Well, my little family (it always seems I feel the absence of those who are not with us) went up to Asheville this past weekend. There's nothing nicer when the temperatures start to drop than to take a drive into the mountains and see the changing leaves of Autumn. I'm pretty sure it's my favorite season. The colors just come alive with vibrancy and seem to smile back at you.
I know some people just love Asheville, especially the young and/or artsy, something like the Durango or Manitou Springs (both of CO), but of NC; and it is a beautiful city, I have to say. But it's so spiritually oppressive; I can only take so much. I guess it's that way in just about any place that has a good deal of granola crunch. I'd love to find a town that had the sort of appreciation and embrace for nature, the environment, and the earth - yet holds a holy reverence for the Creator as well. And by that I mean God the Father, Christ our Savior, and the Holy Spirit, of course. I've often wondered what it's like for Christians living there. I visited a church on a visit there, once. It was an awesome experience, and I just adored the varied paintings of a local artist gracing the walls of the foyer; they were such a glorifying testimony to the Lord and humanity. I remain encouraged by that memory.
We've developed a few traditions we enjoy repeating when we are able to head north of a visit. The Lab is probably our favorite restaurant. They have a fresh menu that is varied, unique, and always delicious. We've often stopped there if we only have one meal to enjoy during a day of browsing the shops. And we simply cannot leave without a stop by The Chocolate Lounge. I have looked for some place akin to French Broad elsewhere within NC so that I might enjoy a similar indulgence elsewhere within the state as I drive here and there. So far, it stands alone. If you ever get the chance, you simply have to drop in! Creme brulees, ice-creams, cakes, chocolates, and wonderful coffee served in adorable little handmade mugs. Deliciously divine....
And sometimes I find a little something special to take home with me. This particular trip I stumbled across these adorable and very practical gloves. (Another group of things I love are gloves, caps, and scarves.) When winter comes in a few months and I need to use my smart phone, I won't have to force my fingers to endure the frostiness of the cold. The light grey tips on these are screen sensitive! And now that you know about them, you have a great idea for a Christmas gift...
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