A glorious Saturday morning, the temperature was mid 60’s,
the sun was shining brightly, and I was finally able to visit the Fresh Market
on King St. in Alexandria. An event that is held every Saturday, and is well
worth a visit.
From the fall necessities like pumpkins and squashes, to vegetables
and fruit. There were fresh breads, scones, jams and all the things you’d
expect from the market, along with jewelry, local pottery, an author selling an
illustrated children’s book, and artists.
One such artist, Len "Leonardo" Garon (www.LenGaron.com) even
graciously consented to be photographed with his work. A versatile painter his
work includes landscapes, monuments and dogs, among other scenes. The award winning
artist displays his work right in the market, but his work is in the art
collection of the White House, as well as other galleries. He is well
established and I love the fact that he participates in the local weekly event.
It is a delight to walk through the market, and I hope to go
every Saturday if possible. There is a coffee stand, and a few steps away,
fresh scones and rolls are available for a quick al- fresco snack. Further down
the way, a local bakery was selling artisan breads that would make your mouth
water. The best part, it is walking distance from the apartment.
I continued on to the waterfront, and heard the Umbrellas of Cherbourg being played. I
tipped the musician, we chatted briefly, I told him I haven’t heard that melody
in years and it brought back many memories for me. I walked away, and heard Under Paris Skies, of course I stayed
and listened. It was indeed a perfect morning. I came back to the apartment and
started writing.
Cheers,
Margot
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