Wednesday, February 19, 2014

Stars on ice

Good pilgrims: Once a year in a magical place called Medina, Ohio, a festival of ice comes to life. In her endless quest to bring the wonders of the world to your doorstep, your humble hostess attended said event and offers these glimpes.


Glamorous stars dazzled television screens ...


... whilst a tiny songstress serenaded the throngs.


Great platters of rich cakes tempted ...


... but were no match for a mermaid's icy charms.


Mysterious doors lead to long corridors ...


... that were lined in endless strands of sparkling beads.


A stern Pink Panther demanded ...


... that Ms. Coulter and Ms. Ivins sit next to each other politely.


Welcoming innkeepers fortified weary travelers ...


... if they managed safe passage through the terrifying bird of prey's domain.


Sweet treats made of glass at once delighted and frustrated ...


... as a lorn maiden gazed from her window and offered her heart to passersby.


 And it all unfolded before one watchful cold eye.


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9 comments:

Erin O'Brien said...

Also, there was this (ahem) calla lily.

Kristian said...

Happy that you made your way to Dan's Dogs! I love their Frito topped chili dog!

Erin O'Brien said...

We were VERY happy we dropped into Dan's Dogs. What a fabulous place. *LOVE*

Elisson said...

Calla lily. Is that what they're calling it these days?

Anonymous said...

Ann Coulter doesn't belong in the same universe with Molly Ivins.

RJ

Erin O'Brien said...

RANDALL! Stop being a crotchety ol' leftie this instant!

Anonymous said...

Crotchety ole Lefty Syndrome is an irreversible genetic disorder. Perhaps I should start a 501(C)3 support group.

RJ

Anonymous said...

Your daughter is growing up fast. Grandmother time is approaching fast. Don't panic, you will love it.

James Old Guy

Erin O'Brien said...

Thanks, JOG. That kid just turned seventeen! I cannot believe it!