If you’ve read this blog for a nano second, you know I have a ‘thing’ for pumpkins. I was trying to grow quantity over quality, because in truth, there really is no bad pumpkin. I planted ‘Jack-o-lantern’ size and small. I thought small would be smaller, but of course, they are perfect, after all they are pumpkins.
These 50 grew in the garden safe from chickens. Another 5 or 6 grew into the dog yard, where they have been slightly gnawed on. 
Another 10 grew out of the garden behind the fence and were rescued to put around the house. The best part of pumpkin growing is pumpkin sharing. 
THE Grandson and I Face-timed often for him to see the progress of THE pumpkins. Oh, be still my heart! He was excited with each call. THE Grandson determined that his family would need 4 pumpkins, so I took them 10. It is simple math. More pumpkins equal more fun! I will happily drive pumpkins to Spokane for as long as THE Grandkids want them.
I love pumpkin decorating, but pumpkin giving (my favorite non-official gift giving season) is the best.
I believe we’ve shared about 30 pumpkins so far. There have been many sweet people picking up pumpkins this season. Sharing them with family and friends is the whole point.
Our Friend The Farmer’s Firefighter Grandson liked the small ones best, as our puppy Gunner looks on. How fun for me, that I get to share in all of this cuteness.
Trust me, in this season of growing and sharing, I am very blessed.
This years’ crop is awesome! I remember our lovely adventure tracking down pumpkin seeds for your first crop. Happy Halloween!
I remember that as well, you came when I was so lonely in our new home. Now, my pumpkins are just part of my lovely life. Happy Halloween dear friend!
Your pumpkins are glorious! I bet everyone you share them with has a big smile on their face!
Happy Halloween!
Big pumpkin smiles! Happy Halloween!