Each May the Amish community of Cherry Creek holds a relief auction to raise money to cover medical expenses for the year. Families from throughout the northeast contribute all sorts of hand made goods and tools to sell. Outside, the men gathered around as an auctioneer hawked sheds, farm implements and play structures. Under the tent the auctioneer offered furniture, decorative items and woven rugs, but the quilts are the highlights of the entire sale. During the evening, Amish women hand stitch incredible masterpieces. Mary and I bid on a quilt in the traditional light and shadow pattern, but the price went too high. I liked the intense colors that contrast with black and the straight, modern lines. The Amish object to photographs so I could not capture any of the scenes. We did, however, sample lots of tasty treats: homemade donuts, pulled pork sandwiches and their unique macaroni salad.
We stopped at Cassadaga Lake and found many people enjoying water sports. I was eager to dive in myself. I spent an hour vacuuming the pool, Steve added the chemicals and turned on the filter. Hopefully, it will be clean enough for swimming tomorrow.
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