Another year, another turkey leg at the annual Renaissance festival. These types of festivals have always been dear to me- it’s served as a great source of entertainment and escape. For those of you that don’t already know, Renaissance festivals are a unique gateway to another realm- a portal that transports its participants to a time period complete with medieval costumes, games, merchandise and food (lots of food). Customers are encouraged to be themselves and dress up according to the time period-it’s a day to shed whatever rules and regulations the outside world requires and to eat, drink and be merry in a safe atmosphere void of judgment. I know this world well, this is my thirteenth year attending. Continue reading