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The reasons I love the Iowa State Fair are numerous. Going several times during the 11-day event is a must. Trying to do the fair in one day is not possible. I'd much rather do it in smaller chunks and really enjoy the various sights, sounds, and smells! And, there are smells to be sure.
Yesterday was opening day and the kids and I headed to Des Moines after a good nights' rest. Although asked numerous times during the day if we were there for the twin contest, the answer was "No, we didn't make it in time." All of you mothers will appreciate that I opted for sleep and the prospect of a good long day, rather than waking them up early and having them crash early.
Although we saw many things, and I will report on them, today's blog is going to highlight the sheep barn. Check out the architecture of this building! High on my list of "loves" is the structures that make up our state fairgrounds. New is mixed with old to accommodate the growing needs, but the old hasn't been demolished and is relished.
Could the detail of the rams at the top of the building being any more interesting?
This is just one mosaic picture along the entrance into the building.
Once inside your attention turns to the hundreds of youth preparing for their moment in front of the judge. Although a 10-year 4-H member myself, I never showed animals. Always wanted to though! Opening day morning we watched FFA youth showing sheep.
These young men and women are working hard in the ring to keep their animals looking good for when the judge passes by. And, although I know it's important to have a good animal, I think the lessons they are learning as a young adult are ones that will be important for a lifetime ahead of them. I so easily could side track about all of the life skills I learned during my 4-H career and how I know it has benefitted me over and over as an adult.
Our friend Phillip is #644, fifth from the left.
Here's Phillip waiting for the judge to make his way around.
Yesterday was opening day and the kids and I headed to Des Moines after a good nights' rest. Although asked numerous times during the day if we were there for the twin contest, the answer was "No, we didn't make it in time." All of you mothers will appreciate that I opted for sleep and the prospect of a good long day, rather than waking them up early and having them crash early.
Although we saw many things, and I will report on them, today's blog is going to highlight the sheep barn. Check out the architecture of this building! High on my list of "loves" is the structures that make up our state fairgrounds. New is mixed with old to accommodate the growing needs, but the old hasn't been demolished and is relished.
Could the detail of the rams at the top of the building being any more interesting?
This is just one mosaic picture along the entrance into the building.
Once inside your attention turns to the hundreds of youth preparing for their moment in front of the judge. Although a 10-year 4-H member myself, I never showed animals. Always wanted to though! Opening day morning we watched FFA youth showing sheep.
These young men and women are working hard in the ring to keep their animals looking good for when the judge passes by. And, although I know it's important to have a good animal, I think the lessons they are learning as a young adult are ones that will be important for a lifetime ahead of them. I so easily could side track about all of the life skills I learned during my 4-H career and how I know it has benefitted me over and over as an adult.
Our friend Phillip is #644, fifth from the left.
Here's Phillip waiting for the judge to make his way around.
Here-Here for 4-H and FFA!!! Both programs teach wonderful life skills.
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