We needed Serta pillows, we got Big Lots and more..
as always.
Apparently the Big Sale was on and everyone was rolling in to have a look!
“Hurry up, Charlie! You slept in and now all the really good deals may be gone.”
”Well, I haven’t had my breakfast yet, Maddie…”
“It’s the Big Lots Labor Day sale. We need lots, Charlie! We need Big Lots!”
”Well, I’ll leave you to it, Maddie. I have picking to do. I think I saw some tasty tidbits next to the curb over there. I’ll wait for you when I’m done.”
“Alright, Charlie, but don’t honk if you get bored waiting for me. I mean, this place has Big Lots to look at!”
“I’m excited for you, Maddie. I’ll just be two stepping it out here while you shop. Practicing for the big Labor Day dance at the park.”
Hmmm…’Lookin’ for love in all the wrong places…’
Apparently Charlie and Maddie are regulars at the Big Lots where the employees give tidbits to them and their young ones.
I wasn’t sure I would squeak this out but with the Academy Awards booming in the background, I am bound and determined to share my 2nd installment of my new theme #Free48, my weekend tribute to those hours which are afforded to me that belong to me. Sometimes they are quiet, sometimes busy, manic, lazy or productive. But, since I am the conductor of my 48 hour train, I vow to attempt a new journey each time it pulls away from the station.
This 48 started out lazy on Saturday morning, sleeping in and doing my morning reading. After watching the birds enjoying the gorgeous day, we decided to head out in search of junktique and thrift stores, with an eye peeled for something to hang over the new bed. Our online search pointed us in the direction of Marietta, so we dressed appropriately for the suddenly chilly temps and headed out. What a beautiful ride!
I can only imagine the beauty once Spring actually springs! Of course we had to take a slight detour on our way to the antique village….cuz we couldn’t miss out on seeing….
The BIG CHICKEN This iconic bird is a landmark, legendary as one of the oldest Kentucky Fried Chicken stores in Georgia, although it started out as Johny Reb’s Chick, Chuck and Shake restaurant. It is pretty impressive and the beak and eyes are motorized, the beak opening and closing and the eyes rolling. And I thought the giant bucket was pretty special when I was a kid. 😏
During our U-Turn we spotted a promising looking thrift store, Value Village, so decided to hop out for a quick look around. An hour or so later……
I have been unable to find any sweaters this season at half a dozen stores….
Until yesterday!
Nothing was over $6
This angora is in pristine shape.
But this was my prize. I love, love corduroy
Grand total? $59! Hooray for detours and side trips. I love recycling! Makes me so glad for all those bags of clothes I have donated over the years. It all comes back in the end. 😊 Next stop….The Antique Village!
This place was huge and well laid out
Loved this vintage sign room. Hit it Jake and Elwood!
I should have bought this one to bring home….so true.
We did pick up a few treasures here, but I didn’t really find what I was searching for. Maybe at the next one. So….three hours later and my stomach was screaming at me.
Where else could we go but to another icon in Marietta, famous for its great home cooking and for being featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives-Marietta Diner ! What a grand place. We were not disappointed. This restaurant serves up thousands of faithful and new patrons daily and the staff really know how to provide a great experience. It has a bustling diner feel but elegantly chic at the same time with professional and friendly servers and better than quick food arrival. Everything is made to order and tastes like someone’s Mom made it. 😉 With love.
Click on the link above for the full history of this NY family’s successful history of restaurant greatness and the different restaurant venues they have added over the years in Atlanta. What follows is a pictorial of our own adventure there; and I can only say I hope there are enough Free 48 weekends to make our way through the entire, extensive menu. 😱
The building just screams…”Come inside for good ess!”
I was stuck in the parking lot beneath the glowing marquee!
How about these doors, Norm?
We know what we love…
Gratis appetizers…the best spinach pie and freshly baked loaf of Greek bread.
Caesar salad and seafood bisquehhubby’s Greek gyro platter
Seafood Platter. Fried catfish, flounder and shrimp with a seafood stuffed mushroom and fries all over the place!
And then there was the complimentary beer from the owner…just because!
Thank you #Marietta Diner for such a wonderful meal and experience.
Oh…who could pass this up?! We got ours to go.
Hubby’s treat was a luscious Lemon Meringue pie slice. Me…must be chocolate and there were many options. Of course I chose the Death By Chocolate Cake which was so large a sluce it is lingering on. So far I have had three desserts out of it. And there is still a bit left for breakfast. 🙊
Now we are settled in watching the Academy Awards. I hope your weekend has been all you hoped for or needed; and I hope you had a bit of this in it as well..
Okay, well not just for baseball; but that is kind of the theme for my post today. It was an accidental theme due to our adventure last evening; nonetheless, it is the focal point of the evening.
So, without further ado, let me introduce you to my special guest on today’s post-the letter ‘B’!
B is indeed for baseball, for Battery, for Braves, beer, burgers, bunting, bikes, and bring it on !
My last week was mentally gruelling although I am fast forgetting why, due in part to our visit to one of Atlanta’s newest sports arenas- SunTrust Park’s Battery.
Now, it takes a lot to get me pumped over public venues, and I might well have my enthusiasm curbed if ever we find ourselves swimming among the sea of fans at one of the events here; but, as far as the location, the buildout and the resataurants, I am duly impressed. They are still growing and many unopened venues promise much more shopping, food and spirits coming soon.
Meanwhile, I will take you on a brief tour of the main strip down the center of the Battery. There are also restaurants, bars, shops and ticket venues on the main road as well as four major parking lots with several levels. We hit it just right with four free hours of weekday parking if you arrive before four pm. After that the free time decreases.
A walk down the main strip takes you by Wahlburger’s. I am slow to jump on any bandwagon that is overly hyped; but I have to tell you honestly that this was the best diner style burger I have had in years. I kid you not…the meat was seared and crispy on the outside but perfectly medium inside and they were double so a lot thinner than a big ole medium burger. Add a splash of wahl sauce, shredded lettuce, tomato, kosher style pickles, two perfectly crispy bacon strips and -dare I say it-good ‘ole American-or as they say on the menu- gov’ment-cheese. The fresh bun toasted to a golden brown held it all in place. Kind of. But I ate every last sniff of it. Oh, and there was a cup of Yukon Gold fries too. What? Did I take photos? Oh paleeeease….
Thank you, #Wahlburger’s all!Such a welcoming casual atmosphereHad my Chopsecutioner half drunk before I thought to snap a photo!Spiked Cherry Coke. Yummmm..This was the double Wahlburger, my new best friend. Helped me forget the week.
‘Waht’ (😉) could we do after such a meal but walk? So we made our way up the strip a second time. Other venues include an Italian pizzeria, a wine bar, NY bagel grille, Fried Chicken restauarant, Yard House-where we ended up-Terrapin Craft brewhouse with barbecue diner, El Felix Mexican, an Oyster Bar, Todd English Tavern, Sports and Social-a grown ups playground-and various others. For a complete list, check the link above. Oh, I have a few more photos for ya. Oh…that beer? It is by Terrapin Brewhouse and is purportedly brewed over baseball bat chips…I wasn’t sure how I felt about that but had to give it a try. It is a pretty lightweight beer but has a decent flavor, very mild and not hoppy at all, really. Just a little 5% kick though. I’m wishing we could serve a few of these at the bar, Dan.
Welcome to SunTrust ParkWho doesn’t love a Harley Davidson shop?This fountain was beautiful, changing every few secondsUnder the glow of BaseballMy friend Al would love this place!Ahhh…my good friend the Terrapin Tortuga!Obviously reporting the main events.Just had to get this shot with the neon baseball.Inside Sports and Social.What a view. Never saw an indoor monitor this large. 30 feet tall!The men’s room. No, I did not take this one, though I have done worse on a dare. Or accident. 😂The Chick-Fil-A mascot inside the stadiumAs it got darker, the night life awakenedImagine this area in the middle of playoffs!Yard House. Largest beer selection on tapMy choice for after dinner was a Jameson Mule. Giddayup.
And while my post didn’t make it in time for Norm’s Thursday Doors, this would have been my entry. Oh well, there’s always next week. Meanwhile, you guys get out there and enjoy some sunshine if ya’ got it!
File this under my “#I love Atlanta” diary entries. 😀💕
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