The end of another great season!

Every year this time when the weather turns a little cooler and the flowers slow down we stop going to the Market.



We enjoy our time at the market, but all good things must come to an end. We will miss moments like these that make you squeal...



And, moments like this that just make you smile from the inside out!



We will miss seeing our buddy, Joe! There's no one that can make you smile like Joe does.



With each summer market season we continue to build our friendships that go back to our first year 8 seasons ago! Like our friend, Taco, and his mom!



And, Mrs. Moyer, our dear sweet friend who comes rain or shine to pick up her flowers for church and give us hugs...

We will miss all of you, our new friends...

And, old ones!



And, Charlie will REALLY miss his time the most we know! He's adapted quite well to his role as "Market Dog" don't you think? Any dog that will let kids put stickers all over him has to be pretty awesome! We sure do think so!  We'd like to thank each of you for loving our family and our fur-child! We thank you for your hugs, your well wishes, and your support each and every week and throughout the year! We love all of you!



As I've said many many times before...it's not about selling flowers and soap for us! It's about being with you, our friends, each and every week! Be blessed and we hope to see you before next market season!

Scenes from the market....

Saturdays are happy days!



See, everyone smiles!



And, it's Charlie's big day of the week too!



He gets lots of lovin...



Did I mention how much fun we have on Saturdays?



It's such a great time to be out in Petersburg visiting with friends and neighbors!



After you visit the market be sure to stop in town and have some breakfast or lunch!



And then go home and cook up that good stuff you bought for dinner...



We've got all you need and more!

Market Re-cap

Every Friday morning the flowers are cut super early while it's still cool! Then, they are brought inside to rest until we assemble them into bouquets!



These gorgeous bouquets are ready for you early Saturday morning at the Market!



We always recommend that you take them straight home, give them a fresh snip, and nice clean water! Make sure to give them fresh water every couple of days to keep them going strong!



It's been so lovely to be at the Market these past few weeks. New vendors, new shoppers, and happy faces!



Our new space at the market is down at the end by the railroad tracks! We're near the Brunswick stew couple and the honey man!



Last week was full of love and excitement for Charlie especially! He got to love on lots of new friends!



Like Elliott!

He got belly rubs...



And shared moochies...





And, he's made a new best friend with his bulldog buddy, Ace!



Ace is such a loving dog! He's only 10 months old and 90 lbs. He's a sweetie! Charlie sure does look forward to his friends visiting each week!



And, guess what? The Petersburg Animal Control/Shelter will be down at the market each week with adoptable animals! You might just find your next fur-child!!! They are always looking for donations in the form of food, blankets, etc. so please consider donating if you are able!



We hope to see your smiling faces at the market this Saturday from 7 till noon! Thanks for your continued support!!

Market days are here again!

This time of the year is so exciting! All of the veggies are coming in and the farmers market is bustling! Last week was our first week back at the Petersburg Farmers Market! Every green table was filled with amazing local products for your shopping pleasure!



You've heard me say before that the market is about more than just selling our flowers and soaps. Well, it's an opportunity to be a part of the community and get to know people. And, over the years we've met some AMAZING people. So many stories and ups and downs we've shared with them. Just like we've grown so have our customers!



I want you to meet my buddy, Joe, and his lovely parents, Patrick and Lia.

I first met Joe last year at the market. Even though he never said a word I felt like he was saying so very much to me. This little man is so special. Did you know he has a blog? Well, go check it out. And, most importantly, please take a moment to watch Lia's Mother's Day speech. It was the most touching thing I've ever watched. I couldn't stop crying the entire time! This family is amazing and just knowing them will transform you and how you look at things! I encourage you to sit quietly and listen to her words. Think about compassion, gentleness, and kindness! The things that this world needs more of.

We got a big smile from Joe when Charlie tried to mooch his dad!



Life is about people! Our friends from year to year like Meg!

She comes back with her "old" paper bag from my first year selling soaps! If the world had more recyclers like her we'd sure be a lean and clean place. It truly just takes one person to make a difference!



Shoppers come from all around to chat with their favorite vendors and support local! It's not just about buying veggies for most people. It's a social event!



I encourage you to swing by the market and say hi. Talk to the vendors! Find out about their farms. Be a part of the community!



Here are some of the great things you'll find at the market...

I still haven't mastered these yet!





And, Charlie was so out of practice "working" the market that this was him on Saturday night!



Thanks for all of the love you show our fur-child and us! We appreciate your continued support. See you Saturday! Under the bridge!

Market Saturday Update

Another glorious Saturday at the market last week! Beautiful weather and beautiful friends!



Happy faces!



Charlie too!



These ladies brought Charlie his very own bag of treats! They are always the first customers to arrive every week!



Saturday was filled with visits from old friends! I was reconnected with this mother/daughter after I attended my photography workshop at Warthan Farms! The daughter, Kim, arrived at the workshop when I did and said she recognized me! Her mom was a teacher at the High School I attended, was the head of the FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes), and also kept score for all of our softball games! Kim, who was much younger when she was hanging out at the ballfield with her mom, remembered me! Amazing! She and her mom rode down to see my mom and I! It was so good to see them!



And, we got a visit from our Waverly church friends! Jennifer and her daughter, Jessie!



And, Ally and her fiancee, Josh!



It always makes you feel so special when friends take time out of their busy schedules to come down and visit and support you!

Tom and his daughter stopped by for some soap! I have to give a shout out for Saucy's BBQ! Tom is the owner and if you haven't tried it, you should! Because it really is just that awesome! Plus, you can feel good that you're supporting local!!



More visits from friends!

Kelly and her family came down to visit and shop! Kelly was one of my very first soap customers! And, she's a biking buddy too!



Dynamo and Mike got to chat guy stuff!



And, Charlie's buddy, Dudley, came back for a little lovin'! He's a super guy who loves animals! Charlie just loves him!



To wrap up our Saturday we got a visit from a lovely family! This little guy, Joe, just made my day! He was so happy and glad to be at the market. It was so wonderful to see this lovely little boy! Isn't he adorable?



As much as we love our Saturdays, it's time for things to wind down! This Saturday will most likely be our last regularly scheduled market day!



We will return once each month so stay tuned to the email list and Facebook for updates! If you need anything please don't hesitate to contact me via email at rachel (at) dailyscrubsoap (dot) com.



I'll leave you with some scenes from last week!









Sure we've got music...



Check out Wayne's face!





Nothing but happy faces here...















Come on out this Saturday and see us! We guarantee you'll have a great time!