On the road early to check on a motel out of town that unfortunately doesn’t exist anymore. Was hoping to meet up there with my brother on Tues before getting into Winchester, but that was an attempt in futility. But I do have one right on the edge of town, so that will be ok.

After that, I went to the Museum of Shenandoah Valley. In one gallery, there were several miniature houses of the 1700-1800s, fully furnished with miniature furniture of that same time. So beautiful and absolutely a work of art. I can’t imagine trying to build a chair or anything else that small. Everything was built to scale, including glass chandeliers.

Another gallery room was nothing but full-size chairs of all kinds. Those did not impress me even tho they were all hand-crafted. There were other exhibits, too. I probably spent two hours there. One of the best museums I’ve ever been in. And I’m not a museum person.

After that, I went to the Glen Burnie home and toured the gardens, which were sad. This part of VA is in a drought, and all the gardens, even some trees, were suffering from lack of water. I felt sad for some of the plants. Those in pots were being watered and looked great.

There were several Lego art statues in the garden made by one artist, Sean Kenney. My favorite was the leopard. Looked so real. I was impressed.

Now, on my walk to this garden were flower beds along the walkway. My eye goes right to something out of place. Can you see what doesn’t belong. Answer tomorrow.

For lunch, I rode to Olive Garden and stuffed myself with soup, salad, and bread sticks. So good. Now I’m ready to read my book. Very hot out there again today. Time to get in where it’s cool.