LaPorte County Fair 2009

Well it's that time again, the BIG LaPorte County Fair. I haven't been going to watch the kids for many years, but the years that I have been able to go have been fun. This year, I was lucky enough to take time off so that I could watch my nieces and nephew show their pigs.

First off you have to make sure that the pigs are ready for the fair. I think this one is trying to hide, so that possibly he/she won't get chosen.

Now for the BIG weigh in..............

You have to weigh them to make sure that they are in the required weight range for competition.
Wait, how the hell did these pictures get in here? I'm sure that this one is underweight, she's gonna have to go home and wait until next year.....!
Anyway, you have to wash them, so that they are pretty to compete. They really aren't to fond of bath time, but what ever!

Make sure that you give the animals plenty of water, so that they will not be thirsty. This is a smart pig, he knows how to drink from a hose. Let them rest before the big event. It's okay to let them sleep, they have a big parade coming soon and they need to be well rested!
Now why your pigs are resting you need to pretty your self up for the judge, I mean judging. I think the girls got it goin on.
Mitchell is taking the easier approach, he's going just the way that he is! He's cute enough, he doesn't need any help!



Pigs, pigs, pigs! Every where are pigs. I have displayed a photo of each of the kids, showing their pigs. They all have there own style of showing. Madi likes to really use her show stick, sometimes too much. Morgan has the style of her cousins, patience. Mitchell always has his eyes on the judge. Lauren just smiles and has a great time! Leah enjoys herself while showing!


All the kids did a great job. They finished any where from 14th out of 15 to Reserve Grand Champion Gilt won by Miss Madi! Great job Madison.
SHOCK of the DAY! Leah was chosen 2009 Mental Attitude winner! In years past, a senior is normally chosen for this trophy. They called Leah to the ring as they were announcing the 10 year members. Leah let them know that she was not a 10 year member, but they told her to stay there and wait. They said they were going to ask her all kinds of questions! As they were talking about the recipient they said that she always said thank you, had a smile on her face and helped others. Leah thinks that by her helping out a fellow 4Her, by showing there pig and accepting the trophy for them while they were away, just showed that she does go beyond what is required of her.
You can sure see the happiness in her face! When I talked to Leah she said she about cried when they explained why they had her in the ring. I told her I too almost cried!
YUP Leah, it really is your trophy. You deserved it. After this winning moment the award winner was back in the show ring scooping poop. Lindsey was even over there helping out. She has been out of 4H for 1 year, and I know she really misses it.
Have to give a shout out to the clean up crew. You can see that they are all tired. Ryan was really a big help this year. For all the work he did he should have been in 4H. Thanks for your hard work Ryan. I appreciate you helping out my nieces and nephew.

The day was fun and tiring. I am glad I had today off, I needed time to recoop!

Good Night, I am tired!

xoxoxox
Suzi