We couldn’t pass up a chance while in eastern Pennsylvania, for a quick visit to the Amish countryside. Even though it was a Sunday, we were still able to enjoy a lovely carriage ride surrounded by healthy-looking farms.
We chose Aaron and Jessica’s Buggy Rides on Old Philadelphia Pike in Bird-In-Hand. Seeing they’ve been in business since 1959, and were family-owned, made our decision easy. They own Plain & Fancy Farm, an original Amish farm, operated by Amish, Mennonite, and Brethren families. Another interesting fact: their ancestors came to America in 1626.
Because it was a Sunday, we had a non-Amish driver, and the shops and most tours were not available. The drive was about 20 minutes on quiet roads and was a perfect outing for my 5 and 7-year-old grandkids.
Our horses were two big boys – Diamond and Jake. And we got to sit right up front, next to the driver, with the kids on stools in front of us. Another family rode in the back.
The pastoral setting would’ve made a perfect painting.
And, can you guess what the kids loved best (and what was immediately reported to their friends later that day)? They had an up-front and personal show when the horses pooped, not once, but three times!
