Our county fair is this week. I am not sure who planned to have a county fair in Tennessee during the first week of August, but that's when ours is every year. Thankfully, we had a break from the heat and humidity yesterday, so the Baseballs and Bows crew headed to the fairgrounds. As an added bonus, Papa was passing through town, so he went with us.

Like most kids, my children were most excited about the rides. Here are a few of the things we enjoyed on the midway. For the record, I rode the Pirate and the Tilt-A-Whirl with my kids so they could ride. This is evidence that I am willing to lay down my life for my children. There are no pictures of this because you really don't want to see me (a person who suffers from extreme motion sickness) after experiencing those rides. I kept my eyes closed throughout both rides, and I was still nauseous for about 2 hours. Can't they make fair rides that don't make people sick?

This was our first ride. I think these are fish. Whatever they are, my Best Girl enjoyed them, but they moved a little too slowly for my Favorite Boy's taste.

They both loved the Rockin' Tug and the ride that was like the teacups.


My Best Girl had been looking forward to the Ferris Wheel all week (they put it right next to the interstate for all to see). Unfortunately, she wasn't tall enough to ride. She handled the disappointment well, however, and we waved to my Favorite Boy and Papa as they waited to go.

Another favorite ride for both of the kids was the kiddie coaster. You can see the joy on their faces.


My Favorite Boy also enjoyed a ride called Fly.

After several hours of spinning rides, it was time to head for home. My Best Girl hitched a ride to the car.

We had a great time on (most of) the rides. Come back later for part two of our fun evening at the fair!