An Excursion

Daughter Stephanie and Grandson Wade had a dentist appointment and asked me to ride along. My mind was racing as I said, "I'd love to go." I know that any trip with Stephanie leads to an adventure. The time at the dentist was brief as Stephanie and Wade only needed a check-up and a cleaning. Stephanie told me that she had to go to JoAnn Fabrics and the Fashion Bug. While she selected quilting supplies in JoAnn Fabrics, I browsed. I have piles of fabrics and sewing supplies at home and didn't purchase anything. Next we went to the Fashion Bug which was having a "going out of business" sale. Everything in the store as 70 per cent off. We went our separate ways. I found a white winter jacket that I loved on clearance for $20. When I caught up with Stephanie she had several items, including a jacket exactly like the one I selected. I guess now we'll be twins.

$20 Clearance Jacket

We were hungry so I suggested we go to the Honey Creek Inn. It's a little restaurant with a lot of atmosphere. I wish that I had taken my camera.There are displays of quilts, old utensils, and other rustic items. I navigated the way (hoping that I remembered the location). We arrived and, on entering the restaurant, Stephanie picked up a small brochure. After studying the menu, I selected eggs Benedict (delicious). Wade got an enormous breakfast of eggs, sausage, home fries, and pancakes. Stephanie had eggs and sausage. Everything was delicious!! Then Stephanie looked at the brochure and discovered that Hartley's Potato Chip Factory had a store as did Asher's Candy Factory. The sweet waitress gave us directions to both. I waited in the car while Stephanie went in the potato chip factory. She came out with a huge bag of potato chips. They were seconds (a little darker than those that are sold) for only $3. I took Stephanie's and Wade's picture with the bag of chips after we got home. Then off we went to Asher's Candy factory. The aroma of chocolate filled the air as we walked into the store. The store was wonderful. Along with candy, there was a variety of country decorating accessories, cards, and other gift items. One section of the store was filled with "seconds."

The chocolate covered potato chips was the only candy I bought at regular price. I had never heard of them and was curious about the taste.

I had also never tasted chocolate covered taffy. I tried it on the way home and it was delicious.

These white chocolate covered pretzels look delicious. I also bought a bag of seconds that contained a variety of chocolates.

There was a rack of Valentines with a vintage look. I bought three for just $1.We left and headed home. On the way home, we saw a craft store where we had previously shopped. Unfortunately, it was closed. We arrived home and I insisted that Stephanie come in the house so that I could take a picture. My sweet daughter humored me, although she said that she was tired. Stephanie and Wade left and silence permeated my home. I thanked God for my family