A Visit to Frankenmuth, MI

Anyone who lives in Michigan is sure to have heard of Bronner's Christmas Store.  It is in Frankenmuth, Michigan, about one hour from my home and I have been there on numerous occasions.  I blogged about it during the last A to Z Challenge.

A few weeks ago I made a trip there to gather some Christmas items and remembered to take my camera.  The current location is much larger than the one I first visited - I can't remember how long ago.  The new location opened in 1976 and covers more than seven acres.  That's a lot of Christmas!

Of course, while you are in Frankenmuth you can walk around the lovely little town and eat a fabulous chicken dinner at one of two restaurants.  I've even stayed at the hotel there for conferences.  But this post is just to show you some of the lovely interior of this very large store.  You can buy all sorts of Christmas items - even a Christmas sock with a dinosaur on it.

Happy Holidays!!!

F: 'Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe' and Frankenmuth, Michigan

'Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe'

I saw the movie and I had to read the book.  And then I bought a copy for my bookcase.

When I saw the movie and heard that the book was written by Fannie Flagg my thought was that isn't she some actress on TV?  Well, she was.  And since her given name is Patricia Neal, she had to find a pen name. 

Even if you have seen the movie, I encourage you to read the book.  It is just delightful.  And if you haven't seen the movie, read the book first.  Either way, you won't be disappointed.

And in case you want to make your own fried green tomatoes, here is a recipe.

Frankenmuth, Michigan

Who doesn't love Christmas decorations?  And in Frankenmuth, you can see them and shop year-round.  Bronner's Christmas Wonderland is in itself worth a visit.  Throw in one of the fried chicken dinners at either of two restaurants and your day trip is pretty much full.