But I hope tomorrow's weather prediction is also true, because I've planned an exciting daytrip to the 26th Annual Vermont Sheep and Wool Festival in Tunbridge. Two shepherds on ravelry described this as a lovely fair, with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. I've never been, but this year I decided to try because it's also the Cashmere Goat Association show.
It's a long drive for me these days - about 2.5 hours north of home. And since I'll be trying to get home before dark for chores, I may be spending nearly as much time on the road as at the fair. Couldn't be helped; a weekend holiday was not an option, as my wonderful critter caretaker is away.
I'm really looking forward to perusing a variety of cashmere goats from herds I've never seen. And just wandering around in the livestock barn and seeking treasures to bring home from the vendors booths.
Dear readers: have you ever been to this fair? Do you have any suggestions for "can't miss" vendors or "must see" exhibitors or "must eat" festival snacks?
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Meanwhile, the rain is pouring down, and it's nearly dark at 4 in the afternoon. I'm going to start chores early, and do a few extra things tonight so the morning chores will be a bit quicker. I must be on the road just as the sun is peeping through the woods behind the paddock.
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The fair sounds fun - hope the weather plays ball :)
ReplyDeleteA sheep and wool festival is always a happy thing! Hopefully there won't be any mud.
ReplyDeleteI hope the weather cooperated for you today, and the fair was lovely. I also hope Piper has the knitting done before you return home. XOXO
ReplyDeleteI'm looking at a very similar scene here this evening! I did a double take when I read about the festival, my husbands cousin lives in Tunbridge. In England!
ReplyDeleteRain, rain and more rain here; all week long. Fortunately, I finished moving the baled round hay to the hay lot 15 minutes before the rain started. whew! That was close!
ReplyDeleteI'm hoping that you had fun at the fair and that the weather was nice. I think I've been to Tunbridge but I'm not sure. I lived in your area for about a decade, and a good friend had a house up in Vermont that I visited a few times.
ReplyDeleteDear Quinn. I hope you had a lovely time at the fair - rain-free. I have to say that your dog is ADORABLE! Lesley (back blogging at Heart for Home-making x)
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