Strawberry Festival and Parade (2013)

This year was a great day for the Strawberry Festival mainly for the simple fact that the sun stayed out all day and not a drop of rain was seen.  We had been getting pretty wet weather lately, so it was a nice change to actually see the sun stick around for awhile for us to enjoy both the parade and the festival.  Here's a recap of the festivities we attended here in Strawberry Capitol of Oregon (Lebanon, Oregon).

  

  

After the parade we hit the Strawberry Fair......

  

Skylar met up with a classmate and his cousin at the ticket booth.  And the boys rode most of the rides together.  

Skylar then ran into our little neighbor girl and she wanted to ride with Skylar on the Bumper Cars.  She had a blast and so did Skylar.  I love the look on their faces as they went around and around the Bumper Car platform.

The one thing about the fair that I love is the booths set up with the carnival lights.  One of my all-time favorites.

It was a fun night for the three of us. 

The next day after the parade, I am always nursing a neck, arm, or face burn of some kind.  :(

Eco-Tip:  Always opt for organic fruits, berries, and vegetables over conventional.  Organic is grown or prepared without the use of chemicals that can leech into your foods.  For this and other tips on going green visit, The Earth and Me Go Green.

Spark of Loves this Week

This Timeline.  This Plant.

Because it's finally happening and coming down to the wire.  This tomato plant because I just love the little yellow blooms that will soon be tomatoes.

These Blueberries.  These Rulers.

These blueberries because they are yummy this time of year.  And these rulers because well, I have started a collection.

These Stepables.

Because they are fun!

These Kid.  This Burger.

This kid because he is the best.  And this burger because it's the best.

This Meal.

Because it was southern-made.

This Pictures.  These Snails.

This picture because it was funny.  And these snails because this time of year they are everywhere.

These Peppers.  This Paint.

Because soon they will be ready.  And this paint because I have finally crossed over to the turquoise paint craze.  

These Veggies.

Because they came from my garden.

This Tea.

Because it was good all the way down to the last drink.

This Moment.

Because he took his own pictures and had the developed all by himself.  :)

These Marigolds.  This Worm.

Because they were pretty.  And this worm because it's so cute sticking out the the flower pot.

This Lemonade.  This Quote.

Because it was think and delicious.  And this quote because I wholeheartedly agree.

This Nest.

Because it was the neatest thing to find and it part of my decor now.

This Granola.

Because I am addicted.

Eco-Tip:  When taking a picnic this season be sure and use reusable items such as silverware, cups, cloth napkins, and even plates.  Keeping a specific collection for your picnic basket will help cut down on paper waste, and save you money in the long run.  For this and other tips on going green visit, The Earth and Me Go Green.

The California Poppies in the Willamette Valley

California Poppies grow like crazy all around the Willamette Valley of Oregon.  I just love them and their bright yellow color is such a great pop across the green grassy fields.

Eco-Tip:  Now that the warmer weather has come, consider using your dyer less often and use a clothesline.  If you needs some ideas on ones to try, check out the ones listed below this tip.  For this and other tips on going green visit, The Earth and Me Go Green.