Knock, Knock

Who doesn’t love a beautiful doorknocker?

In ancient times, doorknockers were often hideous gargoyles or ferocious lions to ward off evil spirits and prevent them from entering. As superstition gave way to the age of reason, doorknockers evolved into decorative objects of art.

I picked up this doorknocker about 15 years ago in a small antique shop. I was intrigued by this couple’s eternal kiss.

While in a small fishing village in Connecticut, this doorknocker seemed very appropriate.

I spied this little fox through a screen door.

When you think about it, doorknockers are probably one of the first things you see when you arrive at someone’s threshold.  Not only a visual statement, a doorknocker is tactile and taps into your sense of touch.

I’m really into the simplicity and beauty of doorknockers.  Maybe it’s because my doorbell has never, ever worked. 

Gotta Love Snarcasm

Who doesn’t appreciate a little sarcasm? Or maybe a little tongue-in-cheek irony? How about a poke at common sense? A mocking of conventional wisdom?

This sign is snarky just by stating the obvious.   

Humor is a great way to get people to remember something.  After all, who doesn’t like to laugh?

Would this friar cookie jar dissuade you from grabbing for that extra treat? His sly look and the admonishment may be enough to discourage another reach into the cookie jar. Or not.

Not everybody has a jeep, ok? But, I get your point that everyone should.

Trespass away, little birds.  You may as well defile that sign while you’re at it.

Everyday, curious little things creep into your field of vision that may be the opposite of what you expect.  Take the time to appreciate the atypical, point out the poignant, and embrace the odd.

Summer Smiles

Maybe someday I’ll write an Ode to the Outside Shower. Oh, how refreshing you are. So exhilarating, so liberating, so close to nature.  Our friends, Lisa and Mike in Cape Cod, insist that everyone use the OS and I’m now a devout follower of that philosophy. Think of the wear and tear you save on your indoor bathrooms. Not to mention that invigorating dash back to the house.

If nothing else, I had to give these ice cream scoopers points for creativity.  That’s a sure way to get my approval – have a conch shell as a tip jar.

I fell in love with these two gentlemen on their electronic scooters making their way down the boardwalk. I wondered if they were lifelong friends or new buddies. Either way, I warm at the thought of how they are not letting their circumstances stop them from enjoying the hustle and bustle of the boardwalk, with its crazy mix of humanity. Long may you run, guys.

Happy summer.