see you soon.

Well, the State Fair has come and gone, and I'm back in LA. Specifically LA Superior Court, as I have jury duty today. haven't been called yet, so I have some time on my hands, and I thought I would give you one final taste of last week's Midwestern Magic.

If they can find a way to put on a stick, they will.

Anyone who knows me knows my favorite place to eat at the Fair is Giggles Campfire Grill. All kinds of walleye delights and even a boatload of sunnies this year.

Another top spot if the Arts & Crafts building, where there are all kinds of prizewinning jams & jellies, baked goods, clothing, and my favorite--the quilts.



Behold. The Pina Colada from Manny's Tortas. Not on a stick. Refreshing and delicious.


Lambs in love at the Sheep Barn.

Another favorite stop--Heritage Square. We caught the tail end (pun!) of the "Doggies of the Wild West" show. It was ridiculous. But there was a nice little book stand, plus ginger beer and sarsaparilla.

And here was something new this year: the Giant Sing-a-Long. Yes, it looks a little cheesy, but everything does at the Fair. However, watching a field of people belting out "Benny and the Jets" and even the execrable "American Pie," was kind of cool, especially when we were soaring above it all in the Sky Ride.

And that's the image I will leave you with...until next year.