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James Freeman's avatar

It is all true and a little sad. I have almost 40 years on you and yes true and occasionally sad but obviously not always. My wife Katie and I have decided that our life is an adventure. That means happy times, sad times, scary times and amazingly fun times as occurs in a true adventure. The newest part is occurring in 3 weeks when our first puppy arrives and another chapter opens. Happy adventures all!🙏

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Pat Taylor's avatar

County fairs conjure up a constant flow of childhood memories that you have captured with an insightful mix of the then and now. Thanks for the ride.

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Joy Nicholas's avatar

Beautiful! I just love your writing!!

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Sarah Bahiraei's avatar

Such nostalgia reading this. Really loved the comparison of attending the fair at different stages of life and the different feelings each one brings up.

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Megan H.'s avatar

This is so lovely. I enjoyed the memories and feelings stirred up from reading. thank you for this short treat.

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Nancy Allen's avatar

I had not thought about attending the fair as a teenager as being on display, but what an accurate description it is! Thank you for the fond memories.

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Kim K Gray's avatar

This brings me back to my days at the Champlain Valley Fair. ❤️

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Ashley C. Shannon's avatar

Sigh. Love these descriptors. I am that mom. ❤

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