Monday, October 23, 2017

There's No Place Like Home...

except Rhinebeck...
This past weekend was my big 3 day weekend at the 
I have so much to share, so much to talk about, it was a really wonderful experience.
I have never gone on a "girls" weekend and I had a blast.

This is the driveway leading to the big, beautiful home we stayed in...

The house was surrounded by woods...



except in the back, there was this beautiful pond, and spectacular view.

When we weren't at the festival, we were on the back deck, knitting.

Here we are, all 10 of us...

this house became home, and we had a fabulous time.

And here we are, Leanne and I...

Leanne wrote this on Facebook and it made my heart smile...

"This lady makes me smile. 
She's no longer a Rhinebeck virgin, it means the world to me to have her with us. 
Our friendship began as teacher and student and now we are family for life."

I am so happy to have this beautiful soul in my life.
We will be friends forever, because, well, Rhinebeck does that to you!

oooooooh and I am exhausted!!

26 comments:

Sally said...

You just can't know how happy I am for you, Debbie. So glad you had a wonderful time with nice ladies, and a beautiful place. :)

xoxo

Beside a babbling brook... said...

I think everyone had a wonderful time!!!! And you are no longer a "Rhinebeck Virgin"!!!! -grin- I love it!

What a house! I take it, that people around there, rent out their homes, on this weekend.

Must be a big family, during the rest of the year. Although no, around here, the rich build McMansions, with 2 people living in them.

Rest!!! Relive wonderful memories. Plan for next year. :-)

Lots and lots of gentle hugs,
Luna Crone

Andee said...

I am so glad you were there with us. I am so glad you are part of our fiber loving community. We would still love you even if you didn't knit, but isn't it amazing what can happen when you pick up two sticks and a ball of yarn! There is so much more to this wonderful craft then just a finished object. It takes you on amazing journeys and I am so glad you are on that journey with us. You are amazing and your pictures are beautiful by the way!!! Now go rest up :)

Leanne Coppola said...

I second Andee's comment. You'll never know how much it meant to me to have you with us. I'm so so so happy. I'll never forget this weekend.
And i will NEVER forget those kind words you said to me on our drive home. :)

Ashley said...

these pictures are so sweet! i love the last photo...so much joy!

Author R. Mac Wheeler said...

What a wonderful place (and people)

eileeninmd said...

Hello Debbie, WOW! What a gorgeous place, the home is lovely. The views, trees and colors are gorgeous. Everyone looks happy to be there, great collection of photos. So glad you had a great girl's weekend! Enjoy your day and the new week ahead.

Linda said...

Gorgeous place and such a beautiful group of happy smiling ladies!

Marie Smith said...

Rest up, Debbie. It looks like such fun and a beautiful area!

♥ Łucja-Maria ♥ said...

Great place and nice meeting with friends.
Debbie, you have beautiful memories.
Greetings.

Unknown said...

I knew you'd have a fantastic time!!
SO happy that you did this.
xo.

Kim said...

I cannot imagine you ever not having a blast wherever you go, Debbie. Your weekend away sounds fabulous. How lovely to spend some time away with "the girls". Gorgeous scenery and what a lovely place you stayed. Now for some relaxing time, knitting.

Jenn Jilks said...

I so wish I could get along in groups! I'm happy for you!

Sue (this n that) said...

All that fun, laughter and happiness just radiates from your post Debbie!
I love the photo of all 10 of you wearing beautiful hand knits.
Such a picturesque place to have this lovely get-together too.
Thank you for sharing it with us :D) xx

Brian King said...

Wow, that place is gorgeous! Glad you had such a great time!

Christine said...

How fantastic for you Debbie! Looks like a wonderful group & a gorgeous new "home" with amazing views!

Sallie (FullTime-Life) said...

Debbie -- what a fantastic experience. I don't knit (I don't do anything) but I loved the girls weekend and the joy of bonding. Love this.

Lowcarb team member said...

I am so pleased for you.
The photographs are brilliant and so lovely to see you and all of the group having a wonderful time.
I just knew you would!

Happy settling back at home time ...

All the best Jan

Michelle said...

This looks/sounds like such a perfect time!

The Furry Gnome said...

Looks like a wonderful place, and sounds like a wonderful time! Mrs. F.G. leaves for a three day quilting retreat tomorrow morning.

Anvilcloud said...

Looks like a great place in a fine autumn setting.

LeAnn said...

I am so happy that you had this girls moment of time. It looks like you had such a great time and I loved the group photo and the one of Leanne and you.
The place looked so wonderful, peaceful and fun. I love that you had time to all knit together inbetween other activities. I think this was an marvelous adventure for you!
Blessings and hugs!

Margaret Birding For Pleasure said...

Wonderful not only for you but all the other ladies. The colours of your fall are glorious Debbie

BeachGypsy said...

What a lovely group of ladies and oh my goodness--that is such a gorgeous home and very pretty scenery!! Hope you have lots more pictures to show us?

Prunella Pepperpot said...

What a wonderfully happy post. Soo great have such an amazing group of friends to have a jolly with.
Have a brilliant weekend :)

UplayOnline said...

I think this was an marvelous adventure for you!


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