When I come across a treasure at a place where I least expect to find one, it becomes even more exciting :)
Do you feel that way too? I made a quick trip to the Oregon coast in December. The picturesque beach towns were the perfect places for strolling. It was cold and windy. However, I could not resist the allure of the interesting stores in Newport, Oregon.
A quest for a cup of coffee led me to a store called Jovi in the center of the historic area of Nye Beach. I had no idea what was inside but an interesting statue outside the store piqued my curiosity :) The coffee shop was right next door, but all was forgotten :) Jovi was a store crammed with accessories and artifacts from around the world. There were beautiful linens, jewelery, furniture, and so much more. I do wish that I had pictures of the store to share with you all. Perhaps, I need to plan a trip back just to get some pictures for you all :)
From the minute I walked into the store, my eyes were fixated on this beautifully carved statue from Cambodia. I loved the serene expression and the intricate carving. The owner of the store told me that they travel a lot and collect artifacts from different parts of the world. She had recently returned from Bali where she had spent some time taking dance lessons. Fascinating life in my opinion!!
This statue is made of stone and extremely heavy. While Cambodia is definitely on my list of places to visit, bringing back a statue like this will not be an easy task :) I know I am rambling, but I am thrilled with my statue from the beach.
Owning a store on the beach filled with curiosities from around the world, would be a dream come true for me! I would combine the store with a book shop and a cafe and I would be set for life :)
Images: Taken by me in my home.
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