Welcome to Thursday Doors! This is a weekly challenge for people who love doors and architecture to come together to admire and share their favorite door photos, drawings, or other images or stories from around the world. If you’d like to join us, simply create your own Thursday Doors post each (or any) week and then share a link to your post in the comments below, anytime between 12:01 am Thursday morning and Saturday noon (North American eastern time). If you like, you can add our badge to your post.

As the title suggests, we’re back in Granby, Connecticut today. Regular visitors will notice that the gallery has fewer pictures than I normally include. That’s because as I was looking for information about one of the buildings I planned to include, I found a lot more information than I expceted. I’ll be back with that building next week.

One photo I want to call attention to has some ordinary doors, but a rather extraordinary sign – Gifts of Love. I looked this us and found an organization that runs a food pantry, provides Thanksgiving Meals for families to prepare, sends weekend food backpacks home with350 low-income students, helps people pay for fuel in the winter and has a farm program (one of their farms is on the left of the photo). The farm program produces two tons of produce that is distributed through their food pantries. They also have a basic needs programs where they distribute household items, toiletries and clothing.

The other photos in the gallery are described by their captions. I hope you enjoy the gallery, and I hope you will take some time to visit some of the other participants. Each week, we have photos from around the world and we also have a few poets who share photos and poetry. Plus, all of the posts will be included in the weekly recap on Sunday, including a few that don’t leave a link/pingback here.

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131 responses to “More From Granby”

  1. […] is my entry for the Thursday Doors photo […]

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  2. […] #ThursdayDoors – hosted by Dan Antion – […]

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  3. Love the orange glow of light on the bricks of the tavern… :-)

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    1. Thanks Ruth. I was there at a good time of day. The sun brings even ordinary things to life.

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    1. We have more vineyards in Connecticut than I was aware of. It is beautiful, and there are hiking paths around the area. I might have to explore next year.

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  5. What lovely light for you photos, it makes everything a wee more special.
    Here is mine:

    Tursday Doors – Glasgow

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    1. Thanks Sofia. Originally, I thought the meeting was a little later than I prefer, but the timing worked so well for the photos. The sun was kind to me.

      I love the composition of your photo today.

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  6. […] walking about the previous evening we’d been greeted by a series of gates, firmly shut. When I stopped to take this photo, a dog came running to bark at us from inside. The […]

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  7. The vineyard looks lovely. The railway depot also looks interesting. Hope you give us the other sides some day.

    From me today: https://anotherglobaleater.wordpress.com/2022/11/10/bhimtal/

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    1. It was getting close to the time of my meeting, and I wasn’t sure what kind of traffic was between me and my destination, so I snapped photos of the depot from my car. I’m sure I will return in the spring/summer. I love railway depots and I hope to learn more about the history of this area.

      I enjoyed your post today!

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  8. Your usual fab selection

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  10. The vineyard building is beautiful, I can imagine using it as a venue for a special occasion. I love the wraparound porches though, I’m they do remind me of old southern homes. 🏡

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    1. I wish we had room to wrap the house in a comfy porch. Thanks!

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      1. Oh! Me too! I would love that.

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  11. Some more gorgeous buildings from you again, and I love the green building with the veranda. There is something rather special about the Granby railroad depot.

    At last, my final instalment of Porto doors this week: https://scooj.org/2022/11/10/thursday-doors-10-november-2022/

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    1. I’m glad yo like that green building. I had to include it, even though the door isn’t visible. I will likely visit the depot again, when I have more time.

      Great selection for the last of Porto.

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  12. The Vineyard building is impressive, but I love the whole idea of the Gifts of Love. We have a local organization that does similar things but without the farm. We need more of them! (K)

    What We Mean When We Say “The Met(s)” (Thursday Doors)

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    1. I like the idea of having the farm, and teaching people how to farm. A lot of towns in the Farmington River Valley have community gardens. Every little bit helps.

      Yours was a fun post today.

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      1. Yes we do have many community gardens. Not a farm, but something.

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  13. The main entrance to the Brignole Vineyards building is quite impressive. Love that chandelier! Their outdoor dining looks very inviting too. The scenery below not so much!🤗

    Hmmmm, l notice that the fish market stands all alone. I wonder why!

    Kudos to the Gifts of Love and all that organization has done and continues to do. Organizations like this are so desperately needed these days. Clearly they fill a huge need for many families.

    I like the railroad depot. Reminds me of the one where my grandparents lived in Hawthorn, NY .
    Ginger

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    1. I had to lookup Hawthorn to see where it was. I like that the description says, “Hawthorne is a hamlet…” New York uses many interesting words for towns. We have many named places in Connecticut that are part of another town, but we just call them towns (even though they are not).

      Gifts of Love sounds like they have a good program.

      There are walking trails around that vineyard. The entrance says it’s part of Connecticut’s Wine Trail (which I didn’t know we have).

      I hope you have a great weekend, Ginger. Thanks for stopping by, I always enjoy your comments.

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  14. You did it again, Dan. I like so many that I can’t pick a favorite!

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    1. Maybe I’ll stick with a smaller number, GP. If things go well, next week there won’t be as many buildings.

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      1. I am NOT complaining!!

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  15. I like the green house too Dan.
    My collection is from a historical village on Long Island https://port4u.net/2022/11/10/old-bethpage-doors/

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    1. I’m so glad I included that house, Sherry. I loved your collection today.

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  16. […] Old Bethpage is in Long Island, New York. Saved to post for Thursday Doors https://nofacilities.com/2022/11/10/more-from-granby/ […]

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  17. Love the shots taken at golden hour. Wrap-around porches are my favourite and what a wonderful thing that farm is doing!

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    1. Thanks Dale. My meeting was at the perfect time. I thought I would miss getting nice pictures. Gifts of Love does seem to have a great program.

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  18. I can see myself lazing away a sunny afternoon on the porch on that greenhouse. That’s my kind of house. It doesn’t amaze me in the least to know what incredible kindness is out in the world. The Gifts of Love puts all politicians to shame. This should be done more. Thank you for sharing.

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    1. Thanks Pam. The house without a door seems to be the clear favorite today. I know it is for me. Gifts of Love seems to have a great and comprehensive program. We do need more of this, and the government should take notice.

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  19. Granby is a really pretty town. All of these photos are wonderful, but the vineyard is gorgeous. I like the green house. How they have the roof framed with the wood coming in on either side… is that unusual, or is there a name for that?

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    1. That detail is very common around here, especially on older homes. The trim board coming down under the shingles is referred to as a ‘rake board’ and the part you like is either called a ‘rake return’ or a ‘rake cornice’ depending on how elaborate it is.

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      1. Dan–thanks so much. I am going to keep an eye out for the rake return/cornice on older homes from now on. I really like it.

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        1. It is a nice detail but it’s a lot of work. So you don’t see it on many new homes.

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  20. It’s a splendid tour, Dan. I loved all the buildings. Kudos for giving a shout-out to Gifts of Love.
    My Doors post features Art Deco metal doors — and one of them is a car. Yes, some car designs were called Art Deco. Hugs on the wing.

    #ThursdayDoors to #IndieBooks — Art Deco Doors

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    1. Thanks Teagan. Gifts of Love sounds like a great program. I checked, and they have good marks from the agencies that rate charities.

      I loved your post. My favorite style.

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  21. Ooo, I especially love the entrance to the vinyard! As Sara says, ver’ classy. I have my last walkabout Mansfield doors this week: https://marianallen.com/2022/11/mansfield-4-visit-priceless-thursdaydoors/#Mansfield#Ohio

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    1. It does look like a classy place to hold an event. I loved those gates.

      I also love the church in your photos (and I want Greek food for dinner). PS, you said Madison, OH in your comment. I changed it to Mansfield, I hope I didn’t overstep my editorial bounds.

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      1. Oh, thank you so much! WHAT was I THINKIN’??

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        1. You were thinking about Greek food.

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  22. Every town does need a fish market, Dan! Many have “gone away” around here. I like that Granby railroad depot…the colors on the doors and the trim on them…and the windows as well. Quaint, and I wouldn’t mind waiting for a train there.

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    1. I wish the trail still ran but I’m glad they kept the depot.

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  23. Hi Dan, Gifts of Love sounds like a wonderful organisation. I see its a farm according to the pictures.

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    1. Yes, this is one of their farms. They have lots of different operations.

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  24. Terrific doors, Dan Thanks for a return visit to Granby

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    1. Thanks for coming along, John.

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  25. That entryway with the arch and chandelier is gorgeous! The whole building is lovely but, that entry is really a statement piece.

    I like the Granby train depot it’s very Americana as are the light yellow and white houses. I just love that period.
    I’m looking forward to seeing what building and door you have for us next week.

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    1. I hope to visit the train depot again when I have time to get out of my car. I also hope I am able to find the information and images for the building I have in mind.

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      1. I hope you get that chance to get out of your car and visit the train depot, and also find some good info on the building you have in mind.

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  26. What a wonderful community service, the Gifts of Love provides. The word that comes to mind with most of these is ‘quaint.’ Thanks for sharing, Dan.

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    1. It does look like a great organization, Jan. Their programs are extensive and, sadly, necessary.

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  27. The lighting on your photos is spectacular, Dan. Did you take them in the late afternoon sun? I viewed Gifts of Love website and was heartened by the good work that is being done. Sending out food to provide Thanksgiving meals gives hope in the midst of uncertainty. I have your next book on the next to read. I am excited.

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    1. I was heading to a meeting at 5:30, Rebecca, so I was taking these pictures during that sweet spot of the afternoon sun. Gifts of Love is an impressive organization. I am happy to spread the word about them. The Thanksgiving meal kits and the weekend backpacks were my favorites of the services they provide. I am very happy to hear that you’re going to read the second book. I hope you enjoy it.

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  28. […] For Thursday Doors challenge hosted by Dan at No Facilities […]

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  29. A lovely collection of views and doors. My favourite two photos have the best light: of the tavern and of the house with the invisible doors.

    On my blog we are still in Ischia di Castro, the town that keeps on giving. https://manjameximexcessive6.wordpress.com/2022/11/10/thursday-doors-10-11-22-ischia-di-castro-3/#IschiadiCastro#Lazio#Italy

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    1. I’m glad you like those photos, Manja. The house with the hidden door is my favorite.

      I love the doors you shared today.

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  30. Every town needs a fish market but I wouldn’t want to live near one! I like that train depot. I tripped and sprained my ankle earlier this week so no doors from me.

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    1. I am sorry to hear about your ankle. I hope that heals quickly. I agree about the fish market. I wish I had more time to explore the depot. I was in a hurry, but I hope to return when I have more time.

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  31. Gifts of love! What a wonderful organisation. More great buildings and doors Dan. Here are my doors for this week https://wrookieschu.com/2022/11/10/doors-of-wordpress-v26/

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    1. Gifts of love does seem to have the right idea about helping people.

      I like your doors today. As usual, I had a hard time picking a favorite. Thanks for joining us.

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  32. fantastic doors here, Dan. My favorite is the green house with “hidden” door. Don’t see many green houses, and I like this style of farmhouse…also how all the green elements blend in the photo. Here’s my TD post, second time around ;) : https://wheatsaltwineoil.wordpress.com/2022/11/10/coal-miners-town-thursday-doors/

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    1. The green farmhouse seems to be the hands-down favorite this week. I enjoyed walking through Thurmon.

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  33. Lovely colors again and kudos to the people who spend their time helping others up👍🏻❤️

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    1. Thanks. I agree with your thoughts on the Gifts of Love organization.

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  34. More great Granby doors, Dan! How wonderful that the Gifts of Love farm does so many benevolent things. I love the Vineyard Gates too.

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    1. I almost forgot those gates, Cheryl. They are beautiful. Gifts of Love seems to understand the mission of caring and helping.

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  35. An impressive collection of wooden frames!

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  36. Granby looks like a very nice area, Dan. The photo of the yellow house is my favorite this week with the splash of sunlight, big blue sky, and the wrap around porch. I’d like to sit a while on that porch. Gifts of Love looks like a wonderful organization. Great work they are doing to help!

    Here’s my post for this post: https://brendasrandomthoughts.wordpress.com/2022/11/11/thursday-doors-more-new-york/

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    1. Thanks Brenda. I was driving through at the right time. The sun helped a lot.

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    1. I’m glad you like them Aurdrey.

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  38. Good selection of photos. I like the Gift Of Love, helping people in need getting through life and realizing their dreams.

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    1. Thanks. I think they do a very good job.

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  39. […] Antion offers an opportunity to learn about doors in the world with his Thursday Door Challenge. This is my participation for today’s challenge. Ciao,ValentinaMy books on […]

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  40. These are wonderful! I like Granby. I couldn’t help an LOL moment when I read that every town needs a fish market — what a motto for any place! But the one that made me gasp was that big house that appears to be green and brown with the magnificent porch. With a rocking chair and good coffee I could be very happy there.

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    1. I would be happy to join you on that porch.

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  41. Hi Dan, fr some reason my link didn’t hook.
    So here’s this week’s post: https://alluringcreations.co.za/wp/kya-rosa-house-up-thursday-doors/

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    1. I would have gotten to this today (following up on the email notifications) but thanks for sharing it here. Those are wonderful photos and a very interesting history.

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    1. That seems to be the winner this week. You have some very interesting and elaborate doors/walls today.

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  42. Geee more things to like about Granby! 1) that green 2 story house with the big veranda gets a thumbs up … better yet, the decks facing away from the Brignole Vineyards restaurant. This view reminds me of the Brigantine Restaurant in Del Mar. The restaurant sits facing the ocean, adjacent to the roadway that runs north and south in front of the restaurant. The back of the restaurant faces the Del Mar race track so you can sit and have your lunch or dinner, watch the horses race, or just enjoy watching the Surfliner train roll through. Just beautiful… the sound of the ocean, taste of salty air, sun shining. Surfers surfing across the way. Can’t get much better than this–other than the Clam Chowder that’s being served at the Brigantine Restaurant.

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    1. Clam chowder, ocean breeze – that sounds delightful.

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      1. Oh yes, just the memory of those luncheon dates is soooo nice. No one in town makes clam chowder as good as they do, and when the horse racing season is on there at Del Mar, you have all of the noise, the people, women in outrageous hats… such a time. Life!

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  43. […] Welcome to Thursday Doors, a weekly feature allowing door lovers to come together to admire and share their favorite door photos from around the world. Feel free to join in on the fun by creating your own Thursday Doors post each week and then sharing your link in the comments below, anytime between 12:01 am Thursday morning and Saturday noon (North American eastern time). You can join in here: https://nofacilities.com/2022/11/10/more-from-granby/ […]

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  44. […] as always for stopping in this week for this version of Thursday Doors. Please stop by to visit our host, Dan, at No Facilities for directions to all the door entries for the […]

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  45. Mandatory stop for my clan when you mention vineyard. :)

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  46. Hi Dan – what a great organisation to have in the town – Gifts of Love: great name too. Lovely buildings … while the vineyard I’d love to visit! Cheers Hilary

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    1. I’d like to visit the vineyard, too, Hilary. I do hope to walk along the Wine Trail next summer.

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  47. Pretty town and nice photos. The ‘Gift of Love’ organization sounds terrific.

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    1. It does sound like Gifts of Love has a great program.

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  48. Beautiful buildings as usual, Dan, and the lighting also made them even more beautiful.

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    1. Thanks Gift. The light did help.

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  49. I love the time of day you took most of these pictures, Dan. They have the golden glow. Your post gave a great shout out to a wonderful program from the sounds of it. I didn’t get my post in on time, but I have a link anyway. Some challenge hosts hate that, so I hope you will forgive me. :)

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    1. Not only will I forgive you, I’ll set the link aside so I can include it next week’s recap.

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      1. Awwww Second best birthday gift ever!

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  50. […] a little late for Dan’s Thursday Doors challenge, but I’m hoping he will forgive me since we both celebrated our birthdays this week […]

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  51. Granby is my kind of town!

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    1. It is a pretty New England town.

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  52. I remember Granby as having many gorgeous homes and buildings, so quintessential New England. I always wanted one like the green home with the wrap-around porch. :-) And thanks for sharing information about “Gifts of Love,” Dan. Perfect for the season.

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    1. Granby is a wonderful New England town. When I saw the sign for Gifts of Love, I though I’d look it up in case someone asked about it. I was amazed, so I decided to talk about them a bit. That green house is the hands down favorite this week.

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  53. Love that wrap around porch on #9.

    Pat

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    1. That seems to be a favorite.

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  54. Dan, Happy belated birthday! I hope you had a wonderful day. I enjoyed this wonderful collection of doors. The Gifts of Love program sounds terrific. Thank you for sharing it with us.

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    1. Thanks Natalie. That program does sound wonderful.

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  55. Love these captures!! The architecture is so cool!! Awesome. By the way on a side note: finished Knuckleheads this last weekend…..had a hard time putting it down. Loved it. You took me down memory lane of how things were “back in the day”. Anyway….loved the book Dan!!

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    1. I’m glad to hear you like these photos, Kirt, and super happy that you liked Knuckleheads.

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      1. I didn’t just like it…..loved it!!

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  57. Love the vineyard. Sadly I can’t drink wine right now. I had hepatitis C. I took medicine for it and it’s “cured”, but my liver is still inflamed.

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    1. I hope you continue to improve.

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