Iwasn’t going to write about our fair experience, but after several inquiries, I feel I need to share.

Our little family had a remarkable year at the fair, full of triumphs, heartbreak, laughter and lessons that will stay with us forever. My 11-year-old son, Colter, poured his heart and soul into his projects, and it showed. Colter placed first in showmanship with his market steer, Scooter, in his age group.

Watching them together is something I’ll never forget. Even when another steer ran uncontrollably toward them multiple times, Scooter stayed calm and steady. There was a moment when Colter, thinking the other steer wouldn’t stop, released Scooter’s halter. Scooter hesitated, took a small jump, looked around as if trying to decide if he should keep going, and then set himself back up.

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