Saturday morning I dug out an old flannel shirt and wool socks and headed to the farmers market, under clear blue sky's and trees with bright yellow leaves.
Little Red Riding Hood ain't got nothing on this lady with her hoodie and basket of treats. She told me exactly where to get that basket should I need one for myself.
I decided this should be the week that I figure out what the difference is between a Beauregard, an O'Henry, and a Japanese sweet potato. I also bought a big bunch of swiss chard because it was so beautiful and tender looking. I am substituting it for lettuce in salad these days. I like the slightly chewier texture.
I almost dropped every single thing I was holding when this baby came around the corner. I embarrassed myself profusely by saying ridiculous things to him in a crazy voice but I couldn't help myself. You would have done it too.
The lady from Whispering Cedars farm told me today that she names all the combinations of mums she puts together. "That one is trick or treat" she told me, "it's my favorite". Mine too.
This mom and daughter duo were having a hard time trying to decide which mum to take home with them. I sure wish I would have noticed their shoes and socks when I was taking the photo or I would have gotten a close up. I think we have about 6 Saturdays left before the market closes up shop for the winter. I will be on a mission to find them for an interview and photo shoot.
that baby is a cute one--he reminds me of Prince George with those chubby little cheeks-adorable! yes, I would like to see those socks up close so hope you can find them again and that mum combo is gorgeous!! We skipped the market this week-it was raining..
Posted by: Janet Ghio | 10/13/2014 at 06:06 AM
I've never considered chard for a salad green. Let me know how that works. Most of the chard I see in the supermarket looks tough as leather.
I've always been a shoe watcher, it's the first thing I notice about a person. Those shoes & socks look like a story might be connected to them. Hope they show up again.
Trick or Treat mums...perfect!
Posted by: Joan | 10/13/2014 at 12:01 PM
Looks like you got dressed to match the outdoors. (check out the colors in the first and second photos - spot on) Love those fun socks. Your market looks great - wish ours was larger.
Posted by: Leslie | 10/13/2014 at 02:17 PM
Did you know there is a company that sells pairs of socks which are intentionally mismatched? I got some for my granddaughter who never matched her socks anyway! Oh the fun of being an 8 year old. She's now 12 and doesn't go in for that any more. :(
Posted by: Maureen | 10/13/2014 at 03:07 PM
That is a wonderful basket isn't it. It would be great for storing and transporting yarn in ! Just saying.... xx
Posted by: Amy at love made my home | 10/13/2014 at 04:13 PM
The socks are Solmate Socks. I have 5 pair and I love to wear them around the house instead of slippers. Super nice people and their motto is "Life's too short for matching socks."
www.socklady.com
Posted by: Pam R | 10/14/2014 at 04:58 PM
yep, love the socks. I have several pairs that I have bought over the last 5 years or so because they are $18-20 per pair. they are very nice, made from 80% cotton, 19% nylon 1% lycra. they shrink a little bit, but are very warm and comfy. I get them locally in ny and vermont, but you can find them at www.socklady.com.
I so love your farmer's market posts. thanks for sharing them with us.
p.s. cute baby, beautiful mums
Posted by: maryk | 10/15/2014 at 06:48 AM