Lerew Road (Day 11)

Day 11 - 48° - cloudy, rainy - Lerew Road

Today I am walking along Lerew Road, which is my favorite place to walk. It is quiet, scenic and I have the most interesting neighbors.

As I walk down the road, I pass my neighbor’s house. Amy, Isaac and their 7 children live on the farm adjacent to our property. They have a few hundred acres and about 250 cows. Most of their land is farmed for animal feed.

They are a wonderful family. Each member, from the youngest to the oldest, has chores around the farm. Mary, the oldest daughter, can do just about anything - sew, cook, can, crochet, tend the cows, farm, and drive the farm equipment. I am in awe! Everytime I stop in to say hello, they are so welcoming; I always go away with a smile on my face and a new tip!

Further on down Lerew is the home of PJ and Gene. PJ Heyman owns and operates a shop in Boiling Springs - The Village Artisans Gallery. This gallery is “..nationally recognized as a treasury of American craftsmanship and artistry.” If you are looking for a unique, one of a kind gift, this is where to shop.

Then there is the home/shop of Ed Campbell. The shop is known as the Chimneys. It is a grand house and Mr. Campbell is a master violin maker who has been at his craft for nearly ½ century.

There is also a nationally recognized violin-making apprenticeship program on the premises.

We have had guests who have taken the “tour” with Mr. Campbell and found it fascinating.

As I come to the end of the road there is the Belt farm. Patrick Belt farms the “homestead” which is a couple of hundred acres. His land is used to grow produce for his roadside stand or for the auction. Patrick prides himself on having his corn ready before the other farmers and having the “sweetest” corn in the county. I can attest to that!

Now it is time to head back for a hot cup of tea; depending on who is “out and about”, I could make this walk in ½ hour or 2! That is why it is my favorite walk.

When you come for a stay at the Red Cardinal B&B, I hope you take a little extra time to you can meander down this lovely country road.