these are a few of our favorite things

in no particular order...

our favorite things from the 2010 ionia free fair
#1 finally discovering the joy of rides

#2 fresh lemonade...pure sugary goodness

#3 "dumbo" ride
wait time is a mere fraction of what it is at disney world - ha ha

#4 a boy who agreed to wear a "handsome shirt" just for his mom
{yes, the boys call them "handsome shirts"}

#5 adults who buy wristbands just to ride kiddie rides

#6 a contented toddler who is happy to just chill with her snack

#7 time with cousins

#8 another boy rockin' a "handsome" shirt
{if you knew how often they refused to wear nice shirts, you'd understand...}

#9 riding high with a cool uncle

#10 having a ton of fun closing down the fair