Toronto Ohio – Ruth E. Hendricks

First Saturdays there’s knitting at Tri B’s Coffee Shop.

My friend Lisa and I drove down on Saturday morning to be part of the knitting and crochet group.

This is what we saw on the way home. Quick Lisa, grab my phone and take some pictures. An unwitting guest blogger now!

No more photography for me at traffic lights. There’s a $650 fine for touching your phone when the motor is on- even if you’re stopped at a red light.

So thank you Lisa. You just don’t see July Fourth inflatables everyday.

And what a surprise by Alicia’s mother, Faith. Remember the 40th bday cake complete with fountains she created for her daughter’s fortieth?

P.S.

Look at these delicious birthday cupcakes (3 flavors) and how about the yarn ball napkins? Thank you Alicia and Faith for the birthday surprise.

July 7, 2025 by Ruth Categories: PhotographyTags: guest blog, inflatables, July Fourth, photography, postaday, Toronto Ohio, travel, Yard Art 10 Comments

Alicia and I used to work together in the city a decade ago. She invited me to come to knitting group at 11:00 am Saturday. It’s just an hour’s drive to Toronto.

Toronto, Ohio that is.

The makers meet on the first Saturday of the month. We were meeting at Tri B’s Coffee Shop where she put two tables together and everyone was so welcoming. I took my handknit Emotional Support Chicken in a basket. And a pair of socks to knit on as we gathered round. Got to see what everyone was working on- slippers, a Christmas stocking, a hat, a colorful washcloth. A crocheter or two in the crowd.

It was such a happy afternoon. The coffee was delicious, too. Knitting, conversation, inspiration. Thanks for inviting me.