Thanks for all of the suggestions EO. I am not dreading the trip to Waverly near as much now that you have enlightened me to the Louisville scene. We might even leave a couple of days open to look around down there! Before the night at Waverly ,that is, In case I have a heart attack or soil myself! LOL! Denny

What a day! I picked up 9 unique beans I have never heard of, most from Jackson County Kentucky. Bill had warned me to bring extra seed, glad I did as many of the items went fast. I even ran out of small seed bags and certain labels. Bill told me the other day there were between 250 and 300 people as many did not sign in. The parking was all the way up the driveway and out into the field by the road. It has taken 10 years of swaps and with the beautiful weather and extra publicity, it really came together this year. We all appreciate what Bill, his grandson Brian and the family does for all of us. This is a major undertaking and expense to host this. All the cleanup (before and after), the portable potties, etc. Bill asks nothing from any of us but to show up with seed and to enjoy the day with friends. That evening, Mary and I get together with Rodger and Caren Winn and Caren's brother and sister-in-law for dinner before they headed back. It was very enjoyable to sit and talk with them. I wish we could get together more often. Rodger and Caren brought with them a watermelon that until recently was thought to be extinct. "Bradshaw" is very large, dark green, ribbed (like a pumpkin), light colored seed, sweet and this thing was picked 6 weeks ago! It was just starting to get mealy from age but I was impressed. It has been grown by the same family for 8 generations (I think) and is one of the base genetic stocks for modern watermelon. Listed in literature going back to the 1840's. Rodger has more information on this (and correct any miss-information I have). Overall...a fantastic time and BUSY. Good to see everyone. Tony

Wow, Janet...you're gonna be a one stop shopping place it seems...will just have to get me a cold beverage, and I'll be all set. About how big is this thing? How many booths about? How much time should I plan to spend to see it all? I'm really hoping to get there as early as I can, after going out to breakfast. You will be set up with or near the Master Gardeners? I've never been to the Fairgrounds (or even Shelbyville for that matter). I'm not into a lot of the 'crafty' stuff so much, but do really enjoy 'art'...like the art found at some of the local juried art shows. I'm always on the lookout for some art, made by (and maybe even signed) by a local artist....besides getting to meet them and discuss their art. Sue...now really getting all excited all over again!

Punk...Just imagine all the trouble we would get into if I moved closer! I don't think we'd get Anything done - except cause trouble!! lol I'm looking forward to seeing what you paint...it's been awhile since you've done that and I always enjoy what you do. I know your schedule has become so hectic for quite awhile, that painting is probably a 'wind down' and mental break to get back on track. I know when I'm at my busiest, I come on here for my 'mental' break. It helps me from getting too overwhelmed. Then, I go back and tackel another job. My DGSon convinced DH to do a different layout this year on his village. They are having way too much fun with it..but that's good, just as long as everything is put away in time for me to clean for Thurs and the party. I'm with you on 'The More the Merrier'..I love having a full house for the holidays. It's just a shame that everyone lives so far away that those family get togethers are now few and far between. Hope you have a Happy Thanksgiving... jane