I have been doing the Views of the Neighborhood in Lakeway for four years. The odds that each view will be spectacular become less the longer one temps the fickle finger of fate. This week the finger got me. I was excited to go and record the Member Craft Show at the local country club. It just seemed logical that wherever the elite met to play golf, there would be some outstanding results.
I have to say those who displayed their crafts and interests were gracious and lovely. The problem was only four tables were taken. Two were crafts, one a vet and one an author. We are being catered by Barlata of Austin. Our entertainment is Brad Paisley.
So let’s get on the bus.
The first exhibitor specializes in self-motivational pieces.
Her table.
Examples of her work.
Self-affirming messages.
Coasters and Palo Santo incense sticks.
A dedicated animal oncologist encouraging early screening of pets.
Pamphlets explaining an early blood test for cancer and other diagnostic aids.
A handmade craft table.
Examples of the items.
Here is the author, Amanda Tice, and her son.
Photo of a lone patron.
A place that is an excellent handcraft exhibit in its own right. So relax and enjoy the music. I hope you have a super week.
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That video is very funny! Too bad more folks didn’t turn up for the event but those who were there looked interesting. I loved the motivational quotes and the author even brought her puppy! You can never go wrong with paella.
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I thought you would like the paella. Thanks, Darlene.
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Looks like a really fun event. Shame more didn’t attend.
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I thought so too. The weather was perfect too. Thanks, Charles.
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Thak you for sharing, Michael. 😊
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Great to see, there is always action in the city. Also wonderful that a writer found it’s way to this very interesting exhibition. I only miss the snacks for dogs. Because then there would have been a meeting also with Lucy and Twiggy. 😉 Thanks for sharing the news, John! Enjoy furthermore a nice weekend! xx Michael
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Thank you, Michael. I hope your Sunday is peaceful.
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Small but enthusiastic group, John. I know you have the author part down well, but did you ask MS Tice about curve modeling? Could be a second layer for you to explore. Sorry. I’ll snag a bowl of paella with saffron rice, chicken, chorizo, shellfish & vegetables.
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We did not have a chance to talk. Her son had some urgent matters to discuss.
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I love the pig, John. Makes me smile. Funny video. Small group of exhibitors but they seemed enthusiastic.
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Thanks, Steve. Yes, they were very enthusiastic.
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That’s a shame the venue was small, but it still looks like it was a nice event. The weather looked perfect. Thanks for taking us along, John!
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You are right about the weather . It was perfect. Thanks, Jill.
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It’s fun to have special people get together!
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Yes it is. They were all very nice too.
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What a beautiful day to go to a craft show. It’s always heartening to see what folks have created. I’m going to one today–fingers crossed that our weather will be at least half as nice as yours. Thank you for sharing!
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It was a terrific day, Gwen. I hope you have the same. Thanks . 😊
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A smaller group of exhibitions just means more time to spend at each one, right? 😁 That can be good for both the person at the booth and the person stopping by for a visit. (And it looks like it was a beautiful day, too!)
I enjoyed seeing each one, John, and thank you for sharing another view of the neighborhood. 😊
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Thank you, Marcia. I was a little surprised that only four out of the seven tables were taken. I hope you have a peaceful Sunday.
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Thanks for the tour, John.
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Thanks for coming along, Jennie.
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You’re welcome, John. I so enjoy your Sunday tours.
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I’m so glad you do.
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😀
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Bigger is not always better and they have a great publicist in you sharing 🙂
That Brad Paisley video is a hoot and a half!
Happy Sunday, John.
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I love that video. The other one I like is Celebrity. Here it is. https://youtu.be/B9mpDAJOPac
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I love this song and I had never seen the video. He is apparently great friends with William Shatner and Jason Alexander 😉
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Yes, he must be.
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Fun stuff
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Taylor Swift was in the first one too.
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Yes, I did see that. There were a few famous peeps in both.
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That always made it fun.
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True!
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Beautiful smiles from friendly people enjoying and sharing their joy with others…now that makes for a special day. Thanks, John for allowing us to be a part.
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Always glad to have you on the bus, Tuna,
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Hey, I’m 🐬BigTuna🐬l’llhave you know…don’t make me come up there😂
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That’s right. Sorry about that, Big Tuna.
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There you go, l feel special again…l remember you saying stuff like “What’s wrong with you, you BigTuna”. Sometimes when we were with The Captain you would tell Tom stuff like “Do you really work with this BigTuna” Man, those were the days….
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Those were the days for sure.
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Hmm, curve model or breakfast girl. ⚖️ I’m kind of hungry.
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I know what you mean. 😁
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That first exhibitor had great stuff. She would motivate me.
John this is the type of event YOU should have a booth at. Maybe sell some books. Let the producer take the pictures and you could write about it after.
Great idea, right ?
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I do attend events but like it when their are people who are there to buy books.
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It looked like there were 10’s of people there..
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More like ones of people
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I’ll have the barlata, along with that nice stroll through the various tables and offerings! And with a chaser of Brad Paisley – funny video!
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Thanks, Noelle. Glad you were along and enjoyed it. 😁
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🙂 🙂
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😊
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Regarding the low turnout: Maybe folks thought it was a virtual event. That’s the new world we live in. Face-to-face has become Facetime. 🤷♂️
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I think that could be an explanation. Thanks, Ron.
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There may not have been many tables to stroll through, but it looks like a gorgeous day. Just being out and about in good weather is always a plus. I hope those with tables, had some activity.
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It was a beautiful day for sure. I hope they got some traffic.
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As long as the people who were there were enjoying themselves, that’s what counts!
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I say you are right, Liz.
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🙂
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Interesting craft show, John! 🙂
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Thank you, Tim.😁
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Thanks for sharing it, John. 🙂
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😁
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Nice day, nice people. I think that’s a very good experience regardless of the low turnout, John. The pink pig is a “crafty” pig to be sure – that caught my eye. I will be having the Barlata today. Yum.
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The barlata sounded really good. You are so right about nice people and a nice day. Thanks, Bruce.
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There may have not been a lot of tables, but the 1 motivational table got a lot of coverage.
Still, seems like a lovely day at the golf park.
Funny video, thank you!
Just keeping things in order:
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So glad you came with us, Resa.Here a few Oxen to push them into first place. 🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂 💋
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Oh fer!
I hope they’re miniatures!
The regular corral is full!
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They are very tiny. 🐂 💋🐂 💋🐂 💋🐂 💋🐂 💋
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Yay! Lotsa room in the mini corral!
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Oh good 🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂
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OX https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3_rHrLHIeyIx
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OX https://youtu.be/Y00wexMse5o
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I like the little dog in the photo of the author and her son! I know, that wasn’t part of the exhibit, but for some reason, I gravitate to the pooches. I found one yesterday at the Marshall’s store, and she was so intrigued by me that she nearly yanked her poor dad over!
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That little dog is owned by someone else. They were dog sitting for the weekend. I imagine dogs find you loving and kind.
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Sometimes, dogs are better “people” than people — know what I mean?!?
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I do know what you mean.
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Well, those that were there got plenty of exposure.
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That’s true.
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Food looked good and the tables had some interesting stuff! Thanks for sharing it 🙂
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Thank you, Denise.😁
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Hi John, I attended a function like this a few years ago. Also at an exclusive club. There were some authors but very few patrons and it was really a waste of my time and money. It is a shame when an event turns out like this.
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I agree. Thanks for your view, Robbie.
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Too bad there weren’t more participants. Looks like a gorgeous day for it.
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Yes, it was a beautiful day. Thanks, Teri.
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What a beautiful day and venue. The menu is fab, gluten-free Paella. I’ll take the Arros Negre please. 🙂
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Thank you for coming along.😁
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🙂
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😊
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Paella, handmade works and great tunes. It’s all part of the Boss Bus Experience.
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Thank you, Marc. Glad you made it.
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Me too.
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Unusual show, dear John, that brings positive vibes. Thank you! 🙂 🍤🍤🍤🍻
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Thank you, Dear Maria.🥂 🍰
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I like this
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Thank you.
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