Mrs. Teabody Begs Off
"Rough winds do shake the darling buds of May" is Mr. Shakespeare's perfect description of this May morning. In the garden the roses are being whipped sideways and the treetops are all astir. Everything is lush and green and temperate enough for the morning perambulation with Lady Glass but a wonky ear keeps Mrs. Teabody at home this morning. Yes, Gentle Reader, even under the influence of Auntie Biotics, this ear nonsense aches on. A nice mash with a stiff straw would probably take care of the matter, but Mrs. Teabody does so enjoy HEARING so that measure, however tempting, shall be resisted. Mrs. Teabody welcomes any and all home remedies and has considered pouring a nice cuppa down the tube, but again one does revere the sense of sound. Mrs. Teabody had to send her regrets to Lady Glass who is ever so sympathetic.
Tickle Your Fancy is located in the Albert Stoner building at 110 Lincoln Way West. Many local folks remember it as Lodge's Variety Store and often regale Mrs. Teabody with stories of their visits there as children. However, every once in a while someone drops by TYF and in the course of conversation reveals yet another permutation of which Mrs. Teabody had been unaware. Most recently an esteemed local gentleman shared that at one time the premises were occupied by the local United Church of Christ as an extension of the ministry. Through that period the then very young minister met with parishioners for work and planning but also met with lost souls for conversations that Mrs. Teabody suspects were life changing. Through that time period the second floor housed racks of clothing available to anyone who needed it much in the way that the United Methodist Church operates Love's Closet today. Isn't that wonderful to know? At a later date, Mrs. Teabody shall pick his brain with a notebook in her hand as she would love to compile a recent history of the store. Another day a lady revealed that she had worked in the building when it was operated as a consignment shop. Again this tale wants fleshing out, and Mrs. Teabody herself wishes to investigate the time period when it was a clothing store as Mrs. Teabody recalls buying herself a rather sporty shirt at that time.
Clearly the Stoner Building has led a varied life, and Mrs. Teabody mentions it because some of Mrs. Teabody's close and dear friends have expressed concern that Fulton Countians will not support such a shop as TYF -- a tea and gift shop?! - - but over the past few months, commerce has proven that most townspeople do want little shops like those that dot the Lincoln Highway. Not everyone dashes off to neighboring counties and states to shop. Mrs. Teabody herself would never venture further than a block away to Mr. Wayne's Lincoln Way Market for a fine pork chop or cheese wedge. How many hamlets the size of McConnellsburg can support a fine framing and art gallery as Towne Framing or treasure troves such as the three excellent thrift shops or the fine antiques market? They can only fail if they are not supported by the folks who live here.
Should anyone wish another person to fail in a legitimate endeavor? No, Gentle Reader. Little TYF does not wish to be a gigantic warehouse where people shove shopping carts madly about. TYF is a gift and tea shop where the owner has gathered beautiful, imaginative items and the finest teas she can find. And Mrs. Teabody plans to be remain at its helm offering tea and sympathy to any and all who cross the threshold of 110 Lincoln Way West as long as she possibly can. Even with a wonky ear.
Ta for now, Dearies!
Tickle Your Fancy is located in the Albert Stoner building at 110 Lincoln Way West. Many local folks remember it as Lodge's Variety Store and often regale Mrs. Teabody with stories of their visits there as children. However, every once in a while someone drops by TYF and in the course of conversation reveals yet another permutation of which Mrs. Teabody had been unaware. Most recently an esteemed local gentleman shared that at one time the premises were occupied by the local United Church of Christ as an extension of the ministry. Through that period the then very young minister met with parishioners for work and planning but also met with lost souls for conversations that Mrs. Teabody suspects were life changing. Through that time period the second floor housed racks of clothing available to anyone who needed it much in the way that the United Methodist Church operates Love's Closet today. Isn't that wonderful to know? At a later date, Mrs. Teabody shall pick his brain with a notebook in her hand as she would love to compile a recent history of the store. Another day a lady revealed that she had worked in the building when it was operated as a consignment shop. Again this tale wants fleshing out, and Mrs. Teabody herself wishes to investigate the time period when it was a clothing store as Mrs. Teabody recalls buying herself a rather sporty shirt at that time.
Clearly the Stoner Building has led a varied life, and Mrs. Teabody mentions it because some of Mrs. Teabody's close and dear friends have expressed concern that Fulton Countians will not support such a shop as TYF -- a tea and gift shop?! - - but over the past few months, commerce has proven that most townspeople do want little shops like those that dot the Lincoln Highway. Not everyone dashes off to neighboring counties and states to shop. Mrs. Teabody herself would never venture further than a block away to Mr. Wayne's Lincoln Way Market for a fine pork chop or cheese wedge. How many hamlets the size of McConnellsburg can support a fine framing and art gallery as Towne Framing or treasure troves such as the three excellent thrift shops or the fine antiques market? They can only fail if they are not supported by the folks who live here.
Should anyone wish another person to fail in a legitimate endeavor? No, Gentle Reader. Little TYF does not wish to be a gigantic warehouse where people shove shopping carts madly about. TYF is a gift and tea shop where the owner has gathered beautiful, imaginative items and the finest teas she can find. And Mrs. Teabody plans to be remain at its helm offering tea and sympathy to any and all who cross the threshold of 110 Lincoln Way West as long as she possibly can. Even with a wonky ear.
Ta for now, Dearies!
TYF is a necessity!
ReplyDeleteProbably not a necessity, but vacant buildings in a town do little to inspire confidence. A vibrant downtown has a way of sending a positive message to all who pass through. Thanks for your kindness. It is much appreciated.
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