Sue & The Kids C.N.E 2008

This past week we went to the Canadian National Exhibition with the two younger girls, and the middle daughter's constant companion Jeremy. We had lovely weather, not too many crowds (we went on Monday morning at opening) and got some great deals while clothes shopping for the girls.

My personal favorite is always the International Bazaar, and this year I spent quite a bit of time, and money at the Egyptian displays.

Going to the EX (as it is also known - short for Exhibition) is a tradition in both of our families, and it is always a blessing to keep these types of yearly family events going through the decades.

Last week I posted childhood pics of my Mom, and myself at the Ex circa early 1970s. And yesterday I posted a story from when we were first dating of how we hopped into the Princess Margaret fountain on a very hot day.

Our family history with this fair goes even farther back though. And as my daughter's boyfriend happily munched on Tiny Tom donuts (made right on site) it reminded me of how my Dad told stories of going to the EX as a young boy and eagerly anticipating a Tiny Tom donut. It is nice to see how this has passed down through the generations, and perhaps one day my own grandchildren will be tasting a yummy donut specially made at the Canadian National Exhibition.

Thanks so much for stopping by, and have a great week ahead!

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