A Drive in the Country

Yesterday was a rare weekday off for Mr.W, and we decided to go for a drive in the country (in spite of gas priced at $4 per gallon). It was a perfect day--sunny, not too warm and not too cold.



We found ourselves in Deansboro, NY at the Berry Hill Book Shop. Well, we call it a Book Barn, because that's what it is.



Complete with chicken coop and chickens... you can see a rooster here, and immediately to the left of that very proud (and LOUD) rooster is a wee little chicken. I tried to get a better photo but she wouldn't have it--her plumage was black-and-white speckled, with a lovely feathered crown all around her head. She was fantastic.



Anyway, the Berry Hill Book Barn is three stories of used and rare books. It's one of those dusty places where you can get lost for a couple of hours in literary ecstasy.

If you ever find yourself in Deansboro, check them out at 2349 State Route 12B in Deansboro, telephone 315.821.6188.

I bought these two books from the dollar shelves.



Check out this kitchy food styling! The picture on the right is of a nicoise salad--notice the tuna in can-shaped rounds.



We spent more time a-wandering, finally returning to our favorite movie theater for a 3:45 showing of--you guessed it--Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull! We enjoyed the movie, though it had an unexpected element that was not evident in all the previews. The soundtrack was fabulous.

And might I say Harrison is looking mighty good?