the big E

 Today we are spending the day at the Big E.  It's a large state fair in Springfield, MA.

Our first stop is breakfast. 

Mmmmm, cream puffs.

Now elevensies.

These are some popular potatoes.  We waited in line for about 20 minutes to buy one.

Bennett entertained himself while we waited with the chain fence.

They are really worth the wait!

 After our bellies were full we explored the grounds.

There is some really cool items one can find at the Big E.  These airplanes, cars and trains are made from beer and soda cans.

We found a Dinosaur play area in Connecticut house.

Bennett really enjoyed "excavating."

I did not know this but Connecticut has several miles south of the state capital of Hartford, that preserve one of the largest dinosaur track sites in North America.  It's early Jurassic fossil tracks in sandstone date from about 200 million years ago.

We are definitely going to have to take Bennett to the Connecticut Dino Trail.

Connecticut House had an area set up for playing with Legos.  Everyone could build a cow to take home with them made out of Legos.

It's going to take a while to move on from here.  Bennett really likes the Lego trucks and cars. 

Lunch time!

Delicious porters and buffalo chicken grilled cheese with sweet potato tater tots.

Bennett loves the Lego cow.

 Winston's lunch room.

 Bennett was so worn out from this morning that he fell asleep while eating a deep fried Oreo!

While Bennett sleeps we wondered about to all the different state houses.  This is New Hampshire House.

Maine House.

Look at the size of those Whoopie Pies!

 Rhode Island House.

Hasbro Inc. is based in Pawtucket, RI.  

Bennett sleeping through the best part!

This guy would have no trouble with Jacob's Ladder at the Renaissance Fair.  Get 'er done!

The Budweiser Clydesdales.

These horses are really impressive.

I want this guy's moves.

 Finally, Bennett is awake and ready for some rides.

Daddy joining in on the fun.

Bennett saw the Ferris Wheel and had to go for a ride.  This is the only ride he actually picked for himself.

He was not bothered by the height one bit.

Car rides were his favorite.

Many more rides later we headed home.  It was getting late and we wanted to get home in time for dinner.  Really enjoyed the big E this year.  I love watching B have such a wonderful time.