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Monday, May 23, 2011

Weekending

Guess where we went this weekend. No, it wasn't the deep green woods...

It was the beautiful downtown Portland Farmer's Market!

Oh how I love Ranunculus!

Asparagus of wonder!

Pretty peas.

Ruby red Rhubarb.

Cavorting Kohlrabi.

Colorful Clematis.

And of course, a rocking horse balloon hat!

It was lovely! Fortunately the rain held off until Sunday evening, so we were able to fit in a lot of gardening as well. I'll tell you more about that next time. I'm off to attack my Monday.

I hope you had a sweet weekend as well.
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25 comments:

  1. ShortyMay 23, 2011 at 9:15 AM

    Oh, I'm so envious of those trees and the beautiful farmer's market environment you have! Please tell me what is 'Kohlrabi' and how do you prepare/eat it? Can you tell me what the flavor is comparable to? I've never had it (obviously). Thanks!

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  2. Vintage JaneMay 23, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    Beautiful, vibrant photos.

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  3. Sherri B.May 23, 2011 at 10:17 AM

    It seems like just yesterday that you posted about the 2010 opening of the Farmers Market in Portland...Nostalgia sets in looking at your beautiful photos.

    Isn't it great to finally be able to get dig in the dirt? I finally got to my window boxes and it will be fun to hear about what you got done.

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  4. Vintage Tea TimeMay 23, 2011 at 11:00 AM

    Wow, what gorgeous, bright photos - the market looks fab, especially in that setting. Love the balloon hat!! Abby x

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  5. AnnMay 23, 2011 at 12:18 PM

    Oh my goodness what a fabulous market. I'm so jealous! Lovely photos - I really enjoy photos of produce ;o)

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  6. WendyMay 23, 2011 at 12:30 PM

    Oh, I'm jealous. Beautiful shots--thanks for sharing!

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  7. greenrabbitdesignsMay 23, 2011 at 12:30 PM

    Gorgeous, gorgeous colours and a simply wonderful hat! :)
    Vivienne x

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  8. Flaming NoraMay 23, 2011 at 1:19 PM

    Tip top weekend. But I do feel P G could have crammed a few more colours in to her outfit.

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  9. Itchin' Stitchin'May 23, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    Oh you captured the farmers market perfectly. I can't wait till ours starts :)

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  10. flowersandhomeMay 23, 2011 at 1:44 PM

    This looks amazing!!!!
    All those colours and sweetness and beauty.
    Bye,
    Marian

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  11. andrea createsMay 23, 2011 at 2:33 PM

    beautiful photos-sounds and looks-like you had a great time!

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  12. Janee LookerseMay 23, 2011 at 2:51 PM

    OH! I love ranunculus too! They look gorgeous... So wonderful. Downtown Portland, oh how I miss you.

    xoxo
    Janee
    yellowbirdyellowbeard.blogspot.com

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  13. UnknownMay 23, 2011 at 3:27 PM

    We were at the Farmer's Market in Milwaukie. Oddly, I didn't see any rhubarb, but we did pick up some asparagus, tomato transplants, and a few other things. I can't wait for strawberries. Strawberry rhubarb pie. Oh yes.

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  14. mel @ loved handmadeMay 23, 2011 at 4:00 PM

    Oh magnificent! What a gorgeous spot for a farmers market, your pictures are brilliant..x

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  15. CathieMay 23, 2011 at 8:22 PM

    your weekend was definitely filled with sweetness!
    loving the colours & that rocking horse balloon hat...superb, perfect for Pony girl!
    ♥

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  16. PomonaMay 23, 2011 at 11:55 PM

    I am so envious of your market! You are very lucky to live near such a wonderful one.

    I am doing a giveaway on my blog as part of Sew Mama Sew's big giveaway - hope you will pop over and join in?

    Pomona x

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  17. TasMay 24, 2011 at 12:42 AM

    Those snaps are beautiful. Love the photo of the peas!

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  18. TaniaMay 24, 2011 at 6:26 AM

    Ranunculus are my stand-out, all-time favourite. When I am old(er) I plan to spontaneously cultivate a green thumb and grow paddocks filled with 'em.

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  19. KathMay 24, 2011 at 7:46 AM

    Looks like heaven, all the abundance of spring! Your photos are gorgeous.

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  20. CarolineMay 24, 2011 at 1:27 PM

    What gorgeous photos, so colourful! Looks like a lovely place.

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  21. june at noonMay 24, 2011 at 1:27 PM

    What amazing inspiration! Great photos!

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  22. Mom LMay 24, 2011 at 2:06 PM

    What a bright, cheerful, colorful weekend!!! Pony Girl looks luscious!

    Nancy in Iowa

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  23. .May 25, 2011 at 3:38 AM

    Ooooh, that pea photo is awesome, as of course is the groovy balloon headgear x

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  24. harmony and rosieMay 25, 2011 at 4:33 AM

    What absolutely gorgeous photos, a real visual feast if ever there was one! We have nothing like that near me - sadly!

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  25. Pia KJune 8, 2011 at 2:38 PM

    wow, what a lovely looking market! which reminds me that i still haven't visit the in-the-middle-of-stockholm-city one at certain weekends yet...

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