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Local County Fair

Come to the mountains in mid-October
When the scents of autumn fill the air,
The trees on the hillsides are in full array
And be sure to visit a local county fair,
Where grandma’s pumpkin pie competes
For a prized ribbon of blue, red, or white.
Most likely you’ll hear a bluegrass band
If you come to the fair on a Friday night,
When Mountaineers sing songs of pride
Sharing the camaraderie of good friends,
And marvel at the spectacular fireworks
As another celebration of harvest ends.

Written October 15, 2021

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Caren Krutsinger Date: 10/18/2021 1:28:00 PM I want to come down there and hear those Mountaineers. Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 10/18/2021 1:29:00 PM You should, Caren. It's not that far, and this time of the year the leaves are absolutely splendid. Mountaineers Are Always Free!!!!!

Mike Gentile Date: 10/16/2021 5:43:00 AM Wow, such classic imagery Milton. It makes me yearn for the old days. I think this one is so very well done, I love it ! Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 10/16/2021 9:09:00 AM Mike, thank you so much for your thoughtful and kind comment on my poem. County Fairs in my part of the country (Kentucky) are about over now, but they are prevalent through August and September. I always appreciate your visits.

Shirley Hawkins Date: 10/15/2021 9:15:00 PM You captured the atmosphere perfectly... Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 10/15/2021 9:24:00 PM Thanks so much for the compliment, Shirley. I appreciated it.