Yesterday it was 80 something with more humidity than either one of us like. This morning, it was 42. The drama of hurricane Michael seems to have passed through and in it's wake we have this beautiful, crisp fall like weather. It's not entirely clear if we are out of the woods yet, but no weather to speak of today, so we remain hopeful.
Today's ride took us to one of Frank Lloyd Wright's Masterworks: Fallingwater. It was constructed in the middle of nowhere, in the woods surrounding Mill Run, for the Kaufman's, a prominent Baltimore retailer. I know you've all seen pictures of this home. It's one of the most well know of Wright's many projects. In person, it's really something to behold.
To begin with, the setting is absolutely stunning. I can't imagine a more idyllic spot to spend a summer day. And then there is the architecture. A technological marvel for it's day and 83 years later it still feels incredibly modern. In a word: Spectacular.
After our time with Mr. Wright we made our way back to Front Royal, VA. This is the point from which we will enter the Blue Ridge Parkway, but we aren't quite ready to go. We've got a beautiful route through the Shenandoah valley planned for tomorrow.
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| The classic view |
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| Anchored to rock |
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| The beautiful environment |
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| Statue at the base of the stairs |
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