Saturday, March 24, 2012

STRAWBERRY BANKE

I had this past Friday off from work as I needed a long weekend to clear my head and rejuvenate. I could not have chosen a better day off. The sun was shining and I did not have to worry about a coat. I decided I wanted to drive out to Portsmouth, NH. Its probably (next to Keene and Peterborough) my favorite town in NH. It has adorable shops and restaurants and has ocean views. Nestled in the downtown is Strawberry Banke, an old Colonial Village. I've been a few times mainly on school field trips. They would have actors dressed in traditional garb, re-enacting village life. For some reason, maybe because it was off season (???) The place was deserted and anybody was free to roam the premises. I got lost for over an hour and a 1/2 exploring the grounds and taking far too many photos of the gorgeous houses painted in the prettiest assortment of pastel rainbow colors.  There was also my dream greenhouse. You guys, this place was a dream!!! I'm about to photo dump you guys, but this place was too amazing not for me to share everything! All photos taken with my brand new iPhone 4s!
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13 comments:

  1. A total dream! Adoring the 5th one down, especially. By the way, hi! I've been reading your blog for a long while now. I am Lauren Grothe on Pinterest, I believe we're friends on there. :)

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    1. Thanks, Lauren. Nice to officially meet you! Haha.

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    1. It was my personal favorite as well! The purple door is amazing!

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  3. A beautiful place, really!
    And the list of the previous post is so useful.
    Ciao!

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    1. I highly recommend a visit if you ever come to New England! I'm glad you liked my rituals they have been very helpful to me.

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  4. I'm a sucker for a good green house; this place looks wonderful :)

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    1. This seriously was my ultimate greenhouse!

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  5. I am such a geek for history like this! I particularly like thinking about the social history side and how people lived. Looks like an interesting place, and a beautiful day.

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    1. If history tickles your fancy, you'd love this place!

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  6. You're welcome! Thank you for stopping by!

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  7. these pictures are so beautiful....

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  8. these pictures are amazing <333
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