We are taking a walk through Old Town on our way to the train station to pick up a friend. I parked near the Opera House which is only a few blocks away. The train station has parking, but then my #WednesdayWalk with @tattoodjay would be nonexistent.
Many of the building come from another era, many years ago. Like so many towns in Northern Virginia, you get a warm feeling walking through their towns. I am surrounded by towns like this and I love it. People are always amazed that the Washington, DC metro area has these pockets of pretty.
There is so much that can be said for the friendly manner in which I am greeted when I go into the Post Office and see my people. It takes so little effort to be kind to people and extend simple courtesies. Wave to my Post Office workers. Give one, get one.
Up and down the streets, the benches are an adventure and journey for your imagination.
We have only gone about five blocks, but, if you are like me, a nice cappuccino sounds like a nice diversion, a break in the walk. Slow down, you're moving too fast. We did the brisk run through town and now we will take it down a notch. We are running ahead of schedule.
This is one of my favorite places to peruse. Oh, I love my kindle, but, it will never replace the feel of a book in my hands. The sense of it. One day, I will bring you inside. It is pretty unique and doesn't have only books. Do they ever?
We are only a minute from the commuter train station from the Pavillion. Farmers Markets are held here, civic events...they even have ice skating in the winter. In the summer, I have spent many moments listening to the music floating through Old Town via the Pavillion. Lawn chairs and blankets adorn the area and it is like a neighborhood night out.
Quaint little waiting area
And ... here she comes!
Love is all around you!
So the joy may touch your soul
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Some days closing our eyes and letting the warm thoughts beat back the wrong, harsh logic is as good as it gets...but that is ok because sometimes that is just what we need.
You do know I have been known to do a little opera, right. Oh yes, some Pavarotti. Ive been told I probably could have taught him a thing or two, but I am too humble to mention that...
Oh why yes Ill have a cappuccino! You are certainly so much more than generous! Mmm perfect, in fact! Just the way I like it.
Oh my our poor old Amtrak looks like it has been through the war. You ever see the trains in Japan how they gleam! What a shame.
Well this was an all too much fun post and your love picture is the icing on the cake. Just too cute! Great post, Sunshine!
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That's so very true. Sometimes just closing your eyes and letting those thoughts shutout the logic, especially the ones that are harsh... Well, there are days that's as good as it gets sometimes that's as good as you need to have it.
I will admit to knowing that he would Opera hold hands once in awhile, especially your Pavarotti. I'm pretty sure that you would have been a good student right after he fixed your humbleness. No matter what you do.
You know I have to have my coffee and cappuccino or french press or my favorite. And stop making fun of my Amtrak because it will be used and we have to go far here at the states unlike in Japan where the distance is not that great. Ours are workhorses that have been well used. I'm glad you like the post because I sure had fun doing it. By Wednesday walk is right up there with tree Tuesday.
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What a cool place really is like we stepped back in time with you for the walk
Do your thoughts run wild, do you think too much - Ohh yes for em that is the case rain or shine, my mind is running at 1100 Miles an hour LOL
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Oh, yes!!! My thoughts always run on the wild side, just waiting for my brain to shut down... which means I can finally go to bed. I have come to really love WednesdayWalk and how fun it is to take everyone with me. It was a great idea, JJ!
Thank you so much for everything you do.
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@dswigle And thank you for being the kind generous person you are
I have a set routine for my last half hour before I go to bead each night as if not I wont sleep, when I was younger, shoot just five yers ago, I never did that and often I would just forget about sleeping now i make sure to get at least well normally its just get 5 to 6 hours sleep a night
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I love opera, let's go!!
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ME TOO!!! When I lived in Connecticut, I worked in NYC and spent as much time at the Met as I could afford! :)
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It alwalys pleasant to walk around to view what you have surrounded. Train station, bench, the train all is showing disciplinary.
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Thank you so much for your appreciation!
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What a delightful tour! Thanks for taking me along.
Yes, and yes. lol! That made me giggle.
Slow down, you move too fast...
I really enjoyed seeing the old buildings and colourful benches. And Opera Alley. Fascinating. Wonderful post!
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Oh, girl! You are so cool! Thank you so much for being so kind. And for the visit. It's true! My brain never shuts down until I fall asleep. All the little towns outside of Washington, DC are like this. One of the reasons I like the area.
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My mind likes to get flooded with thoughts when I am trying to go to sleep. I've been saying for a few years now that my body is an asshole. lol
I love love love walking through towns like this! <3
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Noooo!!! Mine does too. What's up with that? I wait all day just to slide between those sheets and put my mind to rest.
I love these little towns too and the area is dotted with them!
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All those buildings are really different than what you'd see in a modern town! Well not like they seem ancient at all, but they have that old-timey look to them while still being modern...
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Truth. Some of the towns are hundreds of years old, but, this one, in particular, is really from the early 1900's and a lot of the same businesses are still in the buildings.
Amazing. No?
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Your old Town is quaint and somewhat of a throwback to a gentler time. I love it! I would be walking there and having my coffee every day!
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Yes! I do have coffee a lot there, especially when I am meeting someone. It has more coffee shops than parking meters. LOL
It is a kinder, gentler time and it is reflected in the entire town.
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I would love to visit this town...
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Believe it or not, there are so many towns like this right out of Washington, DC. It is like visiting a different world except they flow right into each other almost seamlessly.
Weird, huh?
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Thanks!
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That looks like an excellent place to take a wander. Nice to know these places still exist where life is at a more sensible pace and people say hello at the drop of a hat.
Please don't. I like this pace just fine :)
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It really is. It doesn't have any big box stores, but, they don't try to gouge you in most of their stuff, so many of the locals shop here.
And people are nice. Well, people are nice most places, I am sure. I always find people that are kind almost everywhere I go.
Yes, the pace is pleasing. I will carry on. :)
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Yep it's so nice to find a place that feels more honest.
The price gouging is rampant in so many stores these days. Short term thinking on their part.
My daughter bought a door stop the other day for £2.50 in Mothercare. The next day she found 3 doorstops for a £1 on a street market stall.
That's just nuts. No wonder these big box stores are going bust?
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Does look real homey, like you say. Thanks for the classy walk. :-)
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Thank you! So many of the smaller towns right out of Washington, DC are like this. Small and full of charm or history... or both. I hope you have a most wonderful Thursday!
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you guys are the best..good and lovely day @dswigle
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Thank you so much, Sam! I wish you the same!
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Ha, ha, ha. dswigle Your quaint little waiting area looks just like the waiting room at our local station except it's blue not brown.
I love those benches. Especially the piano one. Are there more of them? 😊
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Hahaha! Seriously? LOL Well, I think I would rather the blue!
The benches are all over town!
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Yep. Seriously @dswigle.
In fact, may I make a request for a post that is solely dedicated to the benches? 😂
Thank you for the tip as always.
Wishing you a wonder full day. 💙
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Sounds like a great idea! Thanks!
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That was a walk with a difference @dswigle Loved the Grand Old buildings, the Al Fresco Cafes (and the weather forecast outside one of them advisimg that umbrellas were advisable) and I thought the musical very unique indeed. So Cool! (U & R)
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Well, none of the buildings are Grand in that sense, but, they are old and genteel. Does that count for anything? I saw the weather too. And it did rain, but, not till dark!
I like the benches. They are all over town. Thanks for the visit Trudee~
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It was a pleasure to stroll through this part of town with you Denise. I really enjoy seeing the different features in cities around the world. Grand might not have been the best desciption for the old and genteel buildings but they are a pleasant change from the modern buildings and are full of character. Those painted benches are definitely unique and interesting landmarks.
Many thanks for that unexpected tip my friend. Hugs and blessings. xox
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Well, I usually do tip, but, lately, especially when they split the sp, SBD and sp - I have nothing left to tip with. :)
As we are nearing the end of summer in another month, I feel your weather taking a nice turn for the better. :)
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I love seeing pictures and videos of old timey (I know not a real word) main streets like this. To me it always paints a picture of simpler times. Not to say I grew up during said times, but enjoying TV shows and movies like “The Wonder Years,” It is like stepping into that time period.
I also like when there are still remenants and signage of things that once were but are now long gone but they remain because it is part of the history of the town.
Beautiful photos and it looks like you had a beautiful walk. Thanks for sharing! 😎
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Isn't this amazing that it is just outside of Washington DC? So many of the towns here make a seamless transition into the city hard to imagine but it's true.
I agree with you and the fact that it is old timey in between you and me I think we'll make it a word. It is old timey and it feels so good. You can all caught up in that wonderful feeling of neighborliness and loving mankind all over again. Thanks for stopping behind and I hope you have a most wonderful Thursday.
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I loved all the red brick buildings. Those actually remind me of Toronto, I don't see as many of those out here. The park benches are also cool and unique. You add the used bookstores and coffee and I must say that's a perfect walk! Resteemed :)
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Thank you, as always, Keith. You always walk away from my post make me feeling good. Then this is sign of a great comment in my opinion. It's not so much in what you say, but how you make the person feel. Thank you for that and I appreciate the resteem!
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@dswigle this was an awesome post. I felt as if I were right there with you strolling along Old Town. The benches were very artsy and I loved your description of everything.
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Well, I am away from home for a few days, so it is always a challenge to post when away, so thank you so much!
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Enjoy wherever you are! Hope you have a great time!
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Awesome post! Love VA area.
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Me too! It is a really nice area!
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A lovely walk with you! Traveling by train is such a foreign concept to me. I forget people do it every day!
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Loved your walk, luv, and would gladly have a cappuccino with you in these wonderful town so pictoresque! Lucky girl! Big hug and tip!
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This is so pretty place Lady D ! All these buildings in little red bricks look wonderful and all is neat and like out of a movie set, and I couldn't tell at which period .. ;-)
Kibitzing...? I had never heard this word and had to google it, which is funny because we have no equivalent word in french, it has been translated by a long sentence : look on and offer unwelcome advice, especially at a card game. LoL
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beautiful photography
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This kind of posting benefits you ... it is very clear how much you like what you are doing! Incredibly this town and almost unbelievable that I have not seen the signs of the current civilization. Everything seems from another era. Thank you for strolling us along with you!
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you have a very beautiful and original city, Denise! Surprisingly, the city retains its face for years. it was very interesting to see the streets, shops, cafes. this is a very cozy city!
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Simply outstanding day you had there so nice shots awesome :)
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