4-H Clothing Fashion Review 2010

I'm a 4-H alumni. I was in 4-H for 10 years. I've also been a mini 4-H leader in Marion County. I love, love, love it!

I've been photographing the Sullivan County 4-H Fair since 1994. First while a reporter/photographer at the Sullivan Daily Times, then, from 2000 to 2006 I was the fair photographer. I still continue to do some volunteer photography for the fair.

The clothing and consumer clothing projects fashion review happens a week before the fair begins. Each 4-H'er is photographed wearing her or his outfit. That photo is placed with the project when it is hung in the 4-H building after judging. I've heard clothing judges comment that they really appreciate seeing the photos during judging because they can see how the outfit hangs on the sewer. Not all counties do this "little extra."

I'm sharing a few of those photos here. What talented youth we have! I'm confident I could learn a lot about the sewing machine from them. Congratulations to everyone (youth and adults) for all your hard work. It was fun seeing all the creations!

Congratulations Darcy and Jared!

Jared and Darcy were married on June 12 in Sullivan. It was such a hot day they made a last-minute decision to bring their outside reception inside, much to the delight of their guests! They didn't want to give up any of the outdoor fun, so yard games were played inside — it was so much fun!

In honor of something Darcy's youth pastor said to her once upon a time the groom and all his guys wore black and white Chuck Taylors. That tells you how fun-loving this couple is.

These two have big plans together and have gotten off to a wonderful start. May they stay as in love as they obviously are today.

Best wishes always!