It’s no secret that I’m in love with our great state. And with good reason, there is so much beauty here. [Here’s proof: Des Moines was used as the backdrop for this awe-inspiring time-lapse video that I watched earlier this week.]

Another Iowa beauty to behold is our great state fair. Every August it comes to town and it is a must-see. (It’s even made the 1,000 Places to See Before You Die list.) My Iowa State Fair to-do list hasn’t changed in years, but with the little guy in tow I’m curious to see if it will.

Tomorrow we will be headed to the main concourse to grab some food on a stick and check out the sights and sounds. This year will be much different from last because I’ll be pushing Evie around, weaving in and out of the masses. Wish me luck!