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A Fancy Stop

Posted on September 10, 2026 by mohawkvalleygirl

After my lunch at the Java Shop yesterday, I stopped at Dream Boutique & Gifts, which I had not been to since the Shop Crawl last spring (perhaps you read my blog posts about that).  I have been thinking of treating myself to a fancy new outfit, maybe spending more money than I usually do (regular readers know I love the thrift and consignment stores).  This was in the nature of an initial foray, just checking out the territory.

It’s a sweet little shop.

The shop is small but well stocked.  I had a nice chat with the proprietress when looking over the goods.  In addition to clothing she has jewelry, purses, and many gift items.

“I have far too many coffee mugs already,” I remarked.  “So I’ll probably buy that one with all the cats on it.”  However, I refrained from doing so yesterday.  I had sniffed all the fancy soaps when the salt and sugar scrubs caught my eye.  I do love a fancy exfoliant!  I purchased a salt scrub with a margarita scent.  I thought I could use it before going out for margaritas some night.  Actually, I rarely indulge in margaritas, but that is no reason not to use the scrub of that scent.

I was quite pleased with my little self-indulgence.  I may return for more, and I will certainly keep it in mind for Christmas shopping.

Dream Boutique & Gifts is located at 232 Mohawk St., Herkimer, NY.  You can follow her on Facebook, where she often posts videos showing her wares.

 

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Remember the Shop Crawl?

Posted on April 27, 2026 by mohawkvalleygirl

Perhaps I can finally get around to covering part of my adventures on the Spring Shop Crawl last Saturday. I rather exhausted myself walking all around the village of Herkimer.  Shouldn’t I be building up my endurance with all the walks and runs I have been taking lately?  Perhaps I need healthier eating habits.  In any case, I will just mention a few of the fun places I stopped.

I think of it as my chair.

The first place I went was To Niche Their Own, to pick up my map and list of places to go as well as the little card I had to get punches on.  Then I went back home, because I realized I had forgotten my phone to take pictures with.   It’s not easy being me, but I get a lot of exercise.  This put me right near Herkimer County Historical Society, which regular readers know is one of my favorite places.  I put in for a drawing to win a book (I won!), purchased some post cards, and took a picture of Roxalana Druse’s rocking chair.  Long-time readers may recall I had to honor to portray Mrs. Druse in Roxy written by Jack Sherman and presented by Ilion Little Theatre in cooperation with the Historical Society in 2015.

Another favorite spot!

Naturally I stopped by Renewed & Rescued on Main Street.

A refreshing pause.

When I stopped home, I also picked up my address book and some post card stamps.  When I felt the need for a rest, I stopped by Java Shop, ordered a Dalgano, and wrote out a few of the post cards I had gotten at the Historical Society for my Saturday post card peeps.  It was the pause that refreshed.

As regular readers may recall, I spent last night trying to mystify supporters of the Herkimer County Historical Society with A Revolutionary Murder at Herkimer Elks Lodge.  I am still tired after the ordeal, although I believe it was a successful event.  However, I see I am over 300 words, so I say score!  I hope you are all having a delightful Sunday.

 

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