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Wednesday, July 10, 2024

Southern Oregon, A few more Glimpses

 Across the street from the Orth House, where we were staying was a beautiful garden shop. I loved the look of this garden table and chairs, though it doesn't look that comfortable.

The main reason for this small adventure was to attend a garden party and concert at the Britt Festival. The Britt Festival is an open air summer concert venue. Right before Covid hit in 2019 we were thrilled to hear Diana Krall in this venue. Funny, but even in Oregon many people don't know it exists. We have been to several concerts over the years and each one is a delight. They have never had a garden party before. The garden party had finger food and live music out on a patio. Isn't their cake pops cute?

The garden party theme came from an album in 1967 by the guest performer. 

And then there was the concert. Do you recognize the musician? It was Judy Collins. At 85 years old she entertained us for an hour and a half, along with the local orchestra. I was amazed how well she did, her voice was angelic.

Walking through town is so beautiful. Here are a few sights.




Several buildings looks like this. The La Fiesta Restaurant had really delicious Mexican food.

One more sight we decided to visit was the historic cemetery. Do you like visiting cemeteries?

 
We found Mr. Orth's burial sight. We also found a James Miller, which is my "live-in gardener's" name.
He had traveled there by wagon train and purchased 35 acres at the top of the hill at the edge of town, where he set it aside for a cemetery right where we were standing.


That tree was fun to see all the mistletoe.

With a brief stop to enjoy Lithia Park in Ashland, we were on our way home.

Others were enjoying the park too.
Hope you are finding ways to stay cool on these hot summer days.
It was 101 degrees here yesterday and about 91 degrees here today.
I no longer enjoy hot weather, but putting my feet in some cool water does help.

Sending love,
Marilyn
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4 comments:

  1. AnonymousJuly 11, 2024 at 3:57 AM

    Lovely post - thanks for sharing. I have been a fan of Judy Collins for many many years - so was delighted that you included a pic of her from the concert.
    Love the pic of the garden and cake pops too. Thank you, Jan H

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  2. JeanieJuly 11, 2024 at 4:25 AM

    What an unbelievably fantastic time you are having. The Orth house would be good enough but then add Judy Collins (I love her) and all the greenery and beauty. Sigh. That's hot, though. The garden shop is cute -- but why is it that such wonderful looking furniture is always so uncomfortable? That's so charming!

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  3. AnonymousJuly 11, 2024 at 12:59 PM

    From DeeDee Clark: We really enjoy visiting old cemeteries, but it’s sad to see many in the same family who have died from the flu.

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  4. Red Rose AlleyJuly 11, 2024 at 4:56 PM

    What a lovely time you had in this historic old town. The Mexican Restaurant sounds charming and delicious. I like the photo of the pink rose standing straight against the white fence. What a cute cake pop. I've always thought they were so small, that it takes one bite, and they're gone. Yes, I like to visit the cemetery, and really miss seeing my mom and dad and loved ones there in my hometown. Thanks for sharing a little of your anniversary outing, Marilyn.

    ~Sheri

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