I spent the entire weekend, Friday through Monday at the Mayes County Fair last weekend. It brought back many, many memories. I witnessed hard work, dedication and respect. In today's society, our youth are exposed to a lot of negative issues. This weekend, although tiring physically, was refreshing mentally. I've always loved the 4-H and FFA organizations. Those organizations made me who I am today. Those important leadership, citizenship and respect are still being in taught. I would like to thank the 4-H Leaders and FFA instructors for what you do. I'd also like to thank the youth for their outlook, dedication and respect, it was refreshing to me.

 I am also thankful to the community in their continued support in the Mayes County Fair Youth. The list of individuals and businesses is a long one. It is one more reason to shop Mayes County.

  Thank you to those that offered water and refreshments. Also thank you for those that offered kind words. I took a few thousand photos that weekend. Here are a few...

  You can find all of the images here www.kristytroyerphotography.com/2013mayescountyfair