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Judi Jul 22, 2006

Hi again.  We just returned from the fair today and oh my....what fun.

In my other post  I told you all how Rachel won First PLace for Junior Showmanship.  So the community gets together for an auction where many businesses bid on winning livestock and the Showman Ship Winners Cheese boxes (which they were awarded to put in the auction). 


WELL...you'll never guess how much Rachel's cheese box went for....$1,250.00!!!!  It's worth about $30.  This is such a wonderful way that the community shows all the young people who show how much they are appreciated and to reward them for all thier efforts.  AND to keep continued interest in farming and agriculture.

It was so exciting.  We sprinkled silver glitter on Mallory's back and head so she just glimmered in the auction ring.  Yes, she was in the auction ring with Rachel and the box of cheese...but Mallory was only there with Rachel in front of a huge crowd to honor her again for her award. :clap:  :clap:  :clap:

Thanks for letting me share    

SueAnn Help Advisor, Banner SponsorJul 23, 2006

WOW . . . how fantastic is that??!!!  Does Rachel have plans for that money already?  Congratulations!

Judi Jul 23, 2006

Hi Sue Ann.  We are going to put it in the bank, but we are going to let her spend some on vacation next month in San Diego...she may just spend it at the bear show!

shantell Jul 23, 2006

WOW!!!   What a wonderful community you must live in!!!   That is truly fantastic.   :clap:   :clap:   :hug:   :hug:   :clap:   :clap:

Bonnie Jul 23, 2006

How great is that? I think it's fantastic! So great to see communities supporting kids in productive activities and rewarding their hard work.   What fun deciding what to spend the money on too!

Congratulations again Rachel!!

edie Jul 23, 2006

Wow, that is just fantastic, Judi!! Huge congratulations to Rachel - she must be SO excited!!!
Bear hugs, Edie

Judi Jul 23, 2006

Thank you so much.  It has been such a fun and busy weekend!

I am exhausted.

Marie_ Jul 23, 2006

What a wonderful community !! 
Rachel must be so exited to receive this award ♪    :bday:

I hope you all have a great time at the Sandiego Show.
Thanks for sharing.  :hug:

hugs
Marie

Jellybelly Bears Jul 23, 2006

Oh my, that is wonderful Judi!!!!!!!!!!!!  Rachel must be so excited!   :dance:   :clap:

DebbieD Jul 23, 2006

:clap:  :clap: That is WONDERFUL!!!   :clap:  :clap:   Its really heartwarming to hear a community pitching in like that and rewarding the youngsters for their hardwork 

:clap: Congratulations again Rachel and Mallory!!!   :clap:   And of course hardworking Mum n Dad who are proudly glowing in the background 

thumperantiques Jul 23, 2006

Congratulations, Rachel!  You've done a fabulous job with all your hard work and it's so nice to see you rewarded!  Have fun spending you "treat" money in San Diego, sweetie.

Judy, you and your hubby must be incredibly proud!  Congrats to you both as well.

                                                                 hugs,

                                                                 Brenda

Carolyn Green Jul 23, 2006

Congratulations Rachel! that is wonderful and how proud you must be of your sweet daughter, Judi.

Hugs
Carolyn

doodlebears Celebration AmbassadorJul 23, 2006

What a fantastic community to live in, how wonderful to support the younger generation like this. Congratulations once agin, you all deserve it!

Hugs Jane.             

lapousmor Jul 23, 2006

:clap:  :clap:  :clap:  :clap:  :clap:  :clap:

You've got a wonderful daughter and super cows!

yepeee!

Beary hugs,
Sophie.

Amanda Jul 23, 2006

She must be so excited. What a lovely talented girl. Brill!!!!!!

millie Jul 23, 2006

That is fantastic.  It makes me so sad to see the farms and farm programs just being tossed away.  I think people have forgotten how important farming is.  Contrary to popular belief, milk does not come from Kroger.  I congratulate you and your daughter (and Mallory).  Our fair begins today, and I will be working every day.  I also expect to have some bragging pictures in a few days.  Mine will be more bear related.

JeannieB Jul 23, 2006

Well done!!! :dance:
JeannieB

lemmonbears Jul 23, 2006

Hurray!! Great job!!:clap:  :clap:   I love the county fairs too!  I can just smell the sawdust and cows looking at your pictures.  I used to be in 4-H and enter in the fairs (sewing, crafts, and cooking.)  But I loved the animal barns!

Joan

Dilu Jul 23, 2006

[size=24]Way to go Rachel!!![/size]

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Deb Jul 23, 2006

Judi ~

This is just awesome!  Congrats to Rachel!  My neice Rebecca shows too (they have a dairy farm here in NY.) 

Judi Jul 23, 2006

I can just smell the sawdust and cows looking at your pictures.  I used to be in 4-H and enter in the fairs (sewing, crafts, and cooking.)  But I loved the animal barns!

Joan

Joan, that smell is just the best!  I too, love the wood shavings and hay smell..there is something very comforting in that earthy smell.

I am completely exhausted...thrilled...but exhausted. 

Thank you all so much for your comments.  I will show these all to Rachel.  It just reinforces her reward.  Thank you very much. :clap:  :clap:

We just came home for a little while and now it's back to the fair to pick up our heifer and let the kids go on a few more rides...wwweeeeeeeeeee      

chrissibrinkley Jul 23, 2006

That's so awesome!! First Place and a super selling cheese box!!

Wow GREAT JOB RACHEL and have FUN with some of the funds on vacation!!  That ROCKS!!

~Chrissi

clare14 Jul 23, 2006

What an amazing little girl you have there Judi, you must be soooo proud - well done Rachel!!!  I can't get over how much she looks like you!!     :hug:

WildThyme Jul 23, 2006

Oh Judi!  Give your daughter a great BIG congratulatory hugs from me!!!!  That is so awesome!!!!  Oh my GOSH!!!!  She looks JUST like you!!!!  Well... minus the braces!  She is gorgeous... just like Mom!

Kim Basta
Wild Thyme Originals

Eileen Jul 23, 2006

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Woohoo Rachael!!

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What a treat to see those two beautiful happy faces--Mallory is happy, right?