#MarketFriday - Incoming Storm!
The blockchain Godmother @dswigle has deemed that Friday should be #marketfriday and the dude abides. Her latest post is definitely worth visiting here https://hive.blog/hive-196308/@dswigle/market-friday-silence-is-golden if you are even remotely inspired by photography, poetry, tropical memories and delicious food. If not, I am not sure why you would be reading this post. Unless, of course, you are into market Friday posts in the middle of winter! Either way, we have you covered.
While some are languishing in the tropical vibes or even the early arrival of spring, I am up here celebrating the eventual arrival of winter as another snow storm threatens to hit the region. Seeing as we have been spared from winter weather right into the middle of January, some early March snow is not such a bad thing.
While downtown for a couple client visits, I thought I should snaps few pics to show how we are doing in the middle of winter when we are farthest away from Market season. There has been a couple bouts of snow as evidenced by the collections between the cars and the clear sidewalks. Definitely mild when compared to previous winters as we surf the winter month of February into the ever optimistic March.
City Hall stands proud with the flag waving proudly despite the light traffic and notion of fewer people out and about. A couple days ago, we were warned about another snow storm imminently arriving and are starting to fatigue from the dramatic snowmageddon headlines. Maybe people can simply welcome the frozen precipitation without cancelling dining reservations, social gatherings and travel plans. Things seem pretty manageable in the early afternoon.
Traffic is sparse and there are plenty of parking spaces. Sure we hibernate in the winter but Friday afternoon should look a little more lively than this!
The locally-produced all-season chairs are not filled with butts and people enjoying what really is an enjoyable winter day. These are the Market chairs!
The summer market which fills the central courtyard seems many months from arriving. Are we so far from the warmer months when this scene would be dominated by the market tents, local vendors and tourists?
The square is not as impressive as it will be months from now but the buildings stand tall and will last this season as they have countless in the past.
As you can see, we are not in peak market season. There are rumblings of vendor boots and summer events in the courtyard, but we are bracing for perhaps 1 last winter blast of snow accumulation. I may as well stop into the taproom in the courtyard to enjoy a pint while everyone scrambles home.
As the day drew long, it was time to hit the dog park with my furry sidekick. As we were driving there, the flakes finally started to fall. The Fairweather dogwalkers soon departed and left us alone 'til the crazy people showed up in the snow storm to get their dogs some fun time. From this vantage point, I am safely in a shelter while people get snowed upon. blown at and my crazy guy approaches them from the right of the frame. You know these ones are the real dog lovers.
Sir fuzzyface joins me out of the wind for a few moments after another wave of parkies have come and gone. Hopefully, another round of cars will bring more dogs to play with.
As it turns out, we don't need any other dogs or people...or markets for that matter, to enjoy #marketFriday. All we need is to peruse the other posts from across the globe, make the best of the weather we are given, and have fun 'til we are in Market mode way up north here.
Happy Market Friday wherever you are!
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I'm pretty much looking at the same scenery, no downtown, courtyards, or parks, but 6 inches of snow with more falling. Looks like you enjoyed the day, along with the dog.
As you pointed out, not too much activity on what seems to be a gorgeous, mild winter day. The courtyard and the surrounding structures look enticingly quaint. Having a market in this area when things are all a bustle must be fun to be a part of.
Indeed! In fairness, the city put on Lights On Stratford with lighted, interactive displays and outdoor activities the entire month of January. They also have way too many summer activities inspired by the number of tourists and their $$.
So, if they mail it in while the end of winter lingers, we gotta forgive them.
Should be an entirely different scene when spring hits town and I will have to publish a #marketfriday post then too.
Snow thunderstorm!!!
Sometimes, the weather needs to be a little more chill and thrilling than all sunshine and rainbows! How can we properly appreciate the good without it? All kidding aside, I am a New Englander and there is nothing nicer than a little bit of snow and ice to make me feel like the season has turned.
I love skiing, ice skating and sledding, although to be honest, I am enjoying the tropical breeze, but, I got my fix of winter first. I mean, seriously, how DO you think Santa gets around in the sand and palm trees?
Right?
Nobody can beat an empty dog park, it is like having 10 acres all to you and Fido! Your furry sidekick loves it!! Your town is a hopping place when timing is right. I imagine that there is plenty of fun to be had and lots to see in the summertime, when the weather is fine. :) Thanks always for joining the fun!
#MarketFriday began as a way to reach out across the globe and learn about different cultures through their markets, especially local markets and farmers' markets, and eventually branched out and evolved over time from straight shopping to a cultural affair as it highlights how we differ and then again, how much we are alike. We have become a melting pot of culture, but it is still the Rituals, Festivals, food, architecture, and even your language/languages that separate us... Along with the fact that these things are normal for us. There are unwritten rules that rule our social behaviors. I see this as allowing for increased tolerance between cultures and nations, and opportunities to come together on an even playing ground. A strong culture can be beneficial to a country as it promotes unity, especially during a crisis, peaceful debate, and open dialogue. I have learned so much about all of you and it has been an amazing experience. I can only hope that learning about each other can help us work together for a peaceful world. Thank you for being a part of #MarketFriday
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