Harris Rd at Church Rd 2012
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Stone Donuts
I've been asked about the "stone donuts" that decorate many front yards around here. They are old mill stones. Appealing, rustic, a reference to days past - a nice addition to any landscape... and too heavy to be stolen by the neighbors.
Dentist's Tree
I was not expecting this. I nearly ran off the road when I first saw it. I think it's brilliant!
Local dentists have used the dead tree in front of their office to advertise their business. One side shows a rabbit with a toothbrush.
The back side of the tree is signed by the artists (clever critters!).
Austell Rd at Stallion Rd near the East-West Connector 2004
Close-up of rabbit with toothbrush
Another side of the tree shows a beaver with a snack.
Close-up of beaver with snack
The back side of the tree is signed by the artists (clever critters!).
Signed on the back by the artists
Friday, March 2, 2012
Moss Blacksmith Shop
Next door to the Fickle Pickle in Roswell is the Moss Blacksmith Shop, a real, working blacksmith shop run by Kenneth Moss and his sons, Tim and Ken. These gentlemen create fine iron sculpture, tools, gates and much more.
Evidence of blacksmithing work - done and waiting to be done - can be found around the property.
Most delightful to me, however, was the discovery of two little pony shoes embedded in the entranceway. I felt I had found the thumbprint of the artist.
Canton St, Roswell 2012
Friends are welcome
Evidence of blacksmithing work - done and waiting to be done - can be found around the property.
Large round saw
Stew pot
Wheel and architectural items
Most delightful to me, however, was the discovery of two little pony shoes embedded in the entranceway. I felt I had found the thumbprint of the artist.
Pony shoe
The Fickle Pickle
Recently my friends took me to a delightful restaurant, the Fickle Pickle, in Roswell.
The restaurant is located in an old home.
A large pickle welcomes you at the door and displays the specials. I recommend the Fried Green Tomato sandwich - tasty!
Since my friends would kill me if I included pictures of them demolishing their sandwiches, I have included some shots of the outside of the restaurant instead.
The restaurant is located in an old home.
Canton St, Roswell 2012
A large pickle welcomes you at the door and displays the specials. I recommend the Fried Green Tomato sandwich - tasty!
The pickle
Since my friends would kill me if I included pictures of them demolishing their sandwiches, I have included some shots of the outside of the restaurant instead.
Roof ornament
Kitchen window
Magnificent old tree in the back yard
Many thanks Margaret, Joanne, Janice and Nancy! I love you guys!
Sawnee
Statue honoring Sawnee, local leader in the Hickory Log District of the Cherokee Nation. This sculpture is located in front of the visitor center and trail entrance at Sawnee Mountain Preserve.
Sawnee Statue 2012
Spot Rd, Cumming
Many thanks to Sandy for helping me find this wonderful surprise by the side of the road!
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