Well, I am alive after all and not felled by a mighty ax! I was expecting Lizzie Borden to arrive in the guise of my blogger friend, Cindy of Photos from the Loony Bin. It was our first meeting. In fact, it was my first meeting with any blogger friend, period, so I had serious reservations about self preservation.
The meeting was to be in a public place of course, so we could size each other up and discern any lurking danger in the confrontation. It was in a funky pink painted restaurant with a statue of King Kong outside and photos of Elvis Presley inside. I figured if the prospect of meeting in such a place deterred them (Cindy and spouse), they might really be nefarious criminals who would never love me for who I am.
But suddenly there we were, two blogger friends (and spouses), actually face to face! And it was as if we had known each other for years!
We talked and talked and got to know each other and laughed and laughed over nothing in particular. And then I fell into my tour-guide persona and we took in all the exciting, dramatic, and fabulous sights and sounds in this part of the world.
Who would want to miss Foamhenge I ask you (a replica in Styrofoam of Stonehenge in England)?
And then there was the Natural Bridge where it got so cold there were icicles on its walls.
And who could resist our downtown which closes up at 5PM?
I think it was the next day, in Stonewall Jackson’s back garden, when I decided I really like this pair from the Snowbelt of Canada. They are warm enough to light up a room.
And they aren’t ax murderers after all. They were simply perfect strangers who feel like perfect friends.
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How wonderful!!!
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Well, why didn’t you say they were from Canada. We Canadians are all suppsed to be nice. It’s in the manual! 🙂
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I kinda knew that Lilly! Did I tell you my oldest friend is from Thunder Bay, Ontario?
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It sounds like you had a lovely visit! And not at all surprised that you felt like you’d known them for years. I’ve exchanged comments with Cindy too and she’s great.
Nancy
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I know where Thunder Bay is! My grandparents (both dead) had a second house in the U.P. since my aunt (now nearly 80) was a little girl. Thunder Bay was where you ended up if you got into a bad enough accident and had to be airlifted out. Thankfully, that never happened to anyone in my family but there was always some tourist who got an unexpected trip to Canada (years ago before nationalized medicine). Yep, straight across from Copper Harbor.
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I am glad you and Ms. Looney met — and that she and her husband did Canada proud, though I am not surprised–both of you have become good blog friends (of mine)–I will have to join the mix someday
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Wow! I didn’t realize the blogging friend(s) you were going to meet where from Canada! I thought maybe they lived nearby. I’m sure they enjoyed having you as a tour guide. Glad it went well!
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Very nice!
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So happy you all had the best time together!
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How fun, Dor!
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I think this is where I say, “I told you so!” So glad it was fun.
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I totally enjoyed meeting them at the shop. They simply couldn’t be nicer or more fun-loving. Thanks for bringing them by!
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Yes, she’s definitely fun and with her husband, Mike, they are a delightful pair. 🙂
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I visited my old friend in Thunder Bay once. Did you know it was originally called Port Arthur?
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Ms. Looney was fairly sane and so much fun. And yes, we talked about having a blogger convention one day, and invite all our favorites. You are already on the list. 🙂
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They were on their way back to Canada after a week of vacation in Isle of Palms, South Carolina. So they took a detour for our blogger meeting. What fun. Now let’s plan a blogger convention Dianna. 🙂
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Hope we didn’t distract you too much so early before opening the shop Julie. Cindy and Mike loved meeting you and the shop too, and I have a feeling they will be back! 🙂
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What fun! Glad you survived 😉 and glad you got to meet your blogger/friend. Sounds like you all had a lovely time.
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No, cool. I was raised 70 miles NW of Ottawa. I still have a citizen. It’s my escape hatch if I can’t stand it any more! 🙂
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I’m ready!
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How funny! To discern “any lurking danger”!! I am smiling to ear. I have survived many a meeting with a blogging friend. Glad to hear that you did, too!
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Don’t worry LouAnn, we’re planning on coming to visit you this summer, so get ready LOL!! Remember to have lots of chocolate on hand!!
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We have to memorize that manual in our Canadian schools as kids don’t we? LOL. Virginians must have that same manual too because Dor and her hubby were awesome!
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Aww, thanks Nancy 🙂
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It was great meeting you too, and we loved your shop!!
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Thank you for the kind words Dor :). I truly enjoyed our visit because you were just as wonderful as I knew you would be! I wish it could have been a longer visit, but I am just glad we made the time to take the detour to Lexington. It is now one of my very special memories!! Oh, and by the way, check the bedroom closet. I think Mikey left the axe in there LOL!! 🙂
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How nice that it turned out well for everyone!
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It sounds like a wonderful day! I also enjoyed the pictures of the Natural Bridge. It brings back memories of visiting it years ago.
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What fun you did this!
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It really was an interesting meeting and great fun – like connecting with a pen pal. 🙂
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It was a first time and I am still vowing not to get too complacent about potential ax murderers, just because Cindy and Mike seem so sweet and kind. 🙂
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I couldn’t find the ax Cindy. He must have hidden it some place so he could find it for use upon your return.
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I have been there so many times, but it is always just as awesome.
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It was much like a blind date with a happy outcome. 🙂
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Mwah ha ha!!! 🙂
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I’m so glad you had a great visit. I didn’t realize they were from Canada, either. That was quite a trip!
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Actually, they were on their way home from a vacation in South Carolina and took a little detour so we could meet! I’m so glad they did.
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