The last time I saw this shrub was in Alabama. That one was native. This one may not be. There are ornamental varieties as well. Anyway, it's a Beautyberry, and now I know it when I see it.
The primary reason for the trip was to pick up the new foam for the trailer. Got it! Darn good thing it was a warm day. It smelled so strong I had to drive home with the windows open all the way. It will be temporarily living on the deck until it finishes off-gassing! Took the picture when I got home, just after dark.
Next bit of loot was a really, really good salad at Moni's family restaurant. Mixed greens, apple, cranberries, cucumber, tomato, feta cheese and grilled chicken. The pita bread was warm. All for $10. Total winner! I was feeling overwhelmed by so many chain restaurants, so I asked Google to find a family restaurant. Success.
In Grand Rapids on the way back I went to two other stores- I'll show you those purchases another day. I'm shopped out (doesn't take much to accomplish that). But the last bit of loot was a lovely evening sky. I had to snap it on the fly, though.
This is all the news- 8 hours of driving is enough. Big List is still at 73 items with 28 crossed off, leaving 45 to go in 50 days.
 | See Beautyberry |
3 comments:
A truly "quality day!"
I hate driving any more. 8 hours of it would be too much for me.
Good idea asking google for a family restaurant.
Vanilla- lots of good things!
Ann- This was not my favorite activity, but it's done.
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