Always Fun—Carnivals, Fairs, and Country Markets

Hello my friends,

I have to proclaim my love for carnivals, fairs, and country markets. I love the various events like agricultural, dog, horse, and magic shows, and a variety of crafts for sale. They provide entertainment, culture, and an economic benefit for the locals and bring the community together in a positive, fun atmosphere.

While there, I have to check out the rides. I love roller coasters. I remember one visit to a friend’s house in Vancouver, B.C. We went to a carnival in town with a new roller coaster. We must have ridden it at least six times. We got on, went around, came back, moved closer to the front, and went around again. We did that until we were able to get that first seat position. Roller coasters are truly an incredible experience depending on where you sit. The ride seems to move faster and wilder from the front seat.

A friend from San Francisco came for a visit and I took him to a local country fair. Everybody was shocked to have someone from San Francisco at their little fair. He introduced me to the deep-fried Oreos. I have never tasted anything like that. So absolutely decadent and what flavour! You can only get them at the fairs.

I find it irresistible to walk through the crafts area full of local artisans. I love to see what people create like pottery, candles, leather items, jewelry, and artist’s paintings. Many are so talented these days. I think Covid helped centre people’s tasks to perfection because they had the time to work on everything. Covid was great me for me. I published four novels and including my joke book Joke’Aholic (98 dirty jokes from all over the world).

Now for some news. I have written a murder mystery novel that takes place at the Canadian National Exhibition, which occurs in Toronto every year. It’s only open the last two weeks of August until Labour Day. It’s known as the end of the summer, but it’s a tradition, and people go every year.

A friend and I went last August, and when I got home, I had an epiphany: Murder at the CNE, so I wrote it. It will be launched on Monday, August 4, 2025.

Above is the cover. What do you think?

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​Have a great day,
Patty

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