Mocs and Buns

Conversation with this fellow revolved around atlatls (primitive projectile weapons) and favorite children's books (the Redwall series by Brian Jacques).

From Romania With Love

My outfit for the day! The blouse was given to me by a kind older man I met at a swing dance in Providence. 

"I am going home to Romania, and as you are a seamstress, perhaps you would like a hand-embroidered blouse from my country?"

I only ever met him three times.

The Genuine Article

This girl braved the chilly, damp air to bring music to the fair. 

Rustic Charm

I was delighted to run into this particular friend of mine, who was a little shy but posed willingly for my camera. 

Stylin'

"I'm taking pictures for the Common Ground Style Blog."

"Oh, and you think we're stylin'?"

The Hat Lady

Mature Taste

This elegant lady was gracious but skeptical when I asked to take her picture. I explained my story, and she said, "I don't like it when people take pictures without asking. Thank you for asking."

Thank you for allowing it!