Winter Kids' Fair

On our way to dinner at the Smiths' house, I saw a friend's Facebook post about her son riding a camel at the Winter Kids' Fair. We knew Elliott would love to see that so we headed there on Sunday. It seemed to be the petting zoo and carnival rides from the Erie County Fair. It was a great outing for a chilly Sunday morning in February.

Good morning, donkey. We pretty much had the place to ourselves when we got there.

Lucy in her cozy ride.

At the County Fair this summer, Elliott talked about riding a pony but got cold feet when presented with the opportunity to do so. Riding Ginger this fall was a hit. So, when we saw the same ponies from the fair, he was very excited to go for a ride.

He knows how to work the camera!

Petting his pony.

From the real horses to the plastic horses.

This was a speedy carousel. Note the seatbelt around Elliott's waist. Jesse said he had to focus to not get dizzy.

Hi, Mama!

Elliott was then hooked on rides and went from one to the next until we ran out of tickets. Driving the train.

And an airplane.

He turned the wheel the whole time.

Then a firetruck.

Once we were out of tickets, we went back to see the animals. They have an interesting assortment of creatures. Some things you would expect, like a little donkey.

Other less expected beings, like this cow-like creature that I don't remember the name of.

Have you ever fed a camel? I cannot say that I have but Jesse and Elliott can!

All gone!

My boys!

Hello, camel.

One last pet for the camel before we headed home for lunch and nap. This was a great outing. We will have to remember to go again next year.