Episode 14 : Pumpkin Spice, Serendipity, and a Side of Brewery Math

Send us Fan MailWelcome back, friends! In this episode, Jen and Rachel take you on a whirlwind tour of their fall weekend adventures, packed with local flavor, unexpected encounters, and enough pumpkin spice to make even Taylor Swift jealous.🍂 What’s Inside This Episode:Friday Night Feels:The gals kick things off with dinner at The Depot (chef salad = chef’s kiss), followed by a “quick” beer at Leprechaun’s Lab that turned into a full-on close-the-place-down kind of night. (Pro tip: If you’re going to Leprechaun’s Lab for “just one,” bring a sleeping bag.)Nailed It—Literally:Jen’s Saturday started with a nail emergency (RIP to the last set), but it turned into a “Life of a Showgirl” mani inspired by Taylor Swift’s new album. Shoutout to Kayla for clocking the reference before anyone else—Swifties, unite!Pumpkin Patch Palooza:Saturday’s main event: a trip to Walter’s Pumpkin Patch in Burns, KS.Early birds get the best pumpkins (and avoid the crowds).Top activities: train rides (caboose squad!), petting the world’s friendliest goat, and sampling the legendary pumpkin spice mule in the adult beverage garden.Local cider and beer galore—special shoutouts to White Crow, Cider Boys, and Angry Orchard for keeping the fall vibes flowing.The staff and owners at Walter’s? Absolute gems. Thanks for making everyone feel like family!Slide Into Nostalgia:Rachel relives her childhood on the tunnel slides, and the duo discovers the expanded playground, complete with tractor tire swings and spooky skeletons. (Warning: Going down the fast slide may reactivate your inner child and cause spontaneous cartwheels.)Sunday Funday:Open Streets in Delano, brunch at Livingston’s (we love you, Livingston’s!), and a little retail therapy at The Workroom.Art shoutout: Lori Moody’s home art show—thanks for the beautiful print and for teaching Rachel how to oil paint!Chiefs game at The Belmont—victory tastes even sweeter with local brews.Bonus Adventure:On the way back from the pumpkin patch, the crew pops into Walnut River Brewing in El Dorado for “just a beer.” Spoiler: They stay for three hours, make new friends (hi, Ben Wheeler!), and leave with a six-pack each.Pro tip: If you’re at Walnut River, try the BBQ chicken pizza and the queso (with a green chili kick!).The serendipity is real—sometimes the best memories are the ones you don’t plan.🏆 Local Shoutouts:The Depot (for dinner that hits the spot)Leprechaun’s Lab (where “just one beer” is a myth)Walter’s Pumpkin Patch (the ultimate fall destination—go for the pumpkins, stay for the goat)White Crow, Cider Boys, Angry Orchard (cider squad)Walnut River Brewing (BBQ pizza, friendly staff, and surprise six-packs)Livingston’s (brunch goals)The Workroom (for all your local shopping needs)Lori Moody Art (support your local artists!)The Belmont (where Chiefs wins are celebrated in style)Harvester Arts (upcoming sponsor—thank you!)🎉 Coming Soon:Episode 16 will feature Jenna from Her Edit Candles—get ready to romanticize your cozy spaces!Special thanks to Harvester Arts for sponsoring the upcoming episode. Support the show