves says
Ha ha! My boys certainly do find big puddles! 🙂 x
Jenny Eaves says
Thank you! 🙂 x
Jenny Eaves says
Definitely! You can’t beat a good puddle (well ok, maybe the sea can, but still!!) 🙂 x
Jenny Eaves says
Ha ha! I can’t see my boys being any different when they are that age either. A loves puddles especially! 🙂 x
Jenny Eaves says
Ha ha! Thank you, will let you know if we’re ever over that way, puddles are the best! 🙂
Jenny Eaves says
Hope you have lots of fun then, there should be lots of puddles and leaves waiting for you now! 🙂 x
Jenny Eaves says
It’s great to be out when the weather’s so n ice, enjoying the last bits of summer! 🙂 x
Jenny Eaves says
Yes, that’s one of my ways to get the boys out in the rain, ‘let’s go puddle jumping’! 🙂 x
Jenny Eaves says
Thank you! They definitely like to get dirty! 🙂 x
Jenny Eaves says
He loves puddle and any shallow water, not so keen when it gets deeper in swimming pools and the sea! A definite autumn chill in the air today though. 🙂 x
Jenny Eaves says
Thank you! I do love watching them play, it’s fascinating! 🙂 x
Jenny Eaves says
Yes, today is the first dry day of the week, at least there will be plenty of puddles! Glad you liked Nausicaa, it’s a definite favourite of mine, have you tried Laputa, Castle in the Sky too? 🙂 x
Jenny Eaves says
Thank you! 🙂 x
Jenny Eaves says
Thank you! This really was a fun day! 🙂 x
Jenny Eaves says
Ha ha! Splashing in puddles is definitely so much fun! 🙂 x
Mae @ OutdoorsMom says
We had a very wet spring and spent many hours playing in puddles. My kids never get bored. #whatevertheweather
Ruth says
This sounds like my perfect sort of day. Just lively x #whatevertheweather
Jenny Eaves says
Puddles are great! We will be having plenty of puddle fun this autumn! 🙂 x
Jenny Eaves says
Thanks! It’s nice to get out in the country and just play! 🙂 x
Mudpie Fridays says
Such a lovely adventure! What is it with boys and puddles? Monkey loves throwing apples in puddles! Sometimes I think we miss the simple things because of rushing out to the next thing/event. Lovely reminder thank you #whatevertheweather
Lauren says
Sounds lovely, my perfect sort of day. The simple things really are the best! #whatevertheweather
A Cornish Mum says
Sounds like a perfect way to spend a few hours to me 🙂 Very cute pictures 🙂
Stevie xx
Becky says
It’s really true that the best things in life are free, isn’t it! Looks like a lovely day. Becky xx #Whatevertheweather
Chloe says
Awww your pictures are so cute. They’re going to grow up so close! It’s so lovely that they have each other to play with.
The simplest days really are the best aren’t they.
Nothing beats a good country walk and a run around a field. It’s great that you can use the school field. You really don’t need much to have a great day out do you, just a few puddles and whatever you find around you. xx
Rosie @Eco-Gites of Lenault says
Oh I could not agree more – the simple things really are the best and I bet children remember these days for ever. My two older boys spent most of Sunday afternoon playing home-made ping pong. Kitchen table, seed boxes for a net, cardboard bats (or hands) and the only “proper” thing was the ball. Simple, almost no cost and great fun!
Su {Ethan & Evelyn} says
I love these moments when all they want to do is get messy! 🙂 x #whatevertheweather
Jenny Eaves says
I love it too, their happy faces are worth the soggy clothes! 🙂 x
Jenny Eaves says
I definitely agree, I hope we have lots of simple fun in the future too. The DIY ping pong sounds great! 🙂 x
Jenny Eaves says
I hope they do, but they spend slouch time fighting I always wonder! Running around is a great simply activity! 🙂 x
Jenny Eaves says
It definitely is! Thank you! 🙂 x
Jenny Eaves says
Thank you! I love the photos too! 🙂 x
Jenny Eaves says
Thank you, it was! 🙂 x
Jenny Eaves says
Us too, there are so many events and ‘things’ on that we need some simpler days too. 🙂 x