We have spent some time at the county fair here in my hometown this week. Those of you who grew up in a small town could possibly understand, but for the majority of you, the county fair might seem like a foreign world. Think animals (cows, pigs, chickens, rabbits, sheep), carnival rides, covered shelters called "camps" where families gather each night to eat and "visit", and food sold by locals (the best ever - I've had real Mexican tacos, cilantro rice, a yummy Mexican rice drink, homemade ice cream, and a BBQ topped baked potato with cheese and peppers!). Tonight and last night the boys played a game where they would win tokens, and then trade those tokens in for prizes. What did they trade for? A pocket knife, some stink bombs, and some temporary tatoos. That along with all of the animals and dirt is a little boys dream world.
Showing posts with label Texas. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Texas. Show all posts
Friday, June 20, 2008
Pocket knives, Stinkbombs and Tatoos
We have spent some time at the county fair here in my hometown this week. Those of you who grew up in a small town could possibly understand, but for the majority of you, the county fair might seem like a foreign world. Think animals (cows, pigs, chickens, rabbits, sheep), carnival rides, covered shelters called "camps" where families gather each night to eat and "visit", and food sold by locals (the best ever - I've had real Mexican tacos, cilantro rice, a yummy Mexican rice drink, homemade ice cream, and a BBQ topped baked potato with cheese and peppers!). Tonight and last night the boys played a game where they would win tokens, and then trade those tokens in for prizes. What did they trade for? A pocket knife, some stink bombs, and some temporary tatoos. That along with all of the animals and dirt is a little boys dream world.
Wednesday, June 18, 2008
a Texas return
We're in TEXAS!! Our family flew in last Wednesday to spend some time back in the Promised Land with family and friends. Joey has already headed back to the big city, but the boys and I will be here until the 28th.
Do any of you want a cat? An odd question, I know. We have come across the most precious little cat this week. The boys can't bear the thought of leaving it without a good home. It looks to be 3 or 4 months old. I am fairly sure it is a boy. He is solid black and very sweet, easy going, and sociable. This cat has been carried around by both its head and its hind legs by Corban this week; it acts like a little rag doll. Send me an email or add a comment on the blog if you are in an adoptive mood! The boys will be ready to interview you next week (I'm not kidding - they are taking this very seriously).
Do any of you want a cat? An odd question, I know. We have come across the most precious little cat this week. The boys can't bear the thought of leaving it without a good home. It looks to be 3 or 4 months old. I am fairly sure it is a boy. He is solid black and very sweet, easy going, and sociable. This cat has been carried around by both its head and its hind legs by Corban this week; it acts like a little rag doll. Send me an email or add a comment on the blog if you are in an adoptive mood! The boys will be ready to interview you next week (I'm not kidding - they are taking this very seriously).
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