Amish Auctions and Farmers Market

On Saturday Michael and I went to an Amish Auction. The proceeds go to the 5 Amish Schools in Berks County. Michael and I are often at the auctions but this one comes once a year. I am often amazed at the fine quality of items and hand made items such as quilts, baked goods, trees, flowers, animals, hay, tractors; anything that you could possibly imagine you might need for house, home and farm. Afterwards we had stopped by Reddners Farmers Market in Topton. Here are just a few pictures of some of what I had seen. I hope that you enjoy them and someday take an opportunity to go to one yourself.

The sounds of cars and horse drawn carriages on the road. the rain clouds beginning to form again. The smells of fresh hay and mud. Fresh baked goods and wood smells. Smoked meats and cheeses. So many smells that reminded me of Germany and the many shops that I had been in all in one location.

Kids Court

Here is a thought.
The other day, Teagan came in the house very upset. She had said that the neighbor kid across the street, came to see about playing. He apparently had set up a rouse to have her come out and jump on the trampoline at another neighbors house who has a large dog in anticipation to scare her. He had said leave your cell phone at home because you don't need it, preempting a phone call for help as was done before. While jumping on the trampoline , they would try to push her off and have the dog jump on her. Thinking that this was funny. They pushed her in front of the dog, which terrifies her and they all knew this from prior experiences. These are her words and it sounds really cruel. If you where a kid and had heard this what would you think? How would you handle this "premeditated malicious behavior", my words. How about a kids court and you be the judge. Remember this is only one side of the story.

Geocashing?

If you need a reason to go out and explore. Try geocashing some time. When money is tight and you need to get out of the house and the mall, well, gets to be to much. Try this treasure hunt and adventure. You will really enjoy the fact that you are out and about and spending some time with friends and family. geocashing.com