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If You Wanna Go and Take a Ride With Me (And POWW Faves!)

October 13, 2012 by Cassie 37 Comments

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And now how many of you are singing old school Nelly?  Must be the money!  This past summer as some of you may recall, I got a new bike for my birthday and have been enjoying riding a few times a week.  The hills around here are brutal, but the scenery beautiful.  I thought I would take you along on a ride with me today so you can see some of my favorite sights.  Bear in mind these are not necessarily blog worthy photos as I took them all with my phone along the ride.

Ding ding, let’s go!

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How cute is this out building… love the green door!

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Mother nature rides along with me…

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Neigh…

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 Baa….

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Moo…

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This is the view headed down my first big hill of the ride.  It takes me two minutes to get down.  On the way home it is my last hill up.  It takes me ten minutes back up!

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This is the field my corn stalks on my porch came from…

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pretty little barn…

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love this old house….

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pretty pond….

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a pretty bigger barn…

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an old cemetery gate with cornfields and hills in the background- LOVE…

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Does it get more American than this?

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Anyhow, now you can see why I enjoy my rides so much more than I ever enjoyed my spin classes.  I miss the people, the fun music, the excitement, but I wouldn’t trade any of this beautiful scenery to have it back.

Now, let’s check out some of the beautiful scenery you all created!
DO NOT FORGET TO EITHER PIN FROM THE SOURCE OR REPIN FROM MY FEATURES BOARD.  DO NOT PIN THIS POST.

Love this dresser from the modern cottage!  Allison removed the bottom drawer and I love the look- not to mention the color and knobs!

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I love this black desk from Create Inspire.  The knobs are awesome against the black!

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I don’t have much green in my house, but if I did, I might have bought this piece from Dear Emmeline when I saw it in person…. it’s gorgeous!
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The Driftwood Cottage shared this fun little dresser!  Love the pattern!

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What boy would not love this headboard made from a tailgate by Freddy and Petunia?
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I always love the two toned look with wood and paint, and this piece from Deb at Twice Nice is so unique and pretty!

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Get out there and enjoy this beautiful Fall weekend!
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  1. Julia Konya says

    October 13, 2012 at 10:58 am

    You live in a beautiful area and your camera takes great pictures. I would have never known.
    Love all the inspiration: The furniture pieces are beautiful!

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  2. Megan says

    October 13, 2012 at 11:23 am

    Maryland is so beautiful in the fall, you are so lucky! That stenciled dresser from Twice Nice is gorgeous!

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  3. The Far Fifty says

    October 13, 2012 at 11:51 am

    That tailgate is so cool! Thanks for throwing such a rockin’ party πŸ™‚

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  4. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says

    October 13, 2012 at 1:13 pm

    Your ride looks so beautiful and serene! I’d probably be running off the road because I was too busy taking in the view. Love the features this week!

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  5. Susan says

    October 13, 2012 at 1:20 pm

    K, I’ll be there in about 17 hours. Just a heads up…you’ll have to push me up the hills. πŸ˜‰ What beautiful scenery…enjoy the weekend!

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  6. Dana Frieling says

    October 13, 2012 at 1:21 pm

    Pretty sure I’m living in the wrong state. My soul neeeeds that creek! Count your blessings, friend. Thanks for the ride. Just one question?…do we get to count the calories burned since we went on the ride too? ha!

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  7. Cathy Wall says

    October 13, 2012 at 1:21 pm

    I want to go biking with you Cassie, hills and all! I love biking here in Wisco for some of the same reasons, the beautiful rolling hills and stunning scenery. As always your readers share the most amazing projects…

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  8. Stephanie {The Driftwood Cottage} says

    October 13, 2012 at 1:23 pm

    Wow, that scenery is AMAZING!! Great pictures! Thanks for the feature and nice comment you left me, I always enjoy sharing at your parties!

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  9. Lisa @ Shine Your Light says

    October 13, 2012 at 1:24 pm

    What a beautiful area you live in, Cassie! Thank you for sharing your ride – I love the scenery you have!

    And how cool is that tailgate headboard???? So awesome!

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  10. Sandra@Beneath this Roof, Within these Walls says

    October 13, 2012 at 1:28 pm

    WOW, it is really beautiful in your area! I have been to most of the U.S., but never to MD, I had no idea it was so lovely. Loved every picture, especially the creek, the old cemetery, (I LOVE cemeteries, weird, I know) and the little building with the green roof and door is wonderful. I could move right into that old house!

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  11. Bliss says

    October 13, 2012 at 1:52 pm

    Excellent features this week. And now that I’ve had my exercise, think I’ll relax on the computer.

    Bliss

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  12. pam {simple details} says

    October 13, 2012 at 2:00 pm

    Wow, that beautiful area would certainly motivate me to get my exercise in! Isn’t it amazing what fresh air, nature and exercise can do for your mind and body…heading out to my neighborhood of of barking dogs this morning won’t seem quite as refreshing! πŸ™‚

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  13. Mimi's Vintage Charm says

    October 13, 2012 at 2:31 pm

    amazing scenery… loved the snapshots from your ride. enjoy your wknd!

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  14. the modern cottage says

    October 13, 2012 at 2:48 pm

    Thanks for featuring me Cassie!:)

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  15. Gwen @ The Bold Abode says

    October 13, 2012 at 2:56 pm

    I’m drooling over your scenic ride…

    And drooling over those features!

    What kind of bike did you get? I’m still looking!!!

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  16. DecorandtheDog says

    October 13, 2012 at 3:16 pm

    I might take up bike riding if my views looked like that. Oh wait, no I wouldn’t. I’m not very coordinated on a bike. πŸ˜›

    I’m not sure how you pick the faves each week. So much talent!

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  17. Ali Richardson says

    October 13, 2012 at 3:46 pm

    “I wanna lay in your cozy guest bed while you go on a ride.” Lol. So pretty where you live, friend!!! Love all your faves πŸ™‚ Love u.. the end.

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  18. Kelly says

    October 13, 2012 at 4:35 pm

    If I had that kinda scenery, I’d go for bike rides all the time!

    Scratch that. If I had that kinda scenery and didn’t have to pull two kids behind the bike, THEN I’d go for rides all the time. πŸ™‚

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  19. Karah @ thespacebetweenblog says

    October 13, 2012 at 5:23 pm

    I LOVE your pictures. When we lived in MD we bought a fireplace insert from a guy who lived in your neck of the woods … your bike ride reminded me of our drive out there to pick it up. I think your pics even made me feel fall weather there for a sec. πŸ™‚

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  20. Jamie says

    October 13, 2012 at 6:10 pm

    I can’t believe that’s where you live!!! So beautiful. And it would prob take me 20 minutes to get back up that hill! I keep meaning to tell you that Molly has an imaginary friend named Emmy πŸ™‚

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  21. Catherine says

    October 13, 2012 at 8:03 pm

    You really do live in a lovely part of the world!

    Wonderful features as always – that last one is just beautiful!

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  22. Brandy~GreyLaneHome says

    October 13, 2012 at 9:16 pm

    It’s beautiful where you live. No wonder you love riding. Thanks for sharing.

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  23. deborah@confessions of a craigslist junkie says

    October 13, 2012 at 9:49 pm

    Beautiful scenery AND great yard sales — you picked a good place to live!

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  24. Our Pinteresting Family says

    October 13, 2012 at 11:05 pm

    You had me singing Nelly..lol. He was my fav in high school. Your ride looked like it had some amazing views. The features are also stunning as well. Megan

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  25. Lisa @ Turning Tables says

    October 14, 2012 at 12:18 am

    Such pretty scenery πŸ™‚ (and I at least have more go-on-a-walk stamina than my lazy sister (lol). I’m no bike rider, but I would love to walk in your ‘hood πŸ™‚ ) xo great faves this week too. Such talented bloggers out there πŸ™‚

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  26. Lisa says

    October 14, 2012 at 1:33 am

    Loved getting to “ride along” with you. πŸ™‚ Thank you so much for featuring me! Am loving the dresser with the bottom drawer out. Now I’m thinking…. πŸ™‚

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  27. Courtney says

    October 14, 2012 at 5:41 am

    Awesome post Cassie, loved seeing more of where you live!! I’d love to see it in winter too…seriously!! We don’t get snow here, have never really seen it!! Not that I want you to ride in it…just from your porch would be cool;)

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  28. Jennifer Spadaro says

    October 14, 2012 at 12:18 pm

    You live in the country, I love it! Moo! Ur so cute!

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  29. Heidi @ Decor & More says

    October 14, 2012 at 1:56 pm

    Oh my gosh, I’d never get anything done because I’d be riding my bike all day long! What a blessing to live in such a beautiful place.
    Great features, Cass — headed over to repin from your board!
    xo Heidi

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  30. Jerimi says

    October 14, 2012 at 3:09 pm

    Too much fun! Thank you for sharing the sights.

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  31. Jessica @ Stay at Home-ista says

    October 14, 2012 at 4:07 pm

    Love the scenery! Question: where do you put your camera on your ride? In a basket? swinging around your neck?

    πŸ™‚ Jessica

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  32. Carrie @ Hazardous Design says

    October 14, 2012 at 6:55 pm

    How pretty and picturesque!

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  33. Bella says

    October 15, 2012 at 5:10 pm

    What a beautiful area to explore. I’d probably get so distracted I’d ride off the road πŸ™‚

    And as always such lovely features!

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  34. Carol@TheDesignPages says

    October 15, 2012 at 5:24 pm

    Wow, what a beautiful hood. I didn’t realize you were so rural. I would love to ride with you Cassie. How much fun would we have???

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  35. gail@My Repurposed Life says

    October 16, 2012 at 1:02 am

    wow! you’re so lucky to live there…it’s all worked out so wonderfully! Very happy for you Cassie.

    thanks for sharing all those pics.

    beautiful features too!
    gail

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  36. Twice Nice says

    October 16, 2012 at 1:30 pm

    While I was off selling that dresser I just noticed that I was a feature! Thank you Miss Cassie!! I am very honored to be chosen with all of those other gorgeous pieces!

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  37. Erin says

    October 19, 2012 at 10:15 pm

    Sigh…you know how hard I’m loving these photos, right? You are so lucky to live in an area of such natural beauty.

    When we went to Lucketts last month, we took a little detour to Waterford, VA, before heading to Warrenton. We took Stumptown Rd. to SR 665 (had to look this up on Google Maps since we were following signs to a barn sale) and good night was I in heaven on that gorgeous, meandering country road.

    That nexus of VA, MD, and PA has got to be home to some of the prettiest countryside in the nation. I can very easily see why you enjoy your bike rides so much!

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