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County Fair

Soon, I’ll be going to the county fair Late in August, it makes its return I’ll be showing my prize-winning mare. Being an exhibitor, I don’t pay a fare, Which, of course, is of no great concern Soon I’ll be going to the county fair. I’ll be showing her with plenty of flair So, the judges will be able to discern, I’ll be showing my prize-winning mare. If there’s a stud, she will have an affair If he’s a prize-winner, she cannot spurn Soon I’ll be going to the county fair! Her mane shines, its long-flowing hair How to groom it well, I’ve had to learn I’ll be showing my prize-winning mare. I hope to make some new friends there There’ll be some prize money to earn Soon, I’ll be going to the county fair I’ll be showing my prize-winning mare. Written August 3, 2022 Submitted to "2022 Marathon Mile 13" Poetry Contest Sponsored by Mark Toney

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Paulette Calasibetta

Date: 8/7/2022 3:25:00 PM

She looks like a prize with her long flowing hair~I will look for her at the next county fair. Perfect for this time of year. We have a huge county fair in our county and the horse show is the most visited. As always, a fine write. :)Paulette

L Milton Hankins
Date: 8/7/2022 5:32:00 PM

Thank you so much, Paulette. I appreciate your thoughtful comment.

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 8/6/2022 8:03:00 PM

I am excited for you! I cannot wait. I do wonder if you actually have a prize-winning mare though Hank.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 8/6/2022 9:14:00 PM

You'll laugh. I actually made a terrible mistake in this poem which I had to correct. I said she would have an affair with a stallion, but as I should have known, stallions have lost their ability to breed. So, I changed it to bull this morning. I wonder how many read it and thought, "This guy is NOT a farmer!" That's not right either. What do you call a male horse that can breed? I just remembered. It's a stud, so I'll change it!

Juliet Ligon

Date: 8/4/2022 8:18:00 AM

I can feel the anticipation and excitement with the repeated lines. Great use of this form.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 8/4/2022 12:40:00 PM

Thanks so much, Juliet. I always love a fair.

Michael Tor

Date: 8/4/2022 7:19:00 AM

Love the County fair Milton. It is a great place to see all the animals, and try some of the fair food that is always tasty. I use to enjoy the rides, but as you get older you become more of a spectator. I liked watching the excitement in the kids eyes going on their favorite rides. The atmosphere is always joyful. Enjoy your day...

L Milton Hankins
Date: 8/4/2022 7:43:00 AM

I couldn't agree more with everything you said in your comment, Michael. I love the animals and the garden exhibits most. I did enjoy the rides when I was younger, not now. I think I'll go to our county fair at the end of the month.