The Great Minnesota Get-Together

The Minnesota State Fair is one of my most favorite summer traditions. Even so much that I often go more than once per year.

For my first trip, the four of us went with my parents. Ava definitely seems to share in the excitement and Liam is getting there too. And thank you to Mike for going along with it, even though it's not his favorite thing :) Some highlights ...

Fun you only find at the fair ... giant bubble machine, the Giant Sing-Along, and pretending to be a farmer!

Liam's favorite - the animals



Ava's favorite - getting a 'Fair Do' (with Liam watching intently!)

Family favorite - the Giant Slide ... the kids loved it, we just didn't get a great photo

Watching the parade

Rides, including the Sky Ride with Grandpa



A little nap


And, of course, food!


And after 9 hours of fair fun, it didn't take long for this once we got in the car ...