#ThursdayDoors: Red or Green?

Posted on by Teagan Riordain Geneviene

Thursday, December 14, 2023

Wilhelm Gunkel at Unsplash

So… is that an extra doorknob on the lower panel of the green door?  And look at that low placement of the doorknocker on the red one.  Interesting.

If you go to a restaurant in New Mexico, you’re likely to be asked this question, “Red or green?”  The first time I moved to the Land of Enchantment, I was asked that question at a drive-through, after driving across the country.  I was utterly confused.  Red or green what?  The woman at the other end of the speaker was as befuddled that I didn’t understand as I was about the question.  Well, it’s all about chili sauce. 

Laurie Barr at Dreamstime

Something kept bothering me about the red and green door above.  Finally, I realized there is no doorknob…

Today, however, “red or green” is about Thursday Doors, because this is the last Doors post before Christmas.  Unfortunately, I’m not able to go out and enjoy taking photographs, so these images are from various free sources.

Analogicus at Pixabay

While it’s not my favorite, I thought the door above was particularly interesting.  It doesn’t look at all like something “mass produced,” so I wonder why they didn’t make is symmetrical…  That’s just a curiosity.  I still like it, regardless. 

This last one is my favorite.  There are so many interesting details in the photo, form the very, very old looking glass in the windows, to the texture on the door, to the details on those red shutters (which look exceptionally heavy and sturdy)… even the bricks.

Ezgi Kaya at Unsplash

Thanks for opening this door.  Even if it’s early for the wish, I do hope you have a wonderful holiday season and/or a merry Christmas.  Hugs.

Plaza de Mesilla gazebo and the Basilica of San Albino in Mesilla, (southern) NM

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Thursday Doors is a weekly feature allowing door lovers to come together to admire and share their favorite door photos from around the world. It’s hosted by Dan Antion.  Feel free to join in on the fun by creating your own Thursday Doors post each week and then sharing your link in the comments below, anytime between 12:01 am Thursday morning and Saturday noon (North American eastern time).

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84 thoughts on “#ThursdayDoors: Red or Green?”

  5. Whimsy doors:)
    Merry Christmas and an early prezzie:

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    1. That was my thought about them, Dave. I’m partial to understated Christmas decorations. Although, I don’t know if any of these intended to be Christmasy. Over the years, I’ve known a few people who didn’t associate red and green with Christmas. Either way, I’m glad you enjoyed them. Thanks for opening this door. Hugs.

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  10. Hello Teagan,
    It seems many are taking off early for the holidays.
    I’ll be around a bit. I found a family sort of mural I might post for the holidays.
    Anyway…Happy Holidays!!!!!!
    Don’t mind if I do say holiday greetings many times over the next few weeks!
    Hugs!

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    1. That mural sounds perfect for the time of year, Resa. I’m looking forward to it.
      I considered a holiday break, but only because I don’t expect anyone to be in the blog-verse, leaving comments. The interaction of the comments is the main reason I blog. So I decided to stick around and hopefully have a few people to say hello to.
      I know the serial episodes won’t be seen, but I guess I can do a post with links to a few episodes after things (hopefully) come back in the new year.
      Holiday greetings are welcome, no matter how many times. Have a cool Yule! Hugs winging back to you.

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  12. Never get that question in Boston. I like both colored doors but prefer my sauce GREEN. However, I’m making chicken enchiladas right now (crock pot) with the RED sauce. Go figure. Mild, however. 🙂 Merry Christmas to you!!

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    1. Pam, I’ve never been asked that question in any other state. LOL.
      I prefer green chili too. Actually, I love hot spicy food, but my stomach stopped being able to deal with it ages ago… Ah for the days of crunching on fresh sliced jalapeno peppers… Your enchiladas sound delicious! Thanks for opening this door. Hugs.

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  16. Those are some cool looking doors. Wonder how you get in that one with no doorknob? Oh, before I read any further, you mentioned red or green at the restaurant … I knew exactly what was meant. I like both, myself. haha 🙂

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  20. You found some striking door photos for the red and green theme. I have to say I like the first ones are the best. They’re the same but different. That is a puzzlement about the placement of the door knocker and what I’m guessing is a doorbell. If you ever make it up New England way and order coffee at Dunkin’, “regular” means a big hit of cream and sugar.

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    1. Thanks, Denny. I know what you mean. Years ago I had a coworker who was talking about doing her kitchen in red and green, including the tile. I asked her a similar question, wondering if she was choosing that because she wanted Christmas all year. She said she hadn’t even thought about it being Christmas colors… I guess we all have our own “personal symbology” when it comes to colors. Hugs.

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  26. These doors are ready for Christmas all year long. They’re helping me get in the spirit. I’d be confused by that question as well, if I didn’t have some insight. Thanks for joining us before the holiday break at Thursday Doors.

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  28. I take note of the question and of Timothy’s comment about Christmas for whenever I visit New Mexico. Thanks for the intriguing and gorgeous doors, Teagan, and, although a bit early, Merry Christmas all the same. Big hugs and love to Velma and Daphne.

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    1. That’s a good point, Sharukh — a door in a pretty contrast color. In New Mexico, the city of Taos (northern part of the state, a ski resort town) started the tradition of painting their doors a vibrant turquoise-blue. That has spread here and there throughout the state. Thanks for opening this door. Hugs.

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  31. Did you know that “Red or Green?” is the official New Mexico state question? The legislature passed it in 1996. When you want red and green chile mixed on your order, you can simply answer “Christmas!” when asked whether you want red or green. Cool doors. Merry Christmas!

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  32. Hi Teagan, these doors are very interesting. The one that is bigger on one side my serve some purpose. Designs like that usually have a practical application. I will do my last Thursday Doors post which will also be my last post of the year, other than my one Dark Origins Writing to be Read post, of this year. I find myself quite tired now after a whole year of nursing and looking after sick people. I’m taking an all around break for a few weeks.

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