Family Story: We Went To A Fair!

This time of year, there are several fairs in our area. We try to go to at least one, as Joe and I really look forward to the food and Quinn really enjoys seeing the animals.

 

We didn't actually purchase Cotton Candy, but Quinn's so sweet, the photo op was too goo to pass up!

We went withour family of 4 as well as Joe's mom and her longtime boyfriend. The 6 of us had a great time sampling all the food the fair had to offer as well as seeing the farm animals and checking out the little shops.

The sign reads: "Taste of Jasmine!" Joe's huge head is blocking it.

Joe decided to be adventurous and try a little Asian food place. He ordered two egg rolls, which he says were good, but mostly dough. They were only $1.00 a piece, so we didn't feel swindled.

Drinking syrupy Rootbeer!

The first time we ever went to a fair together, we got one of those cups that cost $6.00 but as long as you have it, you get $1 refills. We have not forgotten to bring the cup back, ever! In fact, it was probably one of our more worth while purchases since we met!!

Nom, nom, nom, Mitchell!!

In the interest of trying to eat some actual food, instead of only snack stuff while we were there, we ordered a sausage sub. I ate about half of it before I handed it off to Joe. He then made the mistake of trying to give some to Mitchell, who, in turn, ate the other half leaving Joe with an empty stomach. Joe, at least, wasn't too bummed since he got to order some delicious chicken tenders!

The sun went down, temps dropped, and the ice cream really cooled Quinn off!!

From the moment we arrived, Quinn begged to have ice cream. She must've seen a sign for it at some point. I tried to put it off as long as possible, hoping she'd partake of actual food (which she did, a little), but finally had to give in. Since it was closing in on 9pm, on a cool fall evening, it cooled her off too much for her to really enjoy it. I probably should've let her have it earlier, when it wasn't so chilly.

That little cow looks thrilled to make it into our scrap book!

We took a small break from eating to check out some livestock. Quinn was very impressed with the baby cows she saw, especially this cutie!

Could she be any happier to pose in a stinky barn?

If she grows up to be a veterinarian, I won't be one bit surprised. She had a blast talking to all the animals, saying hello and waving goodbye.

Little Mitchell was having a great time in his hand-me-down pink stroller!!

This poor kid, who really hates being cooped up, was a trooper being stuck in that stroller for a few hours.

Oops, spoke too soon!!

Ok, ok, he was good overall, but he did have a meltdown or two. It's to be expected.

Yumm!!! Fried Oreos all for me!!!

The whole time we were there, we were on the look out for a place that sold fried Oreos. I got them the year before and absolutely fell in love with them!! I promised myself that I would not make the same mistake I did last year and share them with our group. This year, I got my own order, everyone else shared a second order.

It was the highlight of my night, for sure..
The highlight for Mitch: Getting to run around the fair grounds for a bit to expend some energy.
The highlight for Quinn: Getting a couple of light up rings from the lady that sold me a bracelet.
The highlight for Joe: Not sure. If I had to wager a guess, I'd say, getting to spend the evening with his family and having good weather at a fair, for once. Usually it rains when we're there!