While walking along this city street I was caught off-guard to notice three former businesses now vacant. The day was cold and blustery which seemed appropriate backdrop for these once busy establishments. Sadly, the shop to which I was walking is closing it’s doors soon and leaves a huge hole in my shopping heart.
spaces once thriving
closed, only memories dwell.
doors still speak to me.
Inspired by Norm’s Thursday Doors. Thank you Norm for a new year of door hardware, door decorations, and door sharing for us all! ♥
Thoughts Of An E'ville Woman 
I like the ideas of closed door sand your little poem to note how they speak to you.
The first photo – with the bench – has a nice closed vibe – but each photo has personality. The basket at 213 and the yellow brick one has the empty flag pole holder -t he mailbox and light – adding interest.
great shots and wishing you a great start to 2020
🙂
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Doors are handsome, but it is always sad to see small business go out. I think younger generations prefer shopping on their phones, and in the northeast unemployment is so low they can’t find entry level workers to fill needed positions.
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A sign of the times I guess. It’s always a sad day when one of our favorite stores shuts down 😦
Hopefully some new merchants will come along.
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Fingers crossed.
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I feel your pain. Our best shop closed. It was Mom and my go-to store for gifts and goodies. 😦
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Yes!!! This is my go-to store…cards, scents, just about any type of gift giving, she offers. I now need to hunt for a new spot.
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Sad doors. I hope they welcome new businesses soon.
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Sad is right. I have no idea what is coming there way, they all are lined up in a row just waiting for new life.
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The winds of change!
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Yes, sadly…
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Nice doors 👍🏼
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Grazi!
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It is sad! Well done with the pictures. You can feel the sadness.
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You’re right, they almost sigh…
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So many small businesses can’t compete with online retailers (and, of course, big box stores). I fear that we are losing the heart of our communities. Your three doors speak to this modern phenomenon.
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Yes, I prefer supporting my small businesses.
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