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A Farewell to Summer
It’s that time of year again. I can practically SMELL the pencils being sharpened and hear the moaning as I mention that this week is the last week of summer. Sadly, it’s the last week for us both (my classes start Monday, man-cub’s start Wednesday). We always like to do a little last “hurrah” to summer around this time. In years past it’s varied from a quick trip to Yesterday we went to a Renaissance Faire in The weather was cloudy and grey, the sun was nowhere to be seen all day (just the way we all like it). The faire was pretty large, but very un-crowded. We shopped a little, my son did some archery, my husband and son did a little spontaneous play with a group of actors (check out the pictures). My personal favorite was a weaver woman there. She hand-spins her own yarn, then weaves the most beautiful blankets, wraps and capes I’ve ever seen. Sadly her skill is reflected in her fair prices, but it was out of my budget for the weekend. I did slip her card to my husband and whisper (Christmas) in his ear. All the hand-made items were amazing. Of course, I was sad to see them sprinkled through “Made in My son had an amazing time. I don’t think he’s quite ready to go back to school yet, but it was a lovely farewell to summer. 7 comments from 6 users
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posted by
ThatTripletMom
on Aug 18, 2008 at 09:54 AM
Looks like fun. I have always wanted to attend a Ren. Fair. Are there people attending who are not in time period attire? Or is that frowned upon?
posted by
AmandaS
on Aug 18, 2008 at 09:57 AM
Sounds like fun...I haven't been to a Ren Faire in about 8 years, though I used to go more frequently when I lived in LA. Got to love the big turkey legs. Sounds like the perfect end-of-summer retreat!
posted by
creatress
on Aug 18, 2008 at 10:14 AM
Yup, there were quite a few people w/o a costume. I've been w/o before, but think it's more fun with. I like how you can just dress pretty much however you want and no one really cares. Like my costume wasn't at all "accurate", but I liked it. Same with the other members of my family. Most faires also have costume rentals if you'd be interested. Me? I like Ebay. Man-cub did indeed have a turkey leg for lunch. Shockingly enough, this one also had nachos, funnel cakes, corn dogs and onion rings. See! Who needs the state fair! Hahaha. posted by
MamaSeaShell
on Aug 18, 2008 at 10:56 AM
I spent my college years in a medieval history group, much like Ren-fair. Making costumes and fighting in armor. Then, went on my merry, merry way and got married. haha. Visited back after the kids were born and saw some ol' kin folk again. It's been many, many, years. How nostalgic!!
posted by
hmoeckli
on Aug 18, 2008 at 12:37 PM
Sounds like a great time! I think an end of summer celebration is very appropriate. My grandma's birthday always serves that purpose.Your pictures are great! posted by
kellimwheeler
on Aug 18, 2008 at 01:45 PM
You are just too way cool for school! What a fun way to end the summer. And I love how you call your son man-cub. Very appropriate for us momma bear types. posted by
creatress
on Aug 18, 2008 at 03:11 PM
MamaSeaShell , that's really cool! I wouldn't be surprised if my son didn't get into something similar. He had a blast and adores LARPing and LOTR (that's Live Action Roll Playing and Lord of the Rings for those of you without dorks in your family). Glad I could give you a blast of nostalga. I'm sure we'll be back next year. It was a good fair. hmoeckli , I'm glad you liked the pics! kellimwheeler , you're too sweet! I always loved the Jungle Book as a kid, so Man-Cub kindove stuck. And yeah, I'm a TOTAL mama bear!
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