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Back at OSV

Dan Antion
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Two weeks ago Saturday, our daughter Faith asked if I wanted to visit Old Sturbridge Village with her for their Bee Weekend. We’re all members of OSV, and it doesn’t take much of a reason to get us to go.

I’ve taken you to OSV numerous times, but I tried to gather some doors you haven’t seen, or at least haven’t seen recently.

There are a few pictures that don’t include doors. Faith made an extra donation for which she received a Bee Sticker that she could add to the “hive” once we arrived. Also, an additional fundraising event — a waffle bar. So, if you haven’t had breakfast, prepared to be as disappointed as I am looking at my toast.

I’ve tried to explain the photos in the captions. I will be scarce around the blog today due to some errand that need to be run. I’ll catch up with all the participants between now and Saturday, but I might be late. I hope you will enjoy the gallery and I hope you will take a few minutes to visit the blogs of the other participants. As usual, all the posts will be grouped into the Recap on Sunday.

Placing the bee
Faith placing her bee on the hive
the hive
Faith’s bee is on the hive
Old Sturbridge
Beautiful pastureland
Pottery shop
They recently re-sided and added new doors to the pottery shop
Sheep
We wanted to open that gate and let them out
Mantle clock
I love furniture doors. This is a beautiful mantle clock
The Bee exhibit
Visiting the bee exhibit
Barns
A different look at a barn we’ve seen before
Cupboard
Kitchen/pantry cupboard
Fireplace
A lot of activity happened around the fireplace in these homes
Waffle
Waffle with buter, syrup, apple pie filling and whipped cream
Pumpkins
Those are pumpkin plants. I wonder if Linus was there
Interior doors
Interior doors
Bedroom
Bedroom door, although these rooms served multiple purposes.

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127 responses to “Back at OSV”

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  2. kzmcb Avatar
    kzmcb

    Very homely photos.

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      Dan Antion

      Thanks.

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  4. Teresa Avatar
    Teresa

    Love the bee hive design and the mantle clock. But the waffle got my attention… looks so mouthwatering.
    Here is my entry this week: https://wanderingteresa.com/through-barcelonas-doors/

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Thanks Teresa. The bee themed walk around the grounds was a fun way to spend a day, and it started at those tiles. The waffles were delicious. I actually went easy on the toppings, there were so many to choose from.

      You have a wonderful collection of doors today, some real beauties.

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      1. Teresa Avatar
        Teresa

        Wonderful to see your time with your daughter.

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        1. Dan Antion Avatar
          Dan Antion

          Thanks. We both enjoy visiting this place.

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    Modern doors

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  8. restlessjo Avatar
    restlessjo

    What a lovely place, Dan. And that mantlepiece clock is fabulous.

    https://stillrestlessjo.com/2024/09/26/7-more-square-doors/

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      Dan Antion

      Thanks Jo, and thanks for joining us again. I love seeing doors in furniture, and that clock is an amazing piece.

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  11. Sofia Alves Avatar
    Sofia Alves

    Beautiful place. The indoor shots are lovely.

    Here’s mine:

    Thursday Doors – House of Dun

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      I’m glad you liked those photos, Sofia. We normally attend events that are more crowded than this one was (it was a very hot day) and the interior views are blocked by people. I liked being able to capture some of the furniture.

      Your photo is so interesting, I studied for a bit.

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  12. Dan Hen Avatar
    Dan Hen

    Always great views of that place . That’s quite an enclosure for those sheep!

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Thanks Dan. They’ve been raising that foundation area for many years. I was surprised to see that they were using it. I’m not sure why these two were isolated, but it looked like they built them a nice place to sleep.

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      1. jazzytower Avatar
        jazzytower

        Wide open places always brings me such peace. Love the hive😊. And the barn door. Is photo #10 a fireplace and also a place for cooking?

        pat

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        1. Dan Antion Avatar
          Dan Antion

          According to the people at OSV, it would only be used for cooking. They said, in the 1800s, they didn’t even try to heat their houses. They would warm up while cooking, but they wouldn’t keep the fires going for heat.

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          1. jazzytower Avatar
            jazzytower

            Wow, they must’ve slept in a lot of clothes. Or maybe use those bed warmers. Or was that a victorian thing…

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            1. Dan Antion Avatar
              Dan Antion

              Lots of clothes and they slept with each other (for warmth). It gets cold in that part of NEw England. Winters would have had lots of days below 32°f (0°c) and several in the single-digits f – 5°f (-15°c) and even below zero f.

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  14. scooj Avatar
    scooj

    The waffle does look amazing, and I haven’t yet had breakfast (rumble). I love these kind of places where they reconstruct the look and feel of ‘how it was’. A cornucopia of different doors – bravo!

    A lazy set of street art/graffiti doors from me this week: http://scooj.org/2024/09/26/thursday-doors-26-september-2024-street-art-doors/#streetart #graffiti

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      I hope you enjoyed your breakfast, Steve. Mine will pale by comparison to that waffle.

      Great doors today!

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    bushboy

    A great variety plus some good fun and waffles 😋
    Is my door a door?

    Cinema 1 (the way in)

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Thanks Brian. Of course your door is a door. If you go through it do you not end up somewhere? We go easy on the definitions around here. Plus, the link you provided took me to a history page that was fascinating.

      I loved seeing the advert, “For screening details, check the newspapers”

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      1. bushboy Avatar
        bushboy

        Thanks Dan. Glad you liked the history too.
        Apparently the Victor Harbour TImes is still a print newspaper so you can check the screening times 😀

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          Dan Antion

          Yay!

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    Sheree

    Wonderful array

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      Dan Antion

      Thanks Sheree!

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    Oddment

    Did you hear me gasp when I saw that mantle clock? I’m with you about the sheep; they look so pathetic at the gate. Or maybe they just look sheepish. A waffle bar for a fund-raiser is inspired! That looks so wonderfully sticky! And, just so you know, there’s no such thing as too many photos of OSV, even if they are repeats. Thanks for taking us there again.

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      Dan Antion

      That clock is a wonderful piece. I love the delicate base. It reminds me of “that thing” in our Aunt Mary’s house and how you did not want to be the kid that broke it. The sheep were putting on a good attempt to be released, but they had a pretty comfy spot in the corner, so we assumed they were there for a good reason. Still…

      The waffle was good, and since the money was a donation, I understand that the calories didn’t count. We’ll be back at OSV for Christmas by Candlelight. I’m glad people enjoy tagging along.

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    Misky

    https://misky.uk/2024/09/26/26-sept-a-thursday-door/

    I love those photos of OSV, Dan. What a fabulous place.

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      Dan Antion

      Thanks Misky. Thanks for sharing a beautiful door today!

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      1. Misky Avatar
        Misky

        My pleasure.

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    Smitha V

    Hi Dan, These are some cute doors. I like the picture of the door of the pottery shop and the gate of the sheep pen. I’m sorry but I did not understand what ‘Bee’ is all about? Is it a museum or is there more to it? The picture of your daughter putting up a bee in one of the hives and the caption above it is sweet.
    That waffle looks delicious. :)
    This is mine for the week https://smithavpennings.com/2024/09/26/cambodian-diaries-day-1-landing-in-beautiful-siem-reap/

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Hi Smitha. The weekend event was all about the importance of bees and the various ways to attract and care for them, as well as the ways early farmers encouraged bees to support their efforts. OSV has recently planted an apple orchard with a wide variety of trees that were common during the early 1800s. Of course, they took every opportunity to raise money for their recent efforts. There were several educational stations around the village where people could learn about bees. The one my daughter was placing on the tiles was given to her for the extra contribution she made.

      Thanks for taking us along with you to Cambodia.

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        Smitha V

        Ah, I understand now. We saw a lot of apple orchards and bee keepers during our visit to Simla in India in June ( I haven’t written about it yet). Your post reminds me I need to complete my post.
        It’s an amazing initiative by OSV. We need more such initiatives around the world that not only do but also take the trouble of educating people and involving communities.
        I’m glad you enjoyed traveling to Cambodia with us.

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  21. GP Avatar
    GP

    You know just where to find the doors we both enjoy!!

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      I’m glad you enjoy them GP. I never get tired of visiting.

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    Frank @ Beach Walk Reflections

    Although I’m a a fan of doors, the tiles immediately won my heart …. well, until the waffle appeared.

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      Dan Antion

      The tiles were a great idea, Frank. These places are always trying to raise funds, but at least the made it easy to contribute. The waffle bar was another way to raise money. They could do that every time I visit.

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    Darlene

    I love that clock door! And I would have been tempted to let the sheep out as well. i have a few more doors from Liverpool for you. https://darlenefoster.wordpress.com/2024/09/26/thursday-doors-more-of-liverpool/

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      Dan Antion

      It was hard to walk away from the sheep, Darlene. They were giving us their best pleading look. We did stop and talk to them. I loved being able to get some pictures of the contents of the homes during this visit.

      You treated us to some amazing doors from Liverpool. Thanks!

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    Murphy’s Law

    Dan, you could take me to OSV every week and it would never get old or boring. I would want to open that gate too!

    Love the beehive and the purpose behind it. Kudos to Faith for having a bee to put on the hive.

    The mantle clock….oh my! Awesome.

    Gotta tell you, my Cheerios ain’t going down so easy looking at that waffle!

    Impressive pumpkin patch, but Linus’ still takes the blue ribbon!

    I love the interior doors and the bedroom door. I want them!

    Great gallery Dan. Great tour. It’s cool here, dark and raining, and I didn’t even need an umbrella! Way to tour!

    Ginger 🦋

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      Dan Antion

      I wrote this (below) but it didn’t attach as a reply to you :-(

      Thanks Ginger. Yeah, my toast is good, but I miss having that waffle. I hope my doctor appreciates that I don’t have those on a regular basis.

      The mantle clock is such a beautiful bit of craftsmanship.The wood working alone amazes me, then I think about the fact that someone made that clock, too!

      I do think they could have used Linus’s help with the pumpkins. His vines are full and sturdy by comparison and certainly more sincere 🎃

      It was a good visit, and we saw a lot of interesting bee-things. They had a scavenger hunt for bees and answers to bee trivia. I think it was designed for kids, but it was fun.

      I hope you enjoy the much needed rain, and I hope it washes you into a nice weekend.

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        Dan Antion

        And that pumpkin was an emoji – not meant to be a billboard.

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  27. Sherry Felix Avatar
    Sherry Felix

    I love Sturbridge. Nice work Dan.

    Mine is another historical place: Philipsburg Manor Doors – Sherry Felix – port4u in Sleepy Hollow NY.

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      Dan Antion

      Thanks Sherry. We clearly were on the same page this week.

      I definitely need to make a trip into the Sleepy Hollow area.

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    I particularly like the gate and the new workshop door. Thank for hosting.

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      Dan Antion

      Thanks! When they fix these old buildings, they use material and methods from the era.

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  31. Dan Antion Avatar
    Dan Antion

    Thanks Ginger. Yeah, my toast is good, but I miss having that waffle. I hope my doctor appreciates that I don’t have those on a regular basis.

    The mantle clock is such a beautiful bit of craftsmanship.The wood working alone amazes me, then I think about the fact that someone made that clock, too!

    I do think they could have used Linus’s help with the pumpkins. His vines are full and sturdy by comparison and certainly more sincere 🎃

    It was a good visit, and we saw a lot of interesting bee-things. They had a scavenger hunt for bees and answers to bee trivia. I think it was designed for kids, but it was fun.

    I hope you enjoy the much needed rain, and I hope it washes you into a nice weekend.

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  32. Suzette Benjamin Avatar
    Suzette Benjamin

    Hi Dan,

    I love all the photos, I don’t recall them at all from before.

    My attention was drawn to the kitchen pantry photo, brings back good memories. We had a similar one when I was growing up it was the focal point of the kitchen in those days for me. Thank you.

    Love the support of the bee industry that OSV and other organizations do. We need the bees, a small thing that makes a big difference in the eco-system’ swell being.

    Of course the old barn and other houses were my favorite. They look like those structures are still in use. Great! I like the re-sided pottery shop…really excellent woodwork!

    That clock is a standout piece! Wow. Is it my imagination or is that a real painting inside the mantle clock (in the bottom section of the case)? Amazing. It looks very antique and in great shape.

    Dan, I never tire of your capture of the sky and cloud in photos. I love that pastoral scene with the blue skies, the green grass and the idylic farm vibe. Truly wonderful.

    Thanks for a great sharing as always and the great abundance of doors in this one….and the photo of the waffle looks delicious!

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      Dan Antion

      I am so glad you like this, Suzette. They find ways to use most of the buildings. Sometimes, they are open for tours. At other times, they are the sets for dramatizations. The working buildings (Print shop, tin shop, cabinet shop, cooper and cobbler) and the mills are active and period dressed crafspeople work with historic tools and methods.

      Th clock is a wonderful example of period craftsmanship. It does appear to have a small painting of a farmhouse in the lower window.

      So much of OSV’s mission is education. School children come for field trips, parents bring their children here for days like this. Kids stand in line for spoons of honey while beekeepers talk about the process.

      I am glad you liked the kitchen pantry cupboard. The building was empty when we were there, so I was able to get photos of the furnishings.

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        Suzette Benjamin

        It is a wonderful way to educate in a fun environment! Thank you again for this your. I thoroughly enjoyed your photos.

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  33. Author Jan Sikes Avatar
    Author Jan Sikes

    Thanks for the tour, Dan. I love stepping back in time like this. Bet you came away with a jar of fresh honey. :)

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      Dan Antion

      I’m glad you enjoyed the tour, Jan. We always come back from OSV with something good :)

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    robertawrites235681907

    Hi Dan, I don’t recall seeing this particular event before. It looks very nice and the waffle sounds fabulous.

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      Dan Antion

      Hi Robbie. This is the first tine we’ve gone to this event. We usually go in December for Christmas by Candlelight and again in June. Faith wanted to support the bees.

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    lois

    Run free, sheep! Oh, yes–I’d want to let them out, too, but the photo of them is so cute.

    How ironic that I had waffles for breakfast this morning! Otherwise, I would be drooling.

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      Dan Antion

      Awww, you had waffles? Damn, I had toast. We talked to the sheep, but we explained that we couldn’t let them go. It was hard to walk away.

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    memadtwo

    You’re right about the waffle! Which reminds me, I don’t have a waffle iron, but my daughter does…

    I do think the kitchen is still the heart of any residence. At least it always is for me. And I would have wanted to let those sheep out too! You can always take us back for more photos of OSV. I believe I was there once as a child, but not since. (K)

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      Dan Antion

      So, you either need to visit your daughter for breakfast or invite her (and her waffle iron) for breakfast.

      We’ve been to several events at OSV where there’s activity in the kitchen. It was the hub of activity in those houses, and often the only warm place in the house in winter.

      We talked to the sheep, and apologized for having to leave them penned in. But they seemed to have a nice place to call home.

      I liked your post, very much. I think it’s a universal desire to revisit our previous homes. I like the way you express that.

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        memadtwo

        I was thinking she owes me a waffle breakfast…I know she likes them as well. I’ll have to suggest it!

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          Dan Antion

          😉

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    circadianreflections

    I like that mantle clock and china hutch a lot. The ground looks lovely. Hum…I think I need to get some apple pie filling made or purchased to add to my oatmeal instead of raisins this fall. It sounds so good!

    I would be tempted to open the gate and let them out as well. 😊

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      Dan Antion

      They had several fruit toppings available for the waffles, but the apple pie filling was interesting. It was very good. I would have it again if given the chance.

      We apologized to the sheep, but we couldn’t let them out.

      I enjoyed your post :-)

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    Teagan Riordain Geneviene

    Dan, I REALLY liked this collection of photos. I love that the clock has a door. Hugs.

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      Dan Antion

      Thanks Teagan. I’m gld you liked these. We visit often, so it’s hard to get new photos, but the interiors offered some new opportunities, especially that clock.

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    marianallen

    Oh! Apple pie filling on waffles! As I so often do, I wish Charlie were alive so I could make that for him — he would have LOVED it! I can see his sweet happy smile now. :) My doors aren’t very exciting this week, but I got a shot of a trailer that reminded me of yours. https://marianallen.com/2024/09/thursday-doors-there-can-be-well-there-is-only-one/

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      Dan Antion

      This was the first time I had apple pie filing on a waffle, but it won’t be the last.

      I liked your post. It’s funny how these posts run together over time.

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    marina

    That old wall with a gate is simply beautiful! And look at the sheep faces….adorable!

    My door is here

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      Dan Antion

      Those sheep were so cute. We talked to them and apologized for not being able to let them out. They’ve been building up that foundation for several years. This was the first time we saw it being used for anything.

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  43. John W. Howell Avatar
    John W. Howell

    I always like going to OSV. That waffle made me want more than yoghurt for breakfast. Nice job, Dan

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Thanks John. We always enjoy going. This visit was a special day, and it was fun. Sorry about the waffles, my toast didn’t quite cut it today either.

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        John W. Howell

        Sure looked good.

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    Rebecca Cuningham

    The little wooly faces at the half door! So friendly.

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      Dan Antion

      They were so cute, we wanted to let them out.

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    cordeliasmom2012

    I don’t know why, but pictures of gates and fences intrigue me. I’ve posted quite a few of my own over the years. But none of mine feature such cute wooly faces on the other side. Nice job, Dan.

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      Dan Antion

      Thanks CM. That’s one of the cuter pictures I’ve taken. Those two were adorable.

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  46. Ally Bean Avatar
    Ally Bean

    The mantel clock is beautiful. Talk about something from another time.

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      The mantle clock is a wonderful bit of craftsmanship, from the clockworks to the delicate feet.

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    Anonymous

    I like the stone wall with the small simple gate.

    https://seachurn.blogspot.com/2024/09/thursday-doors-september-26th.html

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      Thanks. That’s my favorite photo. I enjoyed your post. You have some great photos and I love the cat.

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  48. PR Avatar
    PR

    Charming! And that waffle looks tempting, even though I cannot have it 😂. My entry here:

    It’s all Relative

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      Dan Antion

      The waffle was very good. Sorry that you can’t indulge. I probably shouldn’t.

      I liked your post. Nice photos, nice story and a delightful twist.

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  49. Liz Gauffreau Avatar
    Liz Gauffreau

    I enjoyed seeing the interiors of the buildings. Where does the line start to get a waffle?

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      Thanks Liz. I wish they had those waffles every time we visited.

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        Liz Gauffreau

        You’re welcome, Dan.

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  50. Old Mose, King of the Grizzlies – Katy Trail Creations Avatar
    Old Mose, King of the Grizzlies – Katy Trail Creations

    […] may wonder what a grizzly bear has to do with Thursday Doors? Well hold on and I’ll explain. But first there are some doors to share from the streets of […]

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  51. slfinnell Avatar
    slfinnell

    Hexi quilt blocks are perfect for the hive! I may just have one or 2 of those fabrics? And about those lambs, I am so glad my father never decided to raise them because I’d have had to go on a meat strike after butchering time. So darn cute!

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      Dan Antion

      I think you hit on the reason we don’t ever have lamb around here. The “hive” was a great feature. It helped them raise a little more money, but it’s worth it for the bees.

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  52. Thursday Doors | dymoonblog

    […] For more doors. please visit Dan’s No Facilities site for the link to more doors featured in today’s weekly door/architecture feature.https://nofacilities.com/2024/09/26/back-at-osv/ […]

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  53. China Dream Avatar
    China Dream

    Loved Today’s post.. great pictures. very “homey” .. here is my post re. Doors. https://dymoonblog.com/2024/09/26/thursday-doors-78/

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      Dan Antion

      Thanks! I liked your post.

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  54. Yeah, Another Blogger Avatar
    Yeah, Another Blogger

    Excellent!

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      Dan Antion

      Thanks!

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  55. Kim Smyth Avatar
    Kim Smyth

    I love bee related things too! Lovely place you visited and that waffle does look good!

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      Dan Antion

      Thanks Kim. It was a fun visit.

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  56. I. J. Khanewala Avatar
    I. J. Khanewala

    The plain wood of the door to the pottery shop looks very nice.

    My door of the day: https://anotherglobaleater.wordpress.com/2024/09/26/the-simple-and-the-elaborate/

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      We noticed a sign on the old door that this new one replaced that said, “Save – We need the hardware!” In true Yankee spirit, nothing useful will be lost. The old door itself might get hauled off to the Cooper’s shop and become an apple barrel.

      I enjoyed walking along with you today.

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  57. wrookieschu Avatar
    wrookieschu

    Great photos Dan. Love beehive wall and that sheep behind the gate haha. Here is my entry for the week https://wrookieschu.com/2024/09/27/doors-of-wordpress-v96/

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      Dan Antion

      Thanks Wayne. It was a very nice visit, and we enjoyed being able to help them help the bees.

      I liked your post, and the message. I hope you have a great weekend.

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        wrookieschu

        Have a great weekend Dan! Long live the bees, they are so important.

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  58. Staci Troilo Avatar
    Staci Troilo

    Love the photos. Reminds me of my former sister-in-law. She and her fiance keep bees (among many other animals, the latest of which are chickens). She refers to them, as well as their menagerie of pets, as my nieces and nephews.

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      Dan Antion

      Ha! We have quite a crew that we’re feeding in the back yard, but the yard isn’t big enough for chickens (according to the town), which might be a good thing.

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  59. Brenda's Thoughts Avatar
    Brenda’s Thoughts

    What a lovely tour, and I’m sure a wonderful day. It looks so inviting. I love the photo of Faith placing her bee on the hive! The sheep are adorable. I would want to open the gate too. :) Okay, now I’m hungry. I need some pancakes or something. Yummy photo.

    Here’s my post from this week. My daughter and son took a trip together for fun to New Orleans this summer, and Sarah found doors! Here you go … https://brendasrandomthoughts.wordpress.com/2024/09/27/thursday-doors-colorful-new-orleans/

    Happy weekend, Dan!

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      Dan Antion

      Thanks Brenda. When we left, the sheep were still in their pen. I’m missing the waffle now that I’ve just finished my toast.

      I love New Orleans! Thanks for sharing those doors.

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  60. Tails Around the Ranch Avatar
    Tails Around the Ranch

    That bee hive quilt is fabulous! Love the cheery yellow hues. The quaintness of OSV is so charming.

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      Dan Antion

      Thanks Monika. We always enjoy our visits.

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  61. dweezer19 Avatar
    dweezer19

    I love all the new doors, especially the Bee Hive. 🥰

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      Dan Antion

      Thanks. I’m always surprised when we find doors we haven’t seen before.

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  62. Kirt D Tisdale Avatar
    Kirt D Tisdale

    Thanks for sharing…love the pics!!

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  63. Jennie Avatar
    Jennie

    I always love your OSV posts, Dan. The interior doors are my favorites, here.

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Thanks Jennie. We don’t often get to take pictures inside. When there are things going on, the buildings are usually crowded.

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        Jennie

        It was a lucky snapshot.

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  64. Sharukh Bamboat Avatar
    Sharukh Bamboat

    Lovely images, Dan. I and Sarah would love to explore this place and write blog in our style.

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  65. Thursday Doors, Doune Castle 10.24.24 – wtf Am I On About Now? Avatar
    Thursday Doors, Doune Castle 10.24.24 – wtf Am I On About Now?

    […] Thursday Doors, hosted by Dan Anton at No Facilities blog (how to participate, etc. here). […]

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