We went to the state fair this past Monday. It's our annual tradition and one we really look forward to. Every year the kids are enjoying it more and more. We arrived around 2 p.m. and stayed until 9:30. Here's what we like to do:
- Take the bus (free)
- Ride the "Giant Slide" and take our annual picture of Brooklyn.
- Visit the "Miracle of Birth" Barn (self explanatory, although, this year Brooklyn was fascinated at a cow delivering the after birth! I know, try not to dry heave too long.)
- Visit the Horse, Cow, Swine & Sheep Barns.
- Ride some of the "Kid Way" rides
- Visit our favorite radio and TV stations sites. We tried to get on WCCO 5 p.m news, but didn't get there early enough for a good seat.
- The butterfly exhibit
- The grandstands shops
- Of course our favorite food stops. Pronto Pups, French Fries, Sweet Martha's cookies, Cheese curds, Snow cones, Lemonade, Root Beer, and Turkey leg on a stick. YUM!
Some new things this year
- This year we went to the Republican booth and purchased a button for John McCain. We were glad to contribute to his success, A whopping .50 cents! We may even get a bumper sticker at a later time.
- We also got to see my Mother's very first quilt she entered into the fair this year. No prize, but it is adorable and on display!
- We saw a lumberjack show. I'm a new fan of that sport. Also, are there any Real World Boston fans out there? I met Shaun! Yup, that's him, holding Gavin!
- Brooklyn tried a new ride as well. She was flying. I have a cute video of her too, but it's too big. Maybe I'll post it some other time.
- Gavin loved the tractors. In one of the pictures, he was even able to find a "Brooklyn" and try to scoop her up!
We had a great visit, and got to see some of our friends as well. The Thompson's, The Sessions', and The Johnson's. It was great to see you all.
Brooklyn w/ the Quilt Brooklyn & G.
Brooklyn with The MN State Fair Mascot "Fairchild"
Our Traditional Annual Picture of Brooklyn
Gavin scooping up Brooklyn
Shaun from Real World Boston (The one holding Gavin)
At the Kids Way - Flying
Holding a Butterfly!
1 comment:
Dang, we were in the building with all the quilts and I didn't notice that one was your mom's. Maybe that's cause Ryan couldn't get out of that building fast enough! She did a great job; those colors are so similar to the ones in your house...I think it would make a nice Christmas present for you, Mia!
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