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Retail — CFFC — and Some News

Dan Antion
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Before first: Happy Thanksgiving to my friends in Canada!

First, the news: Marsha Ingrao and I are teaming up to bring you a special challenge. Marsha and I and Cee Neuner shared a birthday—November 7th. It was just the funny kind of coincidence that rises to the surface in the blogging world, but now that Cee is gone, we want to do something to remember her. What could be better than a photo challenge?

Cee was always known for her FOTD (flower of the Day) challenge, and perhaps less well known for her CBWC (Cee’s Black and White Challenge) which she ended in favor of her Midweek Madness Challenge. I participated in Cee’s Black and White Challenge a few times, and I remember always being impressed by Cee’s black and white photos.

So, here’s the deal. On Friday, November 7th, post a flower or a black and white photo on your blog. It can be the subject of your post, or just a photo you add to a different post. Visit either my blog (https://noFacilities.com), or Marsha’s (https://alwayswrite.blog/), or both and leave a link to your post. The black-and-white pictures can be on any topic, but Marsha reminded me that Cee particularly loved bridges and old barns. Post a photo and, if you like, add a thought about Cee or your experience with her challenges. Reminders, links and the publishing schedule will follow in the coming weeks. Note: I plan to put my post up early enough for the folks in Australia to join as their day starts.

Now, for CFFC. This week we’re continuing the series we started last week, the one I summed up with “Places People Spend Time and/or Money.” If you look at the home page, you can see the kinds of places we’ll be trying to find. I don’t think there’s a lot of overlap, but it’s always good to know what the future is going to bring.

We’re moving on to retail establishments, but try to exclude food and groceries, since that’s next week’s subject.

Sarasnick’s Hardware. That’s what it was in the ’50s. I remember many trips to that store.
Macy's
The original Macy’s store
Kitchen store
Kitchen store
bridgeville
The building on the right side was a bowling alley. There was a State Store (liquor and wine).
hardware store
I’ve been in this hardware store. If they don’t have it, they can get it.
Main entrance to the old G Fox department store. It’s a community college and craft workshop space now.
Burberry Bleeker
We were moving pretty quickly at this point. I’m guessing these are part of the store, but perhaps not operable doors.
Team gear
I always manage to snag some team gear while in the Strip
clothing shelf
What a store looks like when you layoff the help.
station square
Retail entrance to Station Square shops
Wethersfield Country Store
Wethersfield Country Store. I imagine this has changed a lot in 250 years.
OSV General store
Inside the general store. A little bit of everything. The store itself was dismantled, moved to the site and rebuilt in the village.
cafe
The Depot Cafe – Coming soon.
Our Home Depot doesn’t keep any carts inside out of the rain
Home Depot
The guy isn’t even working inside the area I need to shop. He’s on the other side of the fence.
As seen at Costco :(

Six of Dan's books
The Dreamer’s Alliance and Rascal Todd Mysteries on “display” on the Gateway Clipper.

If any of those look interesting, you can find them all here. PS, they are all also available in audiobook format. I used KDP’s Virtual Voice, but I edited each book in its entirety, and I really like the way they turned out. And, as far as audiobooks go, they are a bargain.

101 responses to “Retail — CFFC — and Some News”

  1. wrookieschu Avatar
    wrookieschu

    I love the hardware store! Dan that’s a great idea, count me in. That’s amazing you all share the same birthday. Cee was one of the first bloggers I met when I started and always so welcoming to her challenges. It’s really lovely to her see her memory living on, it just shows what an impact she made here.

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      I’m glad you’ll be joining us, Wayne. I’ll post some reminders along the way, and I’m sure Marsha will as well. Cee was very special. I’m glad you like the hardware store (my favorites).

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  2. bushboy Avatar
    bushboy

    What a great gallery of shops and retail Dan.
    I like the idea of a Memory of Cee challenge and should be back home by then.
    My post for Terri’s Sunday Stills had a Cee dedication 😀

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Thanks Brian. I’m reminded of Cee, often. Marsha thought we should do something on our birthdays, and this seemed like the best thing.

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      1. bushboy Avatar
        bushboy

        It is wonderful Dan. Cee touched do many peoples lives

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  3. restlessjo Avatar
    restlessjo

    I don’t think any of us will forget her in a hurry, Dan, but you and Marsha have good cause. It’s nice to set something like that in motion. I already have a flower in mind xx

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      I’m glad you will join us, Jo. We’ll post reminders along the way.

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  5. eklastic Avatar
    eklastic

    I love it that you also ended on a bookstore!

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Thanks!

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  7. Oddment Avatar
    Oddment

    Of all these places to spend time and money in, the most inviting for me is the old department store, but I’d want to go in when it was a real department store. Is that where your mom worked? I miss the old department stores, whether the small local one or the elegant Marshall Field’s in the Loop. Your gallery is an interesting commentary on our errand lives. Next week will be too, it seems.

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      G Fox was a department store here in Hartford. My mom worked for Kaufman’s in Pittsburgh, but they were both part of the May Company stores which gobbled up department stores all over the country. In 2004, they acquired Marshall Field’s. I loved wandering around department stores. I liked the downtown stores more than the mall varieties. When I first moved to Hartford, I worked downtown and there were still two department stores in operation (G Fox and Sage-Allen). I used to go there during lunch.

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      1. Oddment Avatar
        Oddment

        I hope Kaufman’s had cool doors like G Fox’s. The loss of Marshall Field’s was huge. It was its own world. Wandering a department store during lunch time is a lovely memory!

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        1. Dan Antion Avatar
          Dan Antion

          Kaufman’s was more traditional, whereas G Fox’s home store was Art Deco throughout. Kaufman’s had a giant brass clock on one corner, and it was a frequent meeting place – “I’ll meet you under Kaufman’s clock” is a well known phrase in Pittsburgh. (There was a different version my father shared about what he would do if he lost a bet, but I won’t go there). The store closed years ago, and the new owners have plans for some retail, offices and residences, but they say they are committed to keeping the clock.

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          1. Oddment Avatar
            Oddment

            A clock! Of course! Same with L.S. Ayres in Indianapolis. And Marshall Field’s in The Loop. I do hope they keep the clock, and I’d suggest a brass plaque with your dad’s name near it; only you will know the historical significance.

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            1. Dan Antion Avatar
              Dan Antion

              😉

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  8. Murphy’s Law Avatar
    Murphy’s Law

    Like Maureen, I too miss the old department stores and the small ‘mom & pop’ stores where the salesperson(s) knew you and exactly what to show you.

    I bet that first hardware store had anything and everything you might need. Today you would be told, “Sorry, you have to order that online.”

    The shot of the disheveled shelves is all too familiar these days. Sad commentary on life as we know it today.

    Great collection depicting places where we spend our time and kiss our money goodbye!

    ginger🦋

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      I’m glad you liked this, Ginger. The little hardware stores are always a favorite of mine. Sarasnick’s Hardware is still in operation in the town where I was born. They had everything you might need. I remember being sent there by my dad to get things he needed for a repair he was working on.

      One of the last times I was in a large department store Men’s department, it looked like a bomb had gone off. I really don’t understand people.

      We’re getting soaked here. I hope you can stay dry for a couple days.

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  9. Teagan Riordain Geneviene Avatar
    Teagan Riordain Geneviene

    Interesting retail shots, Dan. The old country store must be delightful. Enjoy the upcoming challenge, and happy birthday in advance. Hugs.

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Thanks Teagan. I still prefer little stores, although they are harder to find these days.

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  10. Suzette Benjamin Avatar
    Suzette Benjamin

    It is a wonderful idea and plan to honor Cee with the November 7 challenge that you and Marsha have planned. What a marvelous connection you, Marsha, and Cee have… the same birthday… gave me goosebumps when I read that.

    A really great gallery, Dan. I enjoyed all your photos and the atmosphere. I may have mentioned that I love shopping, so photos of shops are up there next to trains and water for me..!
    Sarasnick’s Hardware is a superb photo, and I love the mirror image you captured in the window of the building across the street. The sky too is awesome.

    My favorites… the soft outdoor lighting and upbeat mood/vibe of the 960 Main facade photo and the ornate and, nostalgic entrance to Station Square shops.

    I like the sense of movement you captured and the tree framing your photo of those elegant double doors of the facade at “Burberry Brit(?)”

    Great photos, Dan. Thanks for this virtual window/door shopping tour and drive along and for the inspiration for this week’s challenge.

    Thanks for the Canada Thanksgiving best regards. Much appreciated.

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      I’m glad you like the idea of honoring Cee, Suzette. Many people mention her from time to time. I think we all have blogging or photo memories that are associated with her and her challenges.

      I love your comments. I remember shopping when it was driven by stores and not the Internet. I feel bad that some people will never know what it’s like to wander through an eight or ten story department store.

      Sarasnicks was a hometown staple, and they seemed to have everything we ever needed, including advice. You could go there with a problem, and someone would say, “Well, you could use one of these…” Such a unique experience.

      Your door photo from a supermarket gave me the idea to separate retail from groceries and food shopping. I hope I have enough of the latter in my archives.

      I hope you have a great holiday and a wonderful week.

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      1. Suzette Benjamin Avatar
        Suzette Benjamin

        You are right, Dan. The experience of shopping at department stores with many wonderful floors of items is fading from the culture. That used to be total fun for me…at Woolworths in particular…oh, there I go dating myself again…lol.

        I am happy to provide a bit of inspiration in a photo or two; you do such a great job in that regard, Dan.

        I hope you have a wonderful day as well. Cheers.

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  11. Tails Around the Ranch Avatar
    Tails Around the Ranch

    Having owned a neighborhood hardware store in a previous life, I especially loved your hardware store pics, Dan. Looking forward to the November 7th collection of B&W pics. Happy Thanksgiving to our neighbors to the north.

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      I love neighborhood hardware stores. We have five within an easy drive. I have a favorite, and I just spent $36 there a few days ago for a project I’m working on in the garage. I love to be able to go in and buy four bolts instead of two packs of three bolts. One piece of steel and a bag of nuts and bolts–not cheap, but exactly what I needed.

      I’m glad you like the idea we have for Cee’s birthday tribute. I hope you have a great day. Wilson would not be a happy pup here today. Wind and rain. He wouldn’t be able to stay dry, even under an umbrella.

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      1. Tails Around the Ranch Avatar
        Tails Around the Ranch

        Neighborhood hardware stores are the best (except at inventory time when counting all those nuts and bolts used to cross my eyes!). I heard about the first Nor’easter of the season hitting the East Coast. Stay warm and as dry as you can. Happy Monday, Dan.

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  12. willowdot21 Avatar
    willowdot21

    Great photos and great idea for 7th November 💜.

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Thanks Willow. I’m glad you like the idea. It seems appropriate.

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      1. willowdot21 Avatar
        willowdot21

        most definitely ☺️

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  13. Robbie’s Inspiration – Tanka Tuesday, W3 and CFFC #photograph #poetry – Robbie's inspiration

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  14. robbiesinspiration Avatar
    robbiesinspiration

    Here you go, Dan: https://nofacilities.com/2025/10/13/retail-cffc-and-some-news/. I like the idea of the B&W photograph for Cee. I’ll try to remember. Great pictures this week.

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      Oops: https://robbiesinspiration.wordpress.com/2025/10/13/robbies-inspiration-tanka-tuesday-w3-and-cffc-photograph-poetry/

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    2. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      I”m glad you like the idea, Robbie. I’m going to announce it on each post this week, and I’ll include some reminders between now and November.

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        robbiesinspiration

        That’s great

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  15. John W. Howell Avatar
    John W. Howell

    What a great idea to remember Cee. Enjoyed your photos, Dan.

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      I’m gld you think so, John. She was very special.

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      1. John W. Howell Avatar
        John W. Howell

        😊

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  16. lois Avatar
    lois

    Your downtown storefronts look so nice. I rarely head downtown anymore. All the good shops have closed and we now have way too many (in my opinion) bars and restaurants in their place. Plus parking is a nightmare since our mayor decided we should pay to park. And use an app. And not be confused between blue signs and aqua signs which have waaaaay different rules for parking. And then the app for senior parking. I give up. I will just enjoy your photos and relive the old times.

    November 7 is on my calendar! What a great idea this!

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      As if downtown merchants don’t struggle enough, making people pay for parking? Idiot.

      I’m glad you’ll be with us on the 7th.

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  17. Darlene Avatar
    Darlene

    The Black and white pictures is a great idea. I love the old Wethersfield Country Store. It looks like an interesting place to visit.

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      I’m glad you think so, Darlene. I know she liked flowers, we don’t have many, especially this time of year, but I can find a bridge without any trouble ;-)

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  19. bruce@ssa Avatar
    bruce@ssa

    If I walked into that sports store in the strip, I’d be leaving with a couple of bags full of merch. Lots of time spent, lots of money spent In a world full of color, I still have a great appreciation for monochrome shots. Great idea, Dan. Those NY Rangers apparently were not happy losing their home opener. No worries, the West Coast trips are always good “bonding” opportunities and we’ll see how the Pens handle it.

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      We know we’re going to spend some money whenever we head into the Strip District, but it’s fun. I hope the Pens stay healthy.

      I will try to get a new monochrome shot of the railroad trestle over the Connecticut River once the leaves finish coming down. I have lots in the archive, but I’m going to try to get a new one for the 1-day challenge.

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  21. sustainabilitea Avatar
    sustainabilitea

    I love the older stores and there are some beautiful fronts/entrances as well. Nice of you and Marsha to remember Cee in this way. :-)

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Thanks Janet. Cee was very special. I miss her presence a lot.

      I wish more of the older stores around here had survived. Retail in this town is nail salons and vape shops.

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  22. marina Avatar
    marina

    I love the image of the inside of the general store. So vintage-y…. and the little wooden soldiers….

    Mine is here

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      Dan Antion

      I wish there was still a place for general stores.

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  23. circadianreflections Avatar
    circadianreflections

    Oh, I like the Old Country Store front, Freight House Shop front, and 960 Main’s art deco design. I love the books and stuff on the book shelves. I’m sure I’d find something to spend money on in any of these stores or places you’re sharing today.

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      That’s my trouble, Deborah, I’d find f do something to spend money on 😂

      Hardware stores are the worst. I go in for one thing and come out with six.

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  24. GP Avatar
    GP

    I like the Freight House and General store best!

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      Dan Antion

      Those are gems, GP.

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  25. Liz Gauffreau Avatar
    Liz Gauffreau

    I love the 960 Main facade! It has a 1930s vibe to it.

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      The interior of the store had the same vibe, Liz. It was a fun place to shop.

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      1. Liz Gauffreau Avatar
        Liz Gauffreau

        Cool!

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  26. Rebecca Budd Avatar
    Rebecca Budd

    Thank you, Dan for celebrating Canadian Thanksgiving with us. I look forward to sharing your thanksgiving in a few weeks. I love autumn for all the celebrations of thankfulness.

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      Dan Antion

      It’s my pleasure, Rebecca. I am connected to so many wonderful Canadians through WordPress, I can help but celebrate with you.

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        Rebecca Budd

        Will meet up with you in November to celebrate another Thanksgiving Day, Dan.

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  27. Gwen M. Plano Avatar
    Gwen M. Plano

    How wonderful that you and Marsha are remembering Cee in this special way. And your photos are incredible as always, Dan. I love the Old Country Store — what fun! 🌞

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      Dan Antion

      Thanks Gwen. Cee was very special. Sharing a birthday with her was a fun thing.

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  28. memadtwo Avatar
    memadtwo

    I was just thinking today it’s been a very very long time since I’ve been in Macy’s. I once even had a Macy’s charge card, but I also worked in an office a few blocks away at the time.

    So many actual retail establishments have closed, it’s hard to even find a hardware store any more. I would much rather buy something in person than online. But it’s difficult these days. (K)

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      Dan Antion

      I, too, would much rather shop in person, but it is hard, and getting harder. Small retail establishments are under so much pressure. For hardware, I have to accept that I am paying a little more, but the personal service and close proximity are worth it. As is the ability to get in, get what I need and get back to my project.

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  29. Jennie Avatar
    Jennie

    So nice that you’re doing a new challenge in honor of Cee. I need to go to the Country Store and the General Store. Really.

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Don’t you sometimes wish life was simple enough to have your needs met by a General Store, Jennie?

      I hope the challenge for Cee is a success. She was very special.

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        Jennie

        Yes, I do! I hope the challenge is successful, too.

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  32. Taswegian1957 Avatar
    Taswegian1957

    What an interesting collection of shops. Big ones, small ones, even shopping trolleys. I wouldn’t have thought of that. They look quite interesting sitting in the rain. The shopping trolley bay in our local Woolworths is full of recycled plastic trolleys. They send a staff member out to collect the strays from the car park and nearby areas and bring them back.

    I love the idea of commemorating Cee on 7 November. I have a birthday twin amongst my acquaintances, most people do but being a birthday triplet is more unusual I think. I will definitely try to participate.

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      Thanks. We were doing some renovations on our house, and I was leaving early and stopping at the Home Depot on my way to work, often just before they opened. The carts/trolleys (I like that word better) all seemed ready to work.

      I’m glad you hope to join us for the one-day challenge for Cee. It was fun to realize that I shared a birthday with her and Marsha, as we were already connected.

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  35. 2e0mca Avatar
    2e0mca

    An interesting selection of Retail Dan with maybe a bit of Wholesale (Costco)😅 Love the old shelves and drawers in the store that was moved and rebuilt in the village. Repurposing like the Fox Department Store is a thing over here too. Final question, was The Depot actually a railroad depot or just built to look like one?

    I’ll try to take part in you’re planned memorial on Nov 7th but I have a memory like a sieve…

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  38. Author Jan Sikes Avatar
    Author Jan Sikes

    That is an eclectic selection of retail, Dan. The Christmas decor goes up earlier every year. Thanks for sharing!

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Costco had it up right after Labor Day, Jan.

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  39. Prior... Avatar
    Prior…

    excellent pics and I am liking this idea of the nov 7th challenge – I will be joining in

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Thanks Yvette. I think it will be nice to have everyone involved.

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      1. Prior... Avatar
        Prior…

        I think so too – and such a good idea

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  40. Prior... Avatar
    Prior…

    Dan, do you guys have a hashtag yo use for this Nov7th challenge?

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Hmmm, we don’t. Maybe #1Day1Photo or something with “Cee” in it – we do have a badge. It’s on my post today. If we can come up with one, I’ll add it to the badge.

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      1. Prior... Avatar
        Prior…

        sounds good – I will check out the badge now
        xxx

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        Prior…

        #OneCeeOneDay
        or
        #Nov7CDM (cee, dan, marsha)
        or
        #CeeOnNov7
        or
        #Nov7Challenge
        or
        #CeeDay117

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  42. Marsha Avatar
    Marsha

    Thanks so much for the announcement, Dan. Thanks for the reminder to post early. So that means we have to post on Thursday. I love your stores, especially the freight store. What a great storefront! I’m on the lookout for great stores. Talk to you soon! :)

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Thanks Marsha, and thanks for sparking this idea!

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      1. Marsha Avatar
        Marsha

        Thanks for running with it. My post goes live at 9:00 PDT.

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        1. Dan Antion Avatar
          Dan Antion

          I’ll be live around the same time. I sent you an email about a hashtag.

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            Marsha

            Thanks!

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  43. hilarymb Avatar
    hilarymb

    Hi Dan – I’ll hopefully join you on the 7th with something appropriate vis a vis a photo … good idea. So much change on the shopping front … cheers Hilary

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      Thanks Hilary. I’m glad you want to join us. Small store are certainly struggling these days. We try to support the ones around here.

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  45. Memories and Catching up Over a Cuppa – Marsha Ingrao – Always Write Avatar
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  47. Camden Lock, a Vibrant Shopping Area in London | Albatz Travel Adventures Avatar
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  48. CFFC – Retail Shops x 2 | teleportingweena Avatar
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  50. 2025 Which Way Challenge (CWWC): Any Which Way in Monochrome – Gfpacificbee’s Insights & photography

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  51. 2025 CFFC: Libraries and Bookstores – Gfpacificbee’s Insights & photography

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