We went with Kelly and the boys on highway 23 south toward Lancaster, PA into the Amish/Mennonite territory and saw some beautiful countryside that was abundant with dairy farms, truck crops and several little villages that had harness shops as well as tourist shops along the way. We saw the Amish in their horse and buggys, at produce stands and in other work environments. With all the recent rains, everything is very lush and green. We were impressed at how everything was so clean and neat.
We had lunch at the Shady Maple Smorgasbord which is a huge place. Marilyn and I were considered seniors so we got a 10% discount, 50% off for Logan and free for Owen. Kelly was the only full price meal we had!!! There was plenty for all to eat and almost all of it looked great. Logan had something called scrapple that he liked but it looked like something found in the word to me!! Otherwise, everything tasted great.
After lunch we went to the Shady Maple Market and showed Kelly the large grocery store that has a huge selection of meats, vegetables and fruits along with an unbelievable bakery, deli and assortments of spices etc. Kelly bought some breads and vowed to come back another day!
Later this afternoon it rained again and we helped grate some zucchini for Kelly to put away to use for zucchini bread at a later date. Our stay is coming to an end in PA as we are heading back to Tennessee tomorrow. We have had a great time here and hope we haven't outstayed our welcome!!
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