State Fair

We had the opportunity to go to the State Fair this past Saturday. It was a lot of fun. We spent all day there and Big Guy really enjoyed seeing the animals and LOVED the petting zoo. He hugged every animal that he could, and sometimes ended up body slamming the poor things. One billy goat didn't want to be hugged, and started running away. Big guy held on tight and was dragged a few feet. Didn't even faze him. He's a real animal lover. Everyone in the petting zoo thought that he was so adorable to love all the animals so much - I just kept thinking that he needed a serious bath when he got home. Daddy took a great picture with his phone - I'll try to get it uploaded on this site soon.

Big guy also got to ride a few kiddie rides. He looks so serious when he's on the rides, but when they're over, he asks for "mo" (more). He even rode a little roller coaster and wasn't scared at all. Maybe that should worry us - he might end up being a little dare-devil! :)

We took Daddy's mom and cousin with us. They really enjoy going to the fair and it was nice to have company. Daddy's mom took a nasty spill hitting her head while we were there, so it was a scary moment, but she's ok. Fortunately the fire department was nearby and helped her get up.

We pulled out our garden this past week, except for the tomatoes. It was pretty much done giving vegetables, and it had served us well. It gave bags and bags full of cucumbers, zucchini and yellow squash. The cantalope never made it. Just when they would start looking ripe, they'd split open. It was really disappointing. Next year we'll stick with veggies - no fruit!

We're off to Dallas this weekend to visit friends. It will be Big Guy's longest airplane ride yet, so we're hoping it goes off without a hitch.

Hope everyone is well and happy - we'll write more after our trip.