Friday was a fun, crazy, busy day in our art booth at the Alaska State Fair. Our son, photographer Ron and his wife Janine, drove up from Seward and joined our daughter Tawny and two of our grandkids, Reilly and Sydney, for a day of fun, food and rides at the fair. They ran in and out of our booth all day full of stories to tell about thrilling rides, running into friends, and showing off face paint.
The day started off in chaos with the stunning surprise announcement that our friend, and Governor of the state of Alaska, Sarah Palin, was selected as the vice presidential running mate for Senator John McCain. We were glued to the T.V. until the very last minute before we opened the booth. Then, whenever possible we turned on the radio to hear what the political pundits were saying, stumbling and stuttering their way through the news about this relatively unknown newcomer. This should be interesting to watch knowing the families as we do, and see the attention brought to our beautiful, wonderful state. Congratulations Sarah, and God Bless your families, may God guide you with wisdom and courage during the next months of political games, savagery, and public scrutiny.
Gail Niebrugge, proud Alaska artist
