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Remember that song “Can’t Help Lovin’ Dat Man of Mine” from Showboat?  That line, “Fish gotta swim, birds gotta fly” jumped out at me this morning when Jim pointed out these two baby doves cuddled together.  I knew two doves had been going in and out of the bush in courtyard behind us for some time.  This morning we saw the evidence  that indeed there was a nest in that bush.  Evidently these two had tried to fly and flew right to the ground under the nest.  We will keep our eyes on them and see if Mama or Poppa come to their rescue and try to teach them a thing or two or if they’ll just have to try it on their own!

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Can you say “Awwwwwe how cute?”

For the first time in 30 years of marriage, I went on a “Girl’s Weekend,” and surprisingly enough, enjoyed myself!  I think I’ll do it again. . .  Linda, Louise and Linda left Lancaster bright and early Saturday morning and headed to Linda’s place (the other Linda!) at the shore.  We made it in the middle of the afternoon, after stopping at a garage sale, couple of stores and then just had to have Grotto Pizza!

LLLIt’s not a picture in Rehoboth unless you are having it taken on the Boardwalk, is it?  Some very nice man offered to take the picture and we accepted and handed him our cameras!  Then it was on to get ice cream and french fries!

colorsEverytime I see the vivid colors of the sky, beach and umbrellas, it never fails to take my breath!  It’s such a beautiful sight!

While at Linda’s I took a walk and on the way out of her development came across this rose bush ~

rosebushTurning south I found this mailbox, and couldn’t believe it was still in use!

mailbox. . .  and exactly how does the mail deliverer know the address?  This is how!

mailbox2As we walked around the yard at Linda’s we came across some interesting mushrooms.  None of us had ever seen a red mushroom.  Have you?

mushroom. . .  and the final picture is of a variety of holly that we learned was called “Grape Mahonia.”  These bushes are outside of a Grotto Pizza and the hostess saw us examining the bush closely.  When we walked in, she told us the variety was the Grape Mahonia.  Pretty, isn’t it?

GrapeMahoniaSince there’s no way I’m going to take a camera on a shopping trip (wastes too much valuable shopping time!) the rest of our excursions were not recorded and cannot be posted!  Trust me, it was a delightful weekend and one I hope to repeat soon!

 

What is a tourist sight for many is commonplace for us!

Buggy Parking at Costco

Buggy Parking at Costco

This is a common sight in Lancaster County, so common that we don’t even think twice about it. Parking spots are alloted for buggys at restaurants, grocery stores, shopping malls and even the Post Office. Wal-Mart is just one of the many places that even provides “Buggy Sheds” for their customers, protecting both the horses and buggys in inclement weather.

So I got a flyer from my favorite furniture stores here in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and as I was leafing through it, I came across this little item. Now I love these chairs and someday will have one in my home, but I think I’ll wait until they go off sale . . . what do you think???

Not such a bargain after all . . .

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See the tiny little print at the bottom of the sign?  California oranges grown in Florida???

As soon as we pointed that out to the produce clerk, the sign was removed and replaced with one that said “California!”  This was in a brand new BIG grocery store in Lancaster, PA ~

Priceless!

I took Jim to work today and saw this as I was heading home.  So glad I “happened to have” my camera in my purse!  With a store full of lamps, light bulbs and lighting fixtures, what do you see wrong in this picture??  

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Yup!  You read that right, we went to a Waffle House today and it was an experience from the time I stepped out of the car, trying to avoid the Red Bull can and the pile of used chew next to my car door.

The waitress greeted us with an “if you’ll hold it a minute I’ll wipe a table down for you.”  Too bad she didn’t wipe the seat down or the sticky floor down. . . .

placemat/menu at the Waffle House

placemat/menu at the Waffle House

Jim ordered eggs, hash browns, raisin toast and sausage.  I had a sausage patty, pee-can waffle (the waitress’ version of pecan) and a cup of coffee.  The coffee came first in a mug with butter on the inside and something on the lip and dripping down the outside.  I showed it to her and she said “eeewww,” took it and brought me another cup.  After my waffle was delivered I had to ask for syrup and was almost sorry I did ~ there was more on the outside of the pitcher than on the inside. . . .  I didn’t want to complain about everything, so I just forgot it!

Banana Boxers

Banana Boxers

The food was really pretty good; my view wasn’t.  Ever see Banana Boxers?  I got to see them through the entire meal.  Good thing they weren’t any thinner, otherwise I would have seen a whole lot more!  Jim thought it was part of the dude’s line. . . “Wanna see my banana??”

I wish he'd asked for a Pay Check . . .

I wish he'd asked for a Pay Check . . .

 

 

I couldn’t resist taking this picture of Jim when he was paying the bill.  Notice the sign?  Was he picking up a pay check or paying a check?  It just struck me as funny. 

As I stood up to leave I had to remove the paper napkin from my shoe which was covered with sticky stuff (I’m assuming syrup) and I just left what was left on the floor.  If they sweep or mop today, I’m sure they’ll get it up. . . .

Jim and Linda’s experience for Sunday ~

Saturday was sunny!  Wow!  Is it spring?  Doubtful, it was 22 degrees when we got up, but it was sunny!  Something about sunny makes a person want to do something, so we went shopping!

The Master at Work

The Master at Work

After a leisurely breakfast we headed to Lowes and got the paint for the living room.  Last week we had painted the wall next to the stairs as an accent wall.  The color we chose was “Homestead Resort Gold,”  a color in the “National Trust for Historic Preservation” collection.  Jim had his doubts as he put it on the wall, but the finished product convinced him of Linda’s sanity.  He agreed it was what the room needed.

The color chosen for the living room walls was from the same collection and named “Fairmont Lobby Cream.”  It is a much softer hue that complements the deeper gold.  I think it will make the gold pop!

After dropping our fortune at Lowes, we headed for the Vanity Fair Outlet in Reading, about 30 miles north of here.  Reading is a city full of outlets and the Vanity Fair outlet is HUGE.  Everything is at least 1/2 off of the ticket, with many other things much, much cheaper.  Also, in Pennsylvania, there is no sales tax on clothing.  Clothing is a deal!  Hence my closets full of sweaters, jeans, blouses, yada, yada, yada.  Jim ended up with 3 pairs of Wranglers, Linda 5 pairs and 3 t-shirts for Ellis.

After the shopping expedition, we headed home and had to get a bite to eat.  After all it was 2:30 and we hadn’t eaten since early in the morning, and then only toast and juice.  Pizza was the decision, and Infinitos the choice.

Infinito's Pizza, Lancaster, PA

Infinito's Pizza, Lancaster, PA

Now, if you look closely at the picture above, you’ll notice the neighbor to Infinito’s Pizza is non other than Jenny Craig!  Do their clients reward themselves after a good weigh in?  I wonder. . . . 

Infinito’s has a great concept!  For $5.49 you have all you can eat pizza!  There are always a dozen different types of pizza to choose from and they are constantly replacing the pans that have one or two pieces with a fresh pizza!  Jim’s favorite is the Sausage Pizza, Linda’s the Ham Hoagie Pizza (ham, tomato, red onion, and then fresh shredded lettuce when it comes out, it’s delicious!)  

Pizza Bar

Pizza Bar

Included in the $5.49 price, is a fresh (really, really fresh!) salad bar, garlic bread sticks, pasta, alfredo sauce, red sauce and fresh hot cinnamon rolls!  Usually there are also two or three different types of dessert pizza, cherry pie pizza, apple pie pizza, chocolate chip pizza or blueberry pie pizza!  Our favorites are either the cherry pie or apple pie pizza ~ yummo!  Drinks are extra and the only extra on the $5.49 price.  It’s a deal and a great concept!

 

How can you beat these prices???

How can you beat these prices???

The place is exceptionally clean, and somebody is constantly removing empty plates, wiping tables, mopping floors or cleaning the counter.  The help is cheerful and polite and the food fresh, hot and delicious.  We enjoy going there, not only for the price, but for the atmosphere.

The perfect meal for our tired selves and empty wallet. . . . .


I got a lot of hits on one of my blogs recently, and they were all coming from Alpha Inventions. Who are these people was my first thought?? So I checked ~ and you should too, if you want more exposure for your blog!

When I have a particularly interesting blog or I’m looking for an answer to question (like who is that in a particular picture??) and I want a lot of people to see it, I simply go to Alpha Inventions and register that particular blog. Bingo! A lot of hits!

I can’t explain the concept, but it works! Just register your blog and within minutes the traffic will increase. . . tremendously!

Try it; You’ll like it!

We decided to sleep in on Thursday morning since it was BITTERLY COLD outside, and we were not anxious to get out in it!  We also decided to have a real breakfast at the Cosmic Diner.  Hampton Inn had a nice breakfast, but frozen eggs, frozen waffles or cereal and sweet rolls just wasn’t our “cup of tea!”  

We enjoyed french toast (Jim) and a Belgian waffle (Linda) and headed back to the hotel where we packed our bags and bid adieu to our home for 3 days.  One block to the Subway and from there we never left the indoor environment until we reached Lancaster at 4:45PM!

Homeless Person and her residence in the Subway Entrance

Homeless Person and her residence in the Subway Entrance

As we went down into the Subway, we encountered the above woman who was protecting herself from the bitter chill behind an umbrella.  She was huddled with all of her worldly possessions in garbage bags.  Sad sight.

The starkness of Penn Station

The starkness of Penn Station

 Once we got to Penn Station we headed upstairs to Madison Square Garden for a tour of the facilities.  One of the better tours we’ve been on!  (and yes, Penn Station is under Madison Square Garden!)

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Now, we all know how big Jim is and you’d think he’d wear a large shoe.  Well, he does.  However, it appears Jerome James, of the NY Knicks, wears a much larger one.

Jim's shoe vs Jerome James' shoe

Jim's shoe vs Jerome James' shoe

 Another part of the tour that covered the Knicks that Jim enjoyed was meeting a Knicks Dancer.  She was the opposite of Jerome James and had to stand on her tippy toes to even appear in the picture with Jim!!

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The last part of the tour covered the concerts held there.  Elton John has appeared there more than any other performer, with 60 appearances to his credit.  John Lennon’s last public appearance was at one of Elton John’s shows when he surprised him and appeared on stage with him.

Tribute to Stars that have performed in the Garden

Tribute to Stars that have performed in the Garden

 After the tour, it was downstairs to Penn Station and our 2:11 Amtrak ride home.  But first one last picture of New York.  There is a virtual mall in Penn Station, with anything you desire for sale.  This window made me stop and I had to photograph it!

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Home Sweet Home!  It was nice to get away, but nicer to get home!

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