Sherwood Forest Faire

A few weeks ago, Brad and I got the joy of joining his sister out at the local Renaissance Faire.

I was concerned about anything in Texas being called a "Forest" Faire, as we are not known for huge forests or trees in these parts. But alas, it lived up to its name tucked away in a wonderful little Forest outside of Austin, Texas.

Amy (Brad's Sister) is a member of one of the clans, which means she gets to camp at the Faire nearly every weekend and is greatly involved in all of the festivities that make up this annual event, which runs for a little over 2 months. I loved not only getting to spend time with Amy this weekend, but also getting to know her world better, because this is her passion and where she gets to lets loose and have fun with a clan that protects her and loves her.

I arrived, knowing Amy had brought extra garb for me to wear and get into costume for the day for a greater experience of the Faire. What surprised me most though that after I was all made up, even Brad got into the spirit enough to borrow some garb.

Hairpiece created by Amy

Another bonus of the day is my good friend Wil came to visit. I have not seen Wil in years and years even though he was one of my dearest and amazing friends. So glad he was able to make the trek and spend the day with us :)

Throughout the day I got to ride to the dragons with Amy (Brad drew the line there, he wouldn't budge on riding), shop in the artisans stores, eat delicious food, buy new essential oils, watch live jousting, comedy shows and interact with the variety of folks that make up the Forest Faire.

Live jousting

 At one point, this gentleman began to give lessons to Brad on how to bow to me and walk along beside me with the sword on the correct side to protect me and such, never a dull moment at Faire :) Thanks for capturing these moments, Amy!

Some guy teaching Brad how to ask for my hand.. 

This is apparently the expression I make when Brad bows to me!

This is my favorite picture of the day, and not only because it is the only picture within the last decade of Amy & Brad together, but their expressions and outfits and bright colors, I just love it. We were sitting in the fairy garden listening to a band play beautiful music during this.

Amy & Brad