This may not mean much to some but today the County Fair opens in our little town and what excitement it brings ! It isn't just any County Fair - it has won numerous awards for Best County Fair in the state and continues to attract hundreds each night as hardworking people display their accomplishments.
There is a huge tent of prize livestock, including pigs, cattle, roosters, game hens, rabbits and rare breed chickens. Then there is the tent which displays other talents such as quiltmaking, knitting, crocheting, flower arranging, baking, sewing and canning. It is still a significant feat in our county to win a blue ribbon at the Fair.
Almost every club and organization in tha county has a display and the retail businesses (especially farm oriented businesses) bring their state-of-the-art tractors, hay bailers, combines, and trucks for all to view.
Last but not least, there is the carnival which provides gut-slinging rides for the strong and side shows and arcade games for those with weak stomachs. The smell of funnel cakes, popcorn, hotdogs and candy apples permeates the air.
I have an idea that the County Fair may be one of those things that will not survive another generation but I'm glad I have lived in an era where it is still a vibrant event which we all look forward to each fall ! " Start up the cotton candy machine, guys, I'll be there in a little while."
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