Magical moments
It was one of those perfect autumn days when the sun is shining, the air is crisp, and the landscape is putting on a spectacular show of fall colors. My friend Judy met me at Shepherd’s Run for their fall festival, and we couldn't have asked for a more beautiful day to get out and enjoy the season. Shepherd’s Run hosts craft fairs around the holidays, so I suppose this was their warm-up for the busy season ahead. But holy cow, was it packed! I've never seen so many people there at once. Even with all that sprawling outdoor space, the crowds were hard to miss. I'm thinking I'd much prefer a visit on an ordinary day, when I can wander at my own pace without navigating a sea of people. There's something to be said for enjoying these beautiful places without the masses! That said, we weren't about to let a few crowds spoil our fun. We strolled around, soaked up the sunshine, and admired all the fall festivities. One of my favorite finds was this adorable flower vend...
