Archive for October 2011
When I Was At “The Met”…
Even though I’ve been to NYC a half dozen times in recent years, I had never been to the beautiful Metropolitan Museum of Art. As the largest art museum in…
Read MoreUnion Station, a D.C. Architectural Landmark
I hope you enjoy architectural history as much as I do, because today we’re taking a quick peek at Union Station, in Washington D.C. This morning, we took the train…
Read MoreBeautiful Art & Architecture In Our Nations Capitol
Hello friends! Bob, Mr. Wonderful and I “won” a 2-night stay in Washington D.C., at a recent fundraiser and enjoyed lunch with our Congressman, Dan Lungren, in the Member’s dining…
Read MoreGorgeous Living Rooms
If life gave me a do-over, I’d gather my courage and build a home with a great big, great room! Beamed ceilings, soaring steel windows, with doors that open wide,…
Read MoreCalling All Antique Lovers!
The San Francisco Design Center offers all sorts of lectures on every topic you can imagine, regarding design. I’m a member, but membership isn’t required to attend their events. If…
Read MoreGoodies In Stock At Marshall’s
There are all sorts of fun goodies, for the home, in stock at Marshall’s, right now. If you’re looking to spruce up your accessories “on the cheap” or ready to…
Read MoreSelling Silver Plate at My Shop
I’m a big fan of using silver flat wear for “every day”. We use Grand Baroque sterling, my mother got me started on and a set of silver plate, purchased…
Read MoreBirthday Blessings
Yep, I woke up with the roosters today and what do you know, BAM! I’m 57 years old! Mr. Wonderful greeted me with flowers, a gooey sticky bun… …and along…
Read MoreThe Annie Sloan Chalk Paint Adventure
I’m having so much fun learning about and working with ASCP! Annie doesn’t spend a lot of time or money on product directions. Thankfully, there’s a boat load of wonderful…
Read MoreMy Store’s Christmas Display
In just six weeks, my antique and vintage shop, will be opening, right at the beginning of the Christmas shopping and entertaining season! I’m so excited about this new adventure!…
Read MorePositive Thoughts About Positive Thoughts (AKA Stretching My Comfort Zone)
Last night, lying in bed, I was second-guessing myself every which way possible, regarding my new antique and collectables shop, I’ll be opening after Thanksgiving. Self-doubt was running rampant! Maybe…
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