Farmville

My farm was more free flowing & hippy-ish than this one

Did you play Farmville on Facebook a few years ago?  I was obsessed with that game back when I was living in New York but the move to Virginia cured me of my addition because I just didn't have the time to devote to it.  Interstate moves are a lot of work especially when you only give yourself three weeks to get it done.

I didn't realize it at the time I was playing but there is a Farmville, VA.  Who knew?  I drove through it once on my way to Richmond with my friend, Peg.  We were going to Richmond to do some shopping at a large mall and passed through Farmville.  Let me tell you, it's adorable and I've wanted to go back to visit ever since we drove through.

Pic from http://www.bcbonline.com

Unfortunately, like a lot of small towns, Sunday probably isn't the best day to visit since so many stores are closed.  It's a shame for us working folks who can't venture out during the week.  Anyway, Farmville seems to have gotten larger and have some classy looking stores and restaurants.  It sort of struck me as similar to Lewisburg, WV but more furniture-focused.

Yesterday, I got together with my good buddy from college, Cathy.  She's an interior designer and sales specialist who started her own business last year called Save My Place.  I mentioned how I need to buy a couch and Hickory, NC was the town on my list to visit.  I didn't really want to drive several hours and deal with the huge warehouses in Hickory but that's where the bargains live, right?  Cathy said that the word on the street is that a lot of people are now going to Farmville instead.  I totally didn't expect to hear that.  Neat!  A good reason for me to visit sooner rather than later!

I found this furniture store's info on Farmville's town website and it sounds huge: Green Front Furniture.  Twelve warehouses full of nice furniture on sale.  I don't know anyone who has bought furniture in Farmville but I'm curious.  Sounds like this Farmville visit has potential to be awesome.