One more thing I forgot to mention...

The men's division of baking looked far more appealing than the women's! What's that about? Where are the ladies who will stand for what the Lord has called them to be--homemakers (keepers of the home)?

I also have noticed that over the years, the quality of the homemade items at the San Diego County Fair has gone down, and the quantity also. It is very discouraging.

I am not a homemaker at the present time, my divorce ten years ago put an end to that. But I wish I could be, and admire all the skills needed to run a house well.

The young men and women I teach (high school) seem to have no clue, for the most part, of the differences between them, except as it pertains to inappropriate behavior. And little to no respect is shown one to the other, and the girls are as bad as the boys.

I feel blessed that my own daughter is well-mannered and respectful, and a lover of the Lord. But trying to educate her as to the importance of the home is difficult, especially when she sees me work so hard.

Of course, on the brighter side, perhaps all the ladies who might have been making items to enter in the Fairs are at home, homeschooling their children, and are busy in that way!

smiles,
daphne