It’s that time of year again. That’s right, time for the fair. County and state fairs used to be THE anticipated event. However, as more people moved to urban areas, the popularity of fairs has declined.

What those city dwellers don’t realize is fairs are a lot of fun. Not only are there rides and silly games to waste your money on, but way in the back there, where you folks rarely venture, there are animals. Lots of animals.

There really are few things as joy inspiring as seeing a smile on the face of a child petting a goat…or a sheep or even a cow. For some kids, it’s a one time experience that will be remembered for a lifetime. For others, it may inspire a love for animals that can carry on into adulthood and lead to a fulfilling rural life. Ask questions; the people who show their animals love to talk about them.

So take yourself and your kids to the fair. Eat a corn dog, do the ring toss, have a great time doing what families have done for generations. And pet the goats.

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