We decided to take a ride to New Market Maryland and have an excellent lunch at The Derby. Then a walk of the town and friendly exchanges with one or two residents. I’ve got to get back here this spring and do some more shooting because this is a colorful little old town. From 1793 I read. Most of the buildings are historic as you will see.

I missed the ambulance pulling out by a minute.

I always find it good to get off the main streets and into alleys for hidden gems.

There seems to be a community effort to keep the color and contrast between homes and business in some beautiful shades. I believe I read the population is about 1,600.

I like the saying on that plaque in the middle photo. It reads “Don’t follow where the path may lead…. go where there is no path and leave a trail.”

It didn’t appear the General Store was a general store any longer.

Here’s looking at you kid…… rock

People have put some real special work into some of these homes.

Theme home.

The Village Potter has inspired me to make my own sign.

All Photos by Mike Hartley

Felt good to get out and shoot a bit today. Lets see if I can get in gear again tomorrow. Have a good evening all.