Yeee-haw! It was a great year at the fair this year, short and sweet. We only went once this year and part of that was b/c it was so hot! Yes, it does stop raining and gets above 85 degrees here in Vancouver contrary to what Jeff may say. We were glad to have Bethany, John and Max with us this year to enjoy this tradition. Here are some photos of the different things we did and saw and had a fun time.
This was the really cool reptiles and amphibians exhibit. There were more creepy crawly critters but I didn't want to gross anyone out (my mom) with all the photos. Calder & Phaelen thoroughly enjoyed it. I can tell that some of these creatures will be in the Johnson home someday, and I don't mind a bit.
Dock Dogs are so fun to watch, but even more fun to photograph! The only problem is that it makes me want a dog even more badly and Phaelen kept wanting to pet all of them and go swimming too.
What's a fair without some tractors? The boys (big ones included) always enjoy sitting and pretending with all of the John Deer tractors and vehicles they bring out every year.
Yeah pony rides! Although it cost $6 a kid, they were on there quite a while and had a super fun time. They were both sad when it was over and if we didn't have another fun thing to do after this, I'm sure they would have gone again.
Petting zoo's are always a great attraction at a fair for all ages. Jeff wants one of these llamas if not a few. Although the hair on that llama looks dingy and dirty, it was super soft! Phaelen loves animals and remembers to treat them respectfully, which is usually rewarded with access to petting and wet noses, which he giggles in delight from.
Yes this is a bunny costume contest. I couldn't believe how well behaved these fuzzy little bunnies were! It was hilarious so say the least.
The boys had a lot of fun and we hope that they will always enjoy this annual tradition wherever we may live. Oh, we also went to the Tuff Trucks competition, but I was too preoccupied to take photos. That is one red-neck event that I will never turn down!
