Collectors were gathering in an area outside of the hubs waiting for the shop to open. At noon the spending spree began. I took photos of all the stuff I purchased today. It's obscene. The prices in the store were ridiculously cheap; how could I resist? A little room shopping rounded out the day's hunting and gathering.
Then I was off to the Reading Terminal Market. I loved the aisles and aisles of food stalls offering up cakes, breads, chocolates, poultry, meats, fish, cheeses, 100's of different vinegars and condiments, ice cream, prepared meals and snacks. I wish there were a place like that near where I live instead of health food stores and Shoprites. I had the most delicious bagel - a walnut, cherry, cinnamon, sugary thing. It was more pastry than bagel.
At 7:00 PM the gathering outside the dining room began. It was a very happy, chatty crowd. We entered the room at 7:30 PM to be greeted by the centerpiece which was a beautiful Gene in a lovely blue dress which was offered to 5 people for purchase by lottery.
"Blue Avenue" Gene ~ Image Property of Integrity Toys
There was a band playing and a woman singing way too loud throughout the entire meal which made getting to know most of the other people at the table impossible.
Mel was greeted to a rousing round of applause and spoke for about 10 minutes.
zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz sleeping.
The dolls have all looked wonderful so far. So jealous!
ReplyDeleteI visited Reading Market many years ago and I remember being overwhelmed by the size and variety of food!
LauraLA
Sounds like you're off to an amazing start! Can't wait to see what's next! Thanks for reporting!
ReplyDeleteOh My!!! I can only dream of the experience you had. Lovely post, I enjoy reading your adventure, not to mention looking at your pictures of the beautiful dolls. Thank you, Sincerely Brenda
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