Nora Bauer: Wednesday, August 19, 1914
Intended to go over to Cora's tonight but we had a very bad storm and lots of rain so we had to stay home.
Nora Spitznogle: Thursday, August 19, 2021
Busy work day; meetings and interviewing potential culinary job training students. Headed straight to the Indiana State Fair, visited The Lamp and walked around.
Busy day at work, followed by a solo trip to the Fair. My intention was to photograph the rodeo, but it was raining when I entered the Fairgrounds - in fact the gates were "closed," although there is no way to actually close the entrances without locking people in, so I walked right in.
The rodeo was on hold until the threat of lightning passed. I visited the Home and Family Arts Building and The Lamp and took advantage of some $3 Thursday treats.
I stopped in the Glass Barn, where you can exchange your filled out quiz card about soybeans for a hat. Dad always made sure to stop and get a hat for his fellow volunteer, Lew.
I wanted it keep the tradition alive, although I was feeling a little sad about it also. I was perfect to see our Boone County neighbor, Don Lamb, and his daughter volunteering at the desk. We had a nice chat about Dad - it was just what I needed.
The all-clear announcement came over the loudspeakers and as I headed towards the infield for the rodeo I got the worst calf cramp. It was so bad that I cried - how crazy is that? It may have been from wearing my rain boots so much - I've never had that happen before.
The tractor shuttle wasn't running because of the $3 Thursday crowd so I limped and cried by way to the car. There is always next year for the rodeo....
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