Lancaster From the Inn Side

Stress Relief
We recently had guests from Istanbul, Turkey. Each morning that they were here, Charles was up and out before I had the table set for breakfast, catching the great morning light. He was trying out a new camera that he had purchased in New York City and I could tell it was going to take …
“Have You Ever Seen An Amish Wedding Presents Room”?
Mary asked us this question as she led the way through her kitchen, dining room, then past the sewing machines where she was making aprons, and into a long room at the back of the house. Here were tables laden with cooking utensils, a round clothespin contraption, plates….even a propane lamp/table. These, she explained, were …
The Best Way to Buy a Quilt in Lancaster County
First, you’ll need a pair of boots and a plastic bag. Better take along a warm coat and I would definitely wear jeans. Go soon – this opportunity is only available in February, March and early April. Take cash, or, if you live in Pennsylvania, a check. Be prepared to walk a bit -there is …
The Magic of Summer in Lancaster County
  The Magic of Summer in Lancaster County   Maybe it’s the early morning dew shining in the sun, the corn leaves blowing in the breeze, or the never-ending succession of blooming flowers. It could be the sight of an Amish farmer plowing his field, Amish children running down the lane, or produce bulging from …
The Signs of Lancaster County
  Ever feel like you are bombarded with signs or advertising?  Click on a website and there’s a video about THE secret formula for losing weight, drive down the road and there’s a sign flashing your speed for the entire world to see.  Gosh, you can’t even look up the weather without being forced to …
Back to School…or Maybe Recess!
It doesn’t matter in which direction you drive.  Once you leave Terre Hill, you’re bound to pass by a one-room schoolhouse.  You can usually tell the percentage of old-order Amish and Mennonite kids attending these schools by the number of bikes (Mennonite) or scooters (Amish) parked outside. And it doesn’t matter what time of the day …
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