Plant it and it will grow.
I can’t swear that this group of gardens has not been at the New York State Fair in years past.
Perfect exhibit.
But I can say the timing was right to catch the attention of my dear wife Karen, terrific daughter Elisabeth, fantastic fiance George Three and I, what with their hard work this summer in the great garden during their first summer in their new house a mile down the road from us.
Vibrant.
We took in the beauty and the information.
Great grapes.
I’m always pleased to find something I don’t recall from years past.
Mark Bialczak 
Beautiful photos, bro Mark. I’ve never been to one of our state fairs, although I had a blue ribbon winning afghan in the county fair several years ago that could have been entered state wide. Can’t remember why I skipped the state unless it was because it was 1976 and the afghan was a knitted version of the original flag with the 13 stars and everyone made those that year. I love that yours had a flower growing exhibit and hope they will continue with it. In Kentucky the farm equipment is the big thing, along with the cattle exhibit. My grandson did win gold in that one several years ago when he was in 4H, beating out some of the states biggest cattle barons. Great beginning for a 10 year old.
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The New York State Fair reminds all that our state is big on agriculture, sis Angie, which sometimes those who concentrate on the New York City-centric aspects of it can overlook.
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Flower power! Yes! The grapes made a great debut! Mark, like all of you, I’m enjoying my seasons of growth!
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I can tell you’re appreciating this season’s switchover, Karla!
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Here we go! I’m ready! Mark, a miracle is in the making,…growth and healing continue! Happy Wednesday, my friend!
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Faith continues, Karla!
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Thank you, my friend! Life is giving more lessons–today I meet my surgeon. What is life if not lessons? Oy vey! Take care and best wishes! Even if I don’t “see” you!
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We see each other as we read these posts and comments, I’m quite sure, friend Karla. I hope the meeting was what you were hoping for!
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Mark, he is confident he can remove all tumors from pancreas, lymph nodes, and liver. I’m under the weather a bit, but this was full on sunshine to my sons and family! Happy Friday!
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That is such welcome news, Karla! Yes, sunshine for all who know you, my friend.
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Thank you, dear friend! It’s surreal!!
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Never underestimate creativity. Who would have guessed to have a flower exhibit at a State Fair? But then I’ve never been to a State Fair. 😦
But I do remember the movie State Fair and one of my favorite Rodgers and Hammerstein songs from the film is “It Might As Well Be Spring.”
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You got it, ladysighs!
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Sharing their garden tips and best beauties, I love it!
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We all can use some guidance every now and then, Nance!
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even when going to places we’ve been before, we see things never noticed before, and that keeps it interesting
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Always ready to learn new things, Beth!
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