Scoby Hill

My Dad's family owns a cabin in Springville, NY on the Cattaraugus Creek. It has been the site of many a family and friend gathering over the last 20 years. In the past year or two, they have started doing monthly (or so) get togethers centering around a food theme. They have had chili, and salsa to name a couple. Everyone brings their version of the theme, and everyone samples it. This Saturday it was Burgerfest. It was the most beautiful day here, 87 degrees in Buffalo, in April?? Unheard of! We have not made it to one of these food fests, and wisely decided to go this weekend.

"The Cabin" as it is known in the family, is a really amazing place. My Grandparents (Gramma and Grampa Emerling) and my Grampa's siblings (and families) have put a lot into the place. The accommodations there while rustic in some senses, are perfect for everyone to get together. They have even built a shelter to seat everyone comfortably together. It was a beautiful day and wonderful time for all of us.

We brought Ellie's Barbie fishing pole with us. Normally, Ellie freaks out when she gets her hands dirty. She was elated to go fishing, but to be honest, I thought like a lot of things, that it would just be the idea of it. She had a riot! Warren did the casting and Ellie mostly played in the mud, but the pictures were too good to pass up. I couldn't believe she was interested in holding much less kissing the fish, and picking up worms? Could she be more like me?? Ellie really enjoys playing with her cousins (I don't know, 3rd, 4th or removed? I have to ask my Great Uncle John) their names are Julia and Alaina and they are just amazing with her! I don't honestly know if Ellie has ever been more dirty, but she had the time of her life.