How could it possibly be day 8? Time's fun when you're having flies. :-)
I was "spotted" several times today around the fairgrounds. The first time was with my friends Leland and Brenda. They had their son Matthew, and three extras: Malachi, Isaiah, and Xanna. It was more of a tackling than a spotting, Lol. I gave them a treat, and then we had a photo op. You can see the pics on my Facebook home page. I guess they've been on the hunt for me for days! We had a good time visiting. Now you kids can stop asking "Where's Rob?" :-) Later, I ran into Rhonda, who's been keeping up with the blog, and has also been keeping her eyes open for me. I gave her 3 girls some treats and we visited for a few minutes. I truly love running into my church kids. I also ran into a lot of my school and B & G club kiddos. I don't know all of their parents too well, so when the kids run up to me to give me a hug, I have to introduce myself to their very curious parents, and explain how I know their kids. That is usually followed by smiles and sometimes handshakes as I meet the parents. I saw many, many other familiar faces, but none of them "spotted" me or asked for a prize. Guess they don't read my blog, hmmm? :-)
If you are really into the rides and the history of the rides at the fair, you need to check out the Lair White House. This year's exhibit outlines the history of the different Midway groups that have come to the fair, and there are video clips of when the Royal American Shows brought the Midway by way of train. There are pictures and models of rides that haven't been on the Midway in many years. Personally, I found this exhibit fascinating. It is definitely one of my favorite exhibits there, and they didn't even give out free stuff! Imagine that!
Another thing I enjoy doing, which I hadn't had a chance to do until tonight, is look at all of the storage barns and RV's. I feel like I am one of the Tiny House Hunters, and imagine living in one of them. Being single, I'm sure it would be possible. I could live in a small space. In fact, when the time comes for me to relocate, I will be looking for a small place. Of course, the way the cost of living is in San Diego, a small space may be all I can afford!
I stopped by the Channel 12 booth and chatted for a few minutes with the one and only Merrill Teller! (Long-time Channel 12 weatherman). I jokingly gave him a hard time for interrupting the series finale of "Under The Dome" for a weather report. Then I thanked him and his crew. I will only watch Channel 12, as the other networks don't really cover Hutchinson news. In fact, Channel 12 was founded in Hutchinson. This is their home. I thanked him and the newscast for covering Hutch info. Merrill is a very friendly guy.
Some of you asked about my knee. It's holding up OK. If I have been sitting few a minutes immobile, it gives me some pain getting re-started. After a few minutes, it's OK. The brace is really helping. I'm almost at 21,000 steps today, and about 12,000 of them were at the fair.
I thank you for reading night after night. It is fun blogging for you and being your "fair guru." I've given directions, info, and etc. to many people who know to stop and ask me. In fact, as I was walking today, someone near me asked her friend where one of the exhibits was. Her friend didn't know, either. I couldn't resist. I piped right up and told her where it was. They smiled and thanked me. I love being at the fair, and am sad that there are only 2 days left. Those last 2 days will be the days I purchase my 2 favorites. Can't wait!
Thanks for reading, and God bless!!
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