If you’ve never been to Plymouth, put it on your list; it is a charming small Indiana city. I came to appreciate it on my many passes through as I explored the Michigan Road in 2008. Its intact old downtown is filled with viable local shops; well-cared-for homes dating to the mid-1800s line the Michigan Road leading in and out. Terre Haute, Muncie, Goshen – they all wish they had a main drag like Plymouth’s.
Once I drove through Plymouth at twilight and Felke Florist’s sign was lit. Try it yourself – it’s impossible not to turn your head to look at the bright, strong red neon. I so regretted that I didn’t have my camera with me. And then on many subsequent trips through town, the sign wasn’t lit. But then late last November as I passed through town, the sign was lit (inexplicably, as it was four o’clock in the afternoon) and my camera was sitting on the passenger seat. You’d better believe I stopped for this photo!
Neat post Jim, we had one on the hilltop I believe was called Fountain of Flowers that had a sign that was a lot like this one.
Ah yes, the Fountain of Flowers, I know it well!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/mobilene/2483471693
Was this a gentle reminder that I promised you a night shot of this? Of course, it’s on the “other” end of town now.
No worries, Kurt — if you ever think of it, I’d love the night shot, but I’m not trying to prod you, gently or otherwise!
We’ll leave the sign on for you, just let us know when!
That’s awesome! You never know, I may knock on your door one day!
Hey Jim, This sign really brought back memories, I worked for Joe Felke and Kitty, they were wonderful and so was the rest of the family. I will never forget them. Cliff
Thanks for stopping by, Cliff!
Wow, you don’t see signs like this much anymore. Great pic!
Thanks! It’s a great sign.
Great Post!