Sunday, November 20, 2011

Autumn Road


Some roads you take with a purpose in mind, but I prefer roads that lead to the unexpected.  I took these photos on an old farm road that hugs the Connecticut River near my husband's hometown.  We were just wandering when we discovered Cruise, who, according to the sign on his fence, gets bellyaches from apples, but loves carrots, and can eat as many as you give him.  


Sadly, we had no carrots, but we made promises to Cruise for our next visit.  I suppose this means that this little back road will now have a purpose.  


Somehow I think it will still hold plenty of surprises, too.  

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17 comments:

  1. Jacqueline @ HOMENovember 20, 2011 at 5:17 PM

    That last photo of Cruise is absolutely beautiful Gigi.
    Sorry that I've missed a few of your posts....computer trouble AGAIN !! Hope you are well......it sounds as if you are off having adventures !! XXXX

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  2. debra@dustjacketNovember 20, 2011 at 5:36 PM

    The unexpected....what a lovely find, Cruise is gorgeous.
    xxx

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  3. nacherluverNovember 20, 2011 at 7:29 PM

    Love what you have done with these photos. The colors are wonderful. And what a fun name for a horse! Going on (a) Cruise, see you at dinner!

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  4. GailONovember 20, 2011 at 8:38 PM

    It is good to see you back with some gorgeous photos! Love the processing you added...sweet:)

    Have a wonderful Thanksgiving Gigi!

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  5. MaiaNovember 21, 2011 at 12:24 AM

    I love that Cruise's owners took the time put up a sign.

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  6. d smith kaich jonesNovember 21, 2011 at 8:08 AM

    this is why maps should stay behind once in a while. or get lost. i smiled my whole way through this and know y'all must've done the same on your drive. i love the idea of the sign and love that cruise's people know others will honor their words. lucky cruise. lucky you!!

    xoxo

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  7. JulesNovember 21, 2011 at 8:27 AM

    Oh I am so glad to be back Gigi!!! I am travelling some unexpected roads these days and I can only hope that along the way I come along some things as nice as Cruise!!!!!

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  8. TracyNovember 21, 2011 at 8:27 AM

    What a handsome lad is Cruise--great name too! Happy to see you here, Gigi... Wishing you & yours a happy & blessed Thanksgiving week :o) ((LOVE & HUGS))

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  9. windrock studioNovember 21, 2011 at 8:45 AM

    Two of my favorite things, country roads that you take for no reason and beautiful horses! So sweet the sign his people put up and so wonderful the images you got ~ glad you shared, Gigi.

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  10. Marilyn MillerNovember 22, 2011 at 7:45 PM

    Lovely surprises and a purpose with carrots for next time. How fun to meet Cruise.

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  11. SueNovember 22, 2011 at 10:43 PM

    Cruise is gorgeous and your pictures really tell a story! I hope you have been doing well!!

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  12. JakkiNovember 23, 2011 at 9:37 AM

    i LOVE days spent like this...no mission but most definitely ending up with a purpose... a purpose of absolute relaxation.

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  13. Cait O'ConnorNovember 24, 2011 at 8:50 AM

    What a gorgeous horse, I think I would visit him often.

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  14. Relyn LawsonNovember 25, 2011 at 12:15 AM

    The meal has been eaten.
    The kitchen is clean.
    The leftovers are stashed.
    The walk has been taken.
    Everyone is happy and fed and blessed.
    Now I have the time to stop by.
    On this Thanksgiving Day, I wanted to tell you that I am thankful for you; for this blog; for inspiration and connection; for your friendship. Sending you much love, Relyn

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  15. McKennaNovember 25, 2011 at 12:16 AM

    Gigi - your photography just gets better and better. Really lovely.

    McKenna

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  16. CathiNovember 29, 2011 at 12:02 AM

    Beautiful, Gigi. What an absolute stunning setting! I hope your Thanksgiving was fabulous! Hugs and smiles! xxoo :)

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  17. Brenda Leyland @ Its A Beautiful LifeNovember 30, 2011 at 7:42 PM

    I LOVE these... and Cruise is a handsome fella. Very nice to know what he likes for treats.... I'd love a walk down that roadway with you!

    And I love the way your photos are cropped with the rounded edges. It gives a finished look. I'll have to go try it too.

    BTW... my first time vist here and I really enjoyed it!

    You have a winsome blog.. I love its title!

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