The county fair spanned the course of this past week and I made several observations during my two visits. So, in the spirit of sharing … here’s the top ten.
- Mama Bear almost came out on one of the carnival game operators who clearly was cheating my kid out of a ‘medium’ or ‘large’ prize. It’s amazing how quickly our defense mechanism can be triggered
- I now know the secret to getting hosed on the dart throwing game. Connor, on the other hand, was spared the news and somehow walked away with a stuffed hippo … with a tuft of icky hair on top
- Bunnies with red eyes look evil. I don’t care what anyone says
- The fun house lures children in a way I will never understand. Without a doubt, that lure cannot be attributed to the man collecting tickets. Had any of the small children been paying any attention to their surroundings, I doubt the entry rate would be as high. Just sayin’
- There really is such a thing as a powdered sugar storm (see photo evidence below)
- Fairs are the opportunity for everyone who smokes to openly protest the fact that restaurants and bars no longer allow it. My eyes.were.on.fire
- The derby race is one of the coolest events I’ve ever seen. You need to check it out if you’ve never been
- The cheese in the fried onion ring and polish kielbasa concession sits for just a bit too long … congealed cheese on those onion rings, anyone?
- Pigs will fall asleep with their heads in their pen mate’s butt and appear to be completely comfortable at the same time
- There is a miniature zoo hiding out just past the last aisle of fair attractions. We’re talking a baby camel, zebra and wallabies for crying out loud (among others)! Considering that last aisle is where they sell temporary tattoos and long-eared hats, I wonder how many fair-goers had no idea such a cool spot was just north of the leather belt assortment
powdered sugar storm
why i go to the fair
