North Georgia State Fair

For the first time since the kids were born, we went to the fair, the North Georgia State Fair in Marietta, to be exact.  Of course, we've resisted for years, but our sense of unfulfilled aspirations of hanging with the 'carnies' was not getting any closer to realization.  It was much bigger than we had imagined.  The rain subsided and Sunday turned into a gorgeous fall day.  More sunscreen was needed than was applied. 

We watched the elephant show, which was cute, but all I could think was "dance, monkey, dance".  Replace elephant for the word monkey and you have it.  Maybe I have a little of Olivia in me, but it was as though I could read this animals mind.  "Why am I performing dance shows and slamming basketball hoops and where am I?"  Eh, the kids seemed entertained, so I maybe I should just let it go..... he he.

Walking through the barn, O & Z were able to see the hens (and eggs), roosters, dairy cows and the like up close and personal.  Educational none the less for these city dwellers.  In the petting zoo, one of the goats was so pushy, he snatched the paper cup with food out of Zach's hand.  And he ate it all.  That's what goats do best.  Alongside was a zebra, kangaroos, a baby camel and turtles. 
On to the rides, dear children.  Dave was trying to talk Olivia into the ferris wheel, but she quickly put an end to that discussion.  We rode a ferris wheel last year in Daytona, but this one was a bit scarier.  They were happy riding the children's rides - boats, dragons, merry-go-round.  Don't forget the ice cream.  It made the carnies more enjoyable.  Happy Fair Days to you.  Autumn is here.