Well, after spending all week back at the Casa with exception to my lake runs, the weather was beautiful this weekend to get out. You know I can't stand being in doors. Our fair hamlet of New Hope is generally packed to the gills this time of year. The autumn is the busiest season for the town, with many shopping the antique shops in and out of town, not to mention most want to come here to "feel the chill of the spook and specters of the town, as New Hope is one of the most haunted towns in the US. If one is in tune with such things, you will gather the sense and vibe of things. After being a ghost town since July, and many places gone from the closures, the crowds were still back full force...but unless you have a reservation or mask, your not getting in anywhere, which I found very smart. I would say 90% of the people just walking had masks on too, which was nice to see. I had a lovely walk along the canal before heading to my second meal out since this whole mess happen. It was lovely. Since I know the town like the back of my hand, I know how to avoid the crowd. It felt good to get out.
I would have normally jumped in...but to cool now. Im surprised they didn't have the pool covered up yet.
Stopped to feed the ducks.
I hit one of my favorite places Zoubi, for dinner. They were very happy to see I was still around. It's a small place, but so cool. I told them this was only my second time since March dinning out. The owner gave me two slices of cheesecake for dessert to take home on the house!!! I was one of three tables being sat... so I felt safe... and I enjoyed a lovely Manhattan or three.
I also hit up the Mystickal Tymes to pick up some smug sticks I use at home. I love the smell of the cedar wood to burn to scent the home. And who knows, I may have even got some provisions to cast a spell or two over the great ass....bwahahahahahahahaha!
And whether you believe in spells and potions are not , trust...they have everything one needs here to get the job done. Edward and Eric, the owners, are very knowledgeable on all things witchcraft and will help direct such spells and events. I love the wall of the ingredients...
And the lovely and all knowing Morgana, the 22 year old shop cat. I think she deserves to sleep wherever she wants. She a friendly cat, loves pets, just don't cross her...she just may be a white witch!!!!!
Now let me start this potion to unleash the spirits and the dead. I have been told from certain sources they will join my squirrel and aviary invasion's to end and wipe out DC. You didn't think it was pure luck the covid hit the white house by chance did you?
Bwahahahahahahahahahaha haaaaaaa
bwahahhaaa ha.......
Looks like a loverly time out and about!
ReplyDeletetake care, xoxo :-)
The gnomes would probably love the pub ales here.
DeleteI noticed the gay pride flag outside the witchcraft shop. Don't trifle with gays and witchcraft! Get that potion made ASAP Mistress!
ReplyDeleteThat first picture is breathtaking.
I AGREE. I still say Ryan Murphy needs a season of AHS surrounding this town.
DeleteThese are usually my favorite posts. I always love seeing your town. Morgana is amazing 22 years? Their has to be something to that, right? I have no wear of interest to go around here, everything is dump chains to eat and shop at.
ReplyDeleteNice to see you again Timmy! I got your sweet message when I was away, Thank you! Yes 22! Can you believe it?
DeleteMistress...nothing like a day of witchcraft and manhattans. You must be bushed darling, bushed!!!
ReplyDeleteI should come to New Hope and visit if not for the move.
I agree, Tis rather all tiring dear. Yes...you should come visit, but Ill see you before.
DeleteLooks very beautiful and wonderful and gay. (As in happy.)
ReplyDeleteWelcome Ricko!!!!! Those are definitely three words to describe my fair hamlet. And it is also very gay...nice size gay community here.
DeleteAnother gorgeous tour, ending with the fabulous Morgana!
ReplyDeleteIsn't that the perfect cat name Bob? I knew I had to get her picture for my cat lovers.She's a grande dame at 22.
DeleteWilliam and I have wondered how New Hope was doing. When we drove threw back in June it didn't look good. Your pictures have made us feel right back to home again. That cat in the witch shop is gorgeous! A long like for a cat. 22!!!! We arrived back at the shore now for another month..for a change of scenery. Halloween at the beach should be intresting.
ReplyDeleteEnchanting! In oh, so many ways... just like the Mistress, herself. Cheers, dear. Sounds like you had a lovely. Sweet dreams.
ReplyDeleteIt did feel good to get out. Back when it gets cold and no outside dinning, my days of a meal out will be done. I won't do dine in.
DeleteA Witch Shop with a beautiful white cat -- magickal!
ReplyDeleteremind me to never ever piss you off.
ReplyDeleteOh henny, I haven't been to New Hope is years!!!! I never experienced a town like it to date either. I thinks a day trip should be in the works.Nice pictures too.
ReplyDeleteIf you can get out and do it safety if feels great doesn't it? I could use a New Hope day. I can't think of a place like it here in CA. Love that first picture of the Victorian.
ReplyDeleteThe new owners just finished giving it a face lift!
DeleteI am adoring the place you dined with the wall herb garden with frame around it. That is so creative. I would fit right in back in New Hope...but I don't miss the US that much to ever come back. Hope you enjoy time out. Loved seeing the witch shop.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful place to live. Everywhere is so clean and litter free!
ReplyDeleteThe restaurant sounds divine.
I bet you can't believe it but I have never ever had a Manhattan! I need to Google it and try one.
Take care. Xx
Just take then to slip. They can be strong.
DeleteI would love to visit! I will bring Mr Devine - I think he would enjoy the hocus pocus!
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Oh wouldn't that be a lovely time Scarlet? We can dine on Rocher Ferrero candies all day!
DeleteThe pride sign in the one witch shop (to my eyes, it looks more like a bumper sticker) made me think of the old sitcom Bewitched. Dick Sargent (the second Darren), Paul Lynde (Uncle Arthur), George Tobias (Abner Kravitz), Maurice Evans (Maurice, Samantha's father), and Agnes Moorehead (Endora, Samantha's mother and Maurice's estranged wife) were all gay. Elizabeth Montgomery was straight, but rode in a convertible with Dick Sargent in a pride parade a few years before she died.
ReplyDeleteYour correct Kirk, there is indeed a new Hope celebrates pride banner hanging there. They are all over town, but seems fitting to be here at the witch shop right?
DeleteAll the photos are wonderfully inspiring - but I love the Witch Shop the most - and the beautiful 22 yr old cat.
ReplyDeleteA friend of mine had a cat that lived to be nearly 24!
You would really love this town Jon...so much of it is right up your alley.
DeleteLoved the pics!
ReplyDeleteAnd now I wanna go to that Witch Shop! Maddie!
XOXO
It's not big, but you can look around at things for an age...and eric will anaswer all and any question about anything.
DeleteThank you for your magic! Keep up the good work.
ReplyDeleteSo glad you get out and about. And that you enjoyed a fine meal out with a libation or few. It does the soul good to get out in the fresh air.
ReplyDeleteI haven't braved eating indoors yet.
DeletePretty, pretty place, we must visit someday, when it is safer. Cast a few spells. DO they have Love Potion #9?
ReplyDeleteMORGANA! I will call you this week so we can plan some mischief.
ReplyDeleteOK! I will give you some dates.
DeleteI think there may have been a whole shit-ton of spells sent that way. I am only sorry that he hasn't suffered enough to make it sink in and matter to him. So, we got yet another ridiculous and very expensive photo op, putting more govt. employess in danger. (Oh, yes, Ms. Collins, he's learned his lesson alright - that you Rethuglicans will allow him to get away with anything.)
ReplyDeleteLovely, lovely town!
Me and one of my gay peeps who is also not working did a day trip to new Hope last week...it was heavenly and not crowded at all. During the week is the time to go, your right. And we went into the witch shop too, it was bad ass.
ReplyDeleteThat place sure looks beautiful, and that shop looks like it would be a great place to visit!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for sharing!
Welcome Lon, thank you so much for stopping in! I really love my fair hamlet.
DeleteI always enjoy your photos of New Hope - well, of everywhere you go, really. That little pool and terrace is lovely! I would've dipped a toe in - and maybe more (it's got to be warmer than the sea here). Are you sure you won't partake? ;)
ReplyDeleteWell....if you dip in.....i might reconsider.....
ReplyDeleteOh, I hope those spells worked!
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