Last Thursday my friends Helen and Teresa and I finally (it had been postponed several times due to health issues of one or another of us!) drove to nearby Weaverville. We went there some years before, and wanted to see if there were changes, and especially some local businesses where we could give our slightly touristy dollars. We knew lunch would be our big expense of the day, but we each bought some smaller gift items at various shops as well.
Sorry, but there are lots of photos, which I may have to break into two posts (so y'all don't go crazy and just skip them entirely!)
Helen, me, and Teresa, who pushed the button on my phone...a real group effort! We finally got a really good selfie shot. The trick? Take it when we're first starting out, I think!
Look at this, a napkin holder that's hand crafted from Cedar!
The wood bar is a separate piece, which keeps napkins from floating away!
They have a separate studio where they make custom-made lamp shades...just look at the paper rack of what's available!
Sitting outside a bakery where we'll return later, this young woman was fine with me capturing a photo of her hair-do! Her hand was about to cover her face, and you can just see a corner of her friend's response to my request.
I'll give you a few more shots tomorrow!
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Current events and also art:
Art by Watercolors by Rachel Facebook page
My oldest son, Marty as a safety provider for the "Mustang Sallies Krewe" of women in the Gasparilla Parades (yes multiple ones) in Tampa, FL.
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Today's quote:
Being unappreciative might mean we are simply not paying attention. |
DAVID WHYTE |
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My family photo of the day:
...that hair-do, WHY?
ReplyDeleteCause young women will do it, and older women (me) will come take their photos!
DeleteIt looks like a pleasant day. I like the hair and sunflower painting. /AC
ReplyDeleteHa ha, you aren't that a-nony-mouse! It was most pleasant, and I was coughing by the end of the day, being tired a bit. But felt fine after a day of doing little the next day!
DeleteLooks like a fun day with your friends. It is nice to support the local businesses.
ReplyDeleteThe pottery looks lovely and I love that lampshade.
Beautiful sunflower! Take care, have a great day!
I should consider a new lampshade, but really a new lamp. And I'm not ready to do that. Have a great Tuesday yourself!
DeleteI love that hair!
ReplyDeleteIt's such fun to ask perfect strangers if I can take a photo of their hair. Sometimes I even ask if I can touch it! Yay what old ladies can get away with!
DeleteThat is a cool hairdo that woman had, I liked it.
ReplyDeleteMe too, a very cool do, and she was quite pleased with herself too. Now I don't think I'd go up to a fellow and ask to take his hair's photo, though! mmm, wonder why that is!
DeleteHi Barbara, My wife would have great time shopping in the interesting and attractive shops in Weaverville NC! Take Care, Big Daddy Dave
ReplyDeleteSounds like a nice outing, especially with friends. I also like the hairdo.
ReplyDeleteSuch fun! Wish I had a few lady friends like that.
ReplyDeleteLove the young lady's hair. Why didn't they have such options when we were young?
Looks like you had fun.
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