You know that kind of tired - the completely worn out but 100% happy kind of tired?
Well that's what I am right now. My friends and I, along with my daughter, Shannon, visited Mount Dora on Saturday for the Renningers Twin Markets Show and we had the BEST time. Giggles, munchies, pranks, and hugs filled our day and our hearts. I hope to catch up around here and share some of the things that we found with you soon. I got to meet Kimberly of Kimberly Ryan Art. What a sweetheart and her booth was GORGEOUS and Shannon fell in love with everything that this talented girl creates! AND I got to see my dear friend, Donna of The Decorated House again who is as beautiful as ever. I love my Donners.
I even got to meet our Janet of Shabby FuFu fame. (Thank you Sean for taking our picture) You will remember that I had the honor of writing about her beautiful home for Romantic Country and it was a real treat to meet her and her wonderful hubby, Clark, in person. Oh it is a small world, isn't it? And how lucky are we that blogging can bring us all together no matter how near or far we are and even provide us opportunities to meet one day and spend some precious time with kindred spirits?
Sigh. Yes, a VERY tired BUT happy tired. Just what the doctor ordered.
Love,
Kim
Hey ! I just discover your blog and I LOVE IT !
You're now in my fav's and I'll visit it everyday...
Posted by: Marie | November 23, 2009 at 09:32 AM
Hi Marie! It is so nice to meet you!
xo,
Me
Posted by: Daisy Cottage | November 23, 2009 at 09:39 AM
Hi Kim,
Thanks for the information about the two places to visit. I hope to drag DH there when we get to Florida next month.
Hugs,
Connie
Posted by: Connie | November 23, 2009 at 09:39 AM
Hi Kim, Every now and then we get over to the Renningers in Adams Town Pa....it is such a fun way to spend the day...and get some very good antiquing in. Looks like you had a good day.
Susan
Posted by: black eyed susans kitchen | November 23, 2009 at 10:06 AM
That's a wonderful kind of tired, Kim! The photo of you and Janet is very nice, thank you for sharing ~ wish I could have been there to browse and of course, say hi!
xo~Tracie
Posted by: Tracie~My Petite Maison | November 23, 2009 at 10:14 AM
Crap, I knew I should have asked you if you were going. I was there too..up from Ft. Lauderdale. I had a great time and found lots of fun treasures that I can use in my creations. Glad to hear you had fun too (but then again, how could you not have fun!).
Posted by: Barbara | November 23, 2009 at 10:29 AM
Oh how nice Kim....sounds like a great time....I love to visit Donna, she along with you were my first blogging experiences :)
I wanted to pop in and wish you a wonderful Thanksgiving...
All the best,
xo Kathy :)
Posted by: Kathy | November 23, 2009 at 10:31 AM
Oh, how fun! Glad you got to go, I have always wanted to check out Renninger's. And glad you & Donner got to meet up again, I wish we had all had the chance when I was down there.
Posted by: Rhoda @ Southern Hospitality | November 23, 2009 at 10:36 AM
Awww! I can't wait to see what you picked up there! the first pic you posted almost made me squeal! ..okay it did !And I know what you mean .. I love to be happy tired.. wonderful! I need to start traveling..have a lovely day Miss Kim!- Sarahlynn
Posted by: Sarahlynn | November 23, 2009 at 10:42 AM
Hi Kim,
What a great weekend you had! I love shopping the markets too. Isn't it fun spending the time with our daughter.
I also wanted to wish you and your family a very Blessed Happy Thanksgiving,
Elizabeth ~ Home is Where the Heart is~
Posted by: Elizabeth Marchus | November 23, 2009 at 10:49 AM
I know that feeling. My mind is overwhelmed with all that I saw, but also thinking ahead to all the possibilities for what I dragged home!
Brenda
Posted by: Brenda Kula | November 23, 2009 at 10:49 AM
It sounds like the best time! Wish I could have been there. Looking forward to seeing your finds.
xo
Penny
Posted by: Penny @ Lavender Hill Studio & The Comforts of Home | November 23, 2009 at 11:02 AM
Hello Sweet Kim~
I do know that kind of tired!
It was so wonderful seeing you again.
And I love that picture.
Lots of Hugs!
Donna
Posted by: Donna, The Decorated House | November 23, 2009 at 11:12 AM
What fun. Is that a twice a year market? Or are they a permanent sale fixture on the outskirts. I didn't see it when I was there one Christmas. I love it when I meet someone I blog with. YAY! Happy Thanksgiving to you and family. Blessings, Janet
Posted by: Jan | November 23, 2009 at 11:17 AM
Definitely the market has changed since I have been going for the last probably 15 yrs or so.....but still some good things for all. So nice to finally meet you too darlin' girl! Happy Thanksgiving to the McCole family from our family~ xoxo~ Janet
Posted by: Janet (Shabbyfufu) | November 23, 2009 at 12:22 PM
Glad you had fun, Kim. And before too terribly long, I want us to get together. It's been too long since I saw you eyeball to eyeball.
XO,
Sheila :-)
Posted by: Sheila | November 23, 2009 at 12:25 PM
Wish I had been there!! There aren't many places like that here in Texas except for Roundtop in the Fall and Spring. Wish we had more!! Glad you had so much fun!!
Debbie
Posted by: Debbie Phillips | November 23, 2009 at 01:25 PM
Sounds like so much fun! I WANT that little green table!
Posted by: Patty | November 23, 2009 at 01:31 PM
Hey Kim,
Enjoyed coffee today!
Gil
Posted by: Gil Williams | November 23, 2009 at 03:06 PM
Hi KIm,
That's a lovely photo of yourself and Janet.
Fay Marie
Posted by: Fay Marie | November 23, 2009 at 05:20 PM
I love Mount Dora and Renningers! Dragged my own two daughters there numerous times when they were younger, and can look around my house and see things I got there. So glad you got to go, and I look forward to seeing the treasures you got. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. Anne
Posted by: Anne | November 23, 2009 at 05:58 PM
I love that satisfying kinds of tired! We will be in FL soon! Hope I can find out more places to shop! lol Enjoy your week!
Posted by: Lavender Dreams | November 23, 2009 at 06:59 PM
That's such a pretty picture of you... I love your blog. And you! :)
Love,
Olivia
Posted by: Olivia George | November 23, 2009 at 08:47 PM
Kim
Just wanted to stop by and wish you a Very Happy Thanksgiving.
I know the feeling of Happy Tired and that is the best way to be tired. Cute post as always
Maggie
Posted by: Maggie Mallard | November 23, 2009 at 08:48 PM
That's a beautiful photo of you and Janet. She always seems like a lovely person. xx
Posted by: Josephine Tale Pedder | November 23, 2009 at 10:13 PM
You're so fortunate, you take a beautiful picture. Nice one of you and Janet, sounds like it was a fun day.
Posted by: Diane | November 23, 2009 at 11:05 PM
Gorgeous B & W photo.
Take good care, and Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours, Mrs. M!
Posted by: Michele | November 24, 2009 at 09:25 AM
I'm reading a book set in Mt.Dora, Florida! I didn't realize it was a real place!
Posted by: Kelly | November 24, 2009 at 09:49 AM
What a beautiful photo of you two! Thank you for the sweet compliments:) I hope we meet again soon, hugs xoxo Kimberly
Posted by: Kimberly Ryan Art | November 24, 2009 at 04:31 PM
LOL! I had to giggle when I heard "happy tired". I use that term all of the time and my hubby said he had never heard of "happy tired" or "good tired" as I sometimes call it. He says that tired is just....well...tired!
Posted by: Barbara @ Southern Lady's Vintage | November 24, 2009 at 07:05 PM
Sounds like fun! I'll have to make it over there one day.
Posted by: Wendy | November 26, 2009 at 06:51 PM