Rainy December day along I-64 West between Shelbyville and Frankfort, Kentucky.
The dangerous encounter past of this post involves the fright I got taking this photo. As mentioned, it was raining but, as with all Barn Charm hunters, I needed this shot! So, I pulled off on the side of the inter-state highway and walked away from my car looking for a good angle. When I turned back, a guy had pulled off the highway and was at the driver's door of my car. He was very quiet, just grunted something about "trouble." I waved my camera and thanked him, but no thanks. He reluctantly walked back to his car. Heart pounding, I jumped in mine and immediately looked for purse on front seat (yes, I'd left my door open. . .). It was there. The guy slooowly pulled back on the interstate. I followed but didn't dare pass him because I didn't want him knowing my exit. Sad commentary, isn't it? He may have just been trying to help, but in this age of mis-trusting I was afraid.
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Wow...you have my heart pounding just reading this. Yep..it is a shame that we have to always be suspicious/cautious of everyone we encounter these days. Our world as we know it now!!! Nice Barn
ReplyDeleteGreat barn, Faye. I always thought that Kentucky has such pretty barns --compared to some in TN that is!!!!! ha
ReplyDeleteNever have gotten any snow much here in TN.. Got a small dusting the end of Dec.--but nothing more. Now--it's gonna warm up this week!!!!! Crazy winter!
Hugs,
Betsy
I don't blame you for being concerned when you stopped to get these pictures. You were smart to stay behind the guy. I will say, however, that these pictures were worth it.
ReplyDeleteAh...that is so scary! Even though we live in the middle of the city, I think I'm more scared about encounters in less populated places where no one is around. Great photo!
ReplyDeleteScary, yes, we always have to be careful! Great barn.
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh, Faye, I'm sooo glad you're ok! God bless you & always beeee careful! I wouldn't have thought about that scenario... God was with you watching over you. WoW! I'm in shock at the gall of some people... awful, but I'm so glad you're ok!
ReplyDeleteGod bless you, again, & thank you for joining =)
ps the barn is great, btw! =)
ReplyDeletewow, i thank you for the great view. i sure hope that does not happen again. makes me nervous just hearing your story. i'm sure glad it ended ok. take care of yourself friend. one reason i never stop by myself ... the hubby is always driving equals the constant "drive-bys" ... ha. ha!!! big hugs. ( :
ReplyDeleteGlad you were safe! Sometimes we just don't think when we are trying to get those perfect shots! Great barn though...so I guess it was worth it!
ReplyDeleteWonderful photos, but what a scare! I guess I never think to be afraid when I stop to take photos. I stopped several times the other morning taking pictures of the sunrise. Only one person stopped and that was a lady asking if I needed help.
ReplyDeleteOh my. You were right to proceed with caution. This fellow could have been trying to help out, but in this day and age you must keep your guard up. Glad you are safe. It was worth the stop though! Great barn shot!
ReplyDeleteWhat a nasty moment Faye. It's horrible to be made to feel so vulnerable.
ReplyDeletePerhaps later, Chet could be a back seat guardian.
Glad you got the shots! That's a great old barn! I'm also glad nothing bad came of your encounter. It can be very difficult to tell bad from good these days.
ReplyDeleteKinda scary when you think about it. But I'm glad everything came out okay, especially this shot.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry for your frightful experience. I do think it is a shame in today's world that we have to worry so much. When I'm out by myself I sometimes don't stop on account of being unsure where I am.
ReplyDeleteBut, these shots are wonderful!
Love how the color of the grasses pick up the red roof! And that quilt square - whimiscal with the bears. :)
Stay safe!
It is sad that we can't trust those who perhaps truly did want to help. But you never know someone's intentions. Glad you were safe.
ReplyDeleteGreat barn...I totally understand you needing to get that shot! Love the quilt square. I have left my car more than a few times to do just what you did! It is a little scary!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful barn...but that really is scary! Take care!
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