Tate and I went a couple years ago, but didn't really think anything of it. We had fun and checked out some things...but we really didn't get what the excitement was. This year we decided we should go with some veteran state fair goers and experience it their way. Our good friends, Mike and Natalie both grew up in the Twin Cities area, so they have been going to the state fair for many years. Mike was so excited...it was all he could talk about since the beginning of August. So off we went on labor day weekend, to spend an afternoon at the fair.
Natalie and I enjoying the fair
We decided to be like little kids and go on some rides.
Some things that we learned were (from Nat & Mike and from our own experience):
- Eat whatever you want. Don't worry about calorie intake, grease or fat content...just eat it.
- To be able to try many different things...share food.
- Get ready to spend a boat load of money. To park, get in, rides and food (+ beer_...you will spend a good $100.
- Go with friends. It makes the experience more enjoyable...especially friends that know where to go and what to do.
- Don't go into the birthing center before you eat...because you will no longer have an appetite after seeing what goes on in there.
I finally got to try 'Swe.et Mar.tha' cookies....soooo yummy!!!!
We spent a lot of time @ the Leinie Lodge. We all love our Leinie beer :) We met Jake Leinenkugel, who currently runs the business and brewery. It was really cool to talk with him and have a beer with him.
We had a really great time and will probably go again. I am not sure if we will go every year...but I definitely think it something to experience. If anything...it's great people watching :)
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