Grapevine, Texas: The name alone has enchanted me since I first began familiarizing myself with the D-FW Metroplex nearly two years ago. So named because of the prevalence of wild grapes, the city hosts an annual GrapeFest in September. The festival is meant to honor and showcase Texas wines. Last year we missed it; this year we didn't make that mistake. Friday night (September 14), Mihir and I met our friends Carlos and DeAnna in historic downtown Grapevine and set out to sample some of the 122 Texas wines from 37 different wineries. We also had our share of fair food: crepes, corn dogs, funnel cakes, ice cream, and lemonade. It was a great night. Can't wait 'til next year...
The city of Grapevine is fantastic; the historic downtown is adorable. Though it has a population approaching 50,000, to me it still has a small town charm that reminds me so much of the towns of my youth--Alma, Greenville, maybe even Carson City. We parked the car in a wide open grass field and took a shuttle to the festival. It was the first time in months I consciously inhaled the smell of freshly-cut grass. It took be straight back to the country. Don't get me wrong: I love Dallas for its arts, culture, and shopping. But maybe I'm not such a city girl, after all. I'm flying home to Michigan in October, and I can't wait to appreciate the charms of small town life again. The one thing I can't wait to do? Look up at the sky and see the stars rather than the harsh glare of city lights.
2 comments:
jeff and i are experiencing just the opposite reaction to NC,....we miss the city lights and the shopping....but i think seeing deer outside the apt makes up for it!
Sounds like you had a great time, so happy that you are getting to enjoy the finer side of life as I never had the chance to do, love Granny
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