Yes, it's another State Fair post

After two days off, we headed back to the fair today, this time with Tony. It was an absolutely gorgeous afternoon, cool and sunny. Perfect pet-a-baby-lamb-chow-down-on-a-deep-fried-snickers-bar kind of weather.


Got these funky shades at the Education Building


Having a drink with Dada


No likey the chickens


This was right outside the poultry building


Sheep, on the other hand, are nice and quiet


Pants-free at the fair, what could be better?!


Millie likes heights about as much as Mom does


Let's see what coupons we have left

Does she look like a girl now?

Strangers often mistake Millie for a boy, so I decided to "do" her hair up like a real girl. Her mullet lent itself nicely to tiny pigtails. Just had to share.

Ok, so it's not perfect

My head feels funny

Another fun-filled day at the Fair

On Monday we had a loooooooong day at the Fair. In the morning we went with Alissa and Zach. We mostly played with trucks, Zach's favorite thing in the entire world next to Millie.

We went home for a morning nap, then went back with Saba. We saw dogs at the Pet Center, went through the Little Farm Hands activity center, and of course, got more food.

I want that one

A very tolerant dog

Hmmm, not sure about the apron

I guess I do look pretty cute in this thing

Zach asking nicely for his turn on the mini John Deer

Discussing the hardships of farming life

It's impossible to get two 15 month olds to pose, but good job Saba

Picking an "apo" from a tree

Saba let me have his chocolate covered frozen banana

I had sooooooooo much fun!

State Fair

It’s that time of the year again. The smell of deep fried candy bars, hot buttered sweet corn, and fresh cow manure fills the air (not necessarily in that order). Droves of fair-goers circle the streets of my neighborhood for hours looking for a parking spot while their children spiral into a psychotic meltdown in the back of the minivan. Yep, it’s the Great Minnesota Get-Together!

We love the fair. It’s been going on for three days and Millie and I have already gone twice. My good friend Anna was in town from NY and together we all went to see her boyfriend Kevin’s A Cappella group perform. Whoot whoot!

Millie had so much fun Thursday she was buzzing with joy. She kept wrapping her arms around my neck and kissing me over and over as if to say: "Thanks for bringing me to this magical place Mom!" By Friday she was a little less excited about being trapped in her stroller. Can't blame her.

On Friday Millie and I joined Tony's family in the morning in the cattle barn (fun) and then we all went to see Kevin perform again. Here are some shots from the day:

Click HERE for video of Millie rockin' out


Modeling appropriate Fair-wear

With cousin Julia at the cattle barn

What is that?!

Keep me safe Grandpa

Whatever you do, don't make direct eye contact with the cow

Uh oh




I like the cows, but I'm a little afraid of them too. It's a love-hate relationship.

Ok, that's enough cows for one day Grandpa

With Grandma and Grandpa

With Uncle Ron

Once Millie recovered from her PTHS (Post Traumatic Heiffer Syndrom), she was able to relax with Grandpa while taking in the soothing sounds of Marcoux Corner. Note the outfit change. I don't recommend Target brand diapers.



Nap time

In the evening, we went to Coco's Mom's birthday party. Happy 30th Angie!

Kayt (better known as Soren's Mom), birthday girl Angie, and me.

Side note: I look so fat in that photo it makes me want to cry. It does not, however, make me consider eating less at the fair Monday.

Our gorgeous crew

That was a long day!

And an even longer blog post. Good night to all.

Play Date

Last week, Millie's friend Eve had a playdate at her house (with her mom's permission, of course). The kids all love getting together and playing with someone else's toys, even if they are the exact same toys they have at home. And us moms, well, we are grateful for any excuse to get out of the house. Sarah's house and yard are great for playdates, plus she makes killer fresh strawberry pie. Same time next week Sarah?

Kids everywhere!

Awww

Millie and Coco (Johanna) getting into trouble

The gracious hosts

Millie gets a loving headbutt from her boyfriend Soren

Millie finishing off someone else's snacks

Saba and Safta

Once or twice a week, we spend the day with my parents. They go by Saba and Safta(Grandfather and Grandmother in Hewbrew). Or at least they will, once she starts saying it. My dad tries hard, but so far she only calls the cat by any a specific name: tee-tee.

Our days with Saba and Safta are the best days of our week. It gives me a much needed break, Millie loves every second she spends with them, and they are over the moon for her. It's a win-win.

Reading with Safta

Playing with the fly swatter

Watering Safta's flowers

Millie LOVES the turtle sandbox, especially the dumping sand onto the deck part

Saba's turn to read

Ooooooh! I think I hear a tee tee!

Let the chase begin

Got him (with a little nudge from Saba)