Gemini Rising

Road trip to Arizona - Part 2

The Maricopa County Fair



My retired work friend, Lori, picked us up at 1030 and we headed out to the Fair. It was about a 20-25 minute drive. The fair was actually in Phoenix. We were staying in a suburb called Goodyear.

Well, when we got there, it was hot. Like 100 degrees hot and no shade. Lucky, Lori packed cold water, and trust me, it was all gone by the time we got done with the fair about 2 ½ hours later. Hubby said we need to slather on some sunscreen so we all did. I thought the Fair was affordable – about 10 bucks each and then if you wanted rides, they were separate. As we walked in, we were greeted by Watusi Cows. They had some really big horns and were native to Africa. They were chill, though, kinda like Arizona itself.

There were some air-cooled buildings so we made our way to the commercial building. There were a good number of exhibits from rockets, to pictures/paintings, quilts, leatherwork, and there was even a farm display. The piglets were adorable – cuter than eaglets, I’ll be honest, a cow, turkeys, and goats.

There were also vendors selling their wares. I bought the homemade licorice which was tasty, but they jewelry, hats, shirts, and other crafty things.

After that, #2 wanted to ride the Ferris wheel, but no one wanted to go with him so I said I would. Even though the Ferris wheel is pretty tame, heights at 56 is nerve wrecking as compared to heights when you’re 20, but I’m proud of the fact I made it through the ride!

We walked around and the hubby said I was getting red in the face so I slathered on some more sunscreen. It was time for lunch so ventured to the food booth section. I got taquitos and the Hubby and Andy ate carne asada fries. Honestly, I’m not sure what Joey had but I know he had ice cream! Lori ate some tacos, I think. Then Lori saw the psychic booth. She was giving palm readings and tarot card readings so Lori and I were game.

Honestly speaking, both Lori and I thought she was pretty accurate for not knowing us. She said I would have long life which is reassuring as I’m trying to lose weight. She said I would have 2 houses and one near water and one near water would make me happy. She said not to worry to about money because it would always be there when you need it. She said the hubby drives me nuts sometimes and he does. She said I worry about 1 of my kids – I do. She said my job satisfaction isn’t what it used to be. I told her that’s true and I’m looking to retire. She laughed. She said I like to travel and I’ll still be traveling so that was nice to hear.

She said Lori had a rough year last year and this year would be better. Lori was happy to hear that, as last year was a bit rough. She said Lori worries too much about her daughter, but she shouldn’t as her daughter can/will take care of herself.

After the palmist, the boys were ready to go. The fair wasn’t as big as we thought it would be, and the heat was sucking the life out of us. The boys wanted to go to the hotel and nap so Lori dropped them off. I went with Lori to her house and ended up napping too because the heat zapped me. After our naps we were ready for the big attraction – Baseball!

Have you ever had your palm read?

Next – Chapter 3 – D-Backs Baseball