Mabry Mill On The Blueridge Parkway

I woke up to a storm this morning -- not a snowstorm, but a thunderstorm.  I'm thinking I've heard an old wives' tale about a thunderstorm in winter, meaning snow soon to follow.  I really hope that's not the case.  It's dismal and dreary here, so I felt the need for a lighthearted post today.

Back in November of last year, hubby and I drove up to the Blue Ridge Parkway and drove all the way into Virginia.  We stopped at Mabry Mill to stretch our legs and take some pictures.  My husband took all the pictures in today's post.

 The mill and restaurant were already closed for the winter season, and we almost had the place to ourselves.  Even though the buildings were closed, people could still park in the public parking area and enjoy the beautiful scenery.

The back of the mill.

The mill dates back to 1910 and was built and owned by Edwin Boston Mabry.

I wouldn't want to stub my toe on one of these (just sayin').

The mill race, or flume.

There are some other buildings on the grounds around the mill, including a blacksmith shop and an old time whiskey still.

While walking around the mill area, we were witness to a bit of "fowl play" in the duck pond.  :)

I think this picture is really funny.  :-D

Bottoms up!

Apparently, this big performance was for the benefit of the female on the bank of the pond (and possibly some of the tourists too).  I wonder if she was impressed?

This fellow was having a blast.

"Aflac!"

He looks like he's sleeping in the picture above.

Show's over.  :)

I love the sunlight shining through the archway here.

 The old mill sits dreaming peacefully above its reflection on this beautiful autumn day.  Thanks for joining me on the walk around Mabry Mill.  You can read about another beautiful, old mill/hotel where we spent a week in England Here.

I'm glad you stopped by House at Forest Manor today.  During the time that I've been writing this post, the clouds have moved on and the sun has come out.  It's a gorgeous afternoon, and I think I'll get outside in the sunshine for a bit.  Do you have anything fun planned for the weekend?  I'd love to hear about it!

I'll be linking to:
 The Tablescaper for Seasonal Sundays
Little Red House for Mosaic Monday


Denise