Move over, John Deere

Erin drove solo for the first time this weekend; she took Grandpa's riding mower for a few slow spins around the driveway by herself and did a great job. Only five more years 'til you get your license, Kid!

Lauren couldn't reach the pedals alone, so she had help—but make no mistake, she was extremely focused on the task at hand.

I'm pleased to report that everybody (and everything!) survived the test drives. Dan and I will have to pull these pictures out some summer day a few years from now when the grass is long ... "Sure you can mow the lawn, Erin. You used to think it was fun, remember?!"