Wow, what a great morning. The sun is shining, the air is a little crisp (too crisp for August, I say! I want it HOT and HUMID! Fall comes soon enough!), the dog got to ride in the van with Daddy, and I'm going to take the family to the GDS Fair on Thursday night!
Jennifer Fivelsdal's blog about the Duchess County Fair made my mouth start watering for funnel cakes, sausage and pepper sandwiches, and cotton candy.
My kids love the rides...the rides make me ill, even to look at them.
Keep the ferris wheel, I want to see the LIVESTOCK.
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The fair has been a tradition in the Newfoundland area for 90 years. Like most county fairs, its original intent was to promote the agrarian lifestyle and provide education, inspiration and fun. It has evolved to one of the main events of the year, one which the entire community looks forward to, including the Rice family.
This year, I am proud to volunteer at the Special Olympics booth, selling raffle tickets to raise money for this
wonderful program. Neighbor, fellow REALTOR, and prominent businessman Joseph Paladino called me this morning and asked if I would be willing to help out with this fund raising event. Joe has been working with the Special Olympics for years - his son Matthew has been his inspiration and driving force.
The Special Olympics is a program for special needs kids and adults of all shapes and sizes and ability, designed to "develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in the sharing of joy, gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes, and the community." The motto on the home page for Special Olympics PA says "Let me WIN but if I cannot win let me be brave in the attempt!" What a wonderful opportunity for the community to support this program!
Special needs children have always had a place in my heart - for years my mother and father were transportation contractors in the Wallenpaupack School District - most of the students they transported to and from school were special needs. I drove students as well for almost two years and I'll tell you - there is nothing more rewarding then to see them smile at you in the morning or at the end of the day, calling to you by name because they're so happy to see you. I particularly miss one girl I drove by name of Lori (but she called herself La La, and I was Kare-Kare.) Good memories. I'm proud to have another opportunity to touch my life with theirs once again.
Come see me at the GREENE DREHER STERLING FAIR, buy some raffle tickets, and save me some cotton candy!
Hey, the FAIR has a BLOG! Way Cool!
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