5 Things To Do Now

By Barbara Bussey | February 15, 2012 |

If you’ve read my blog for a while, you might remember that my Dad passed away six months ago. Since that time, my siblings and I have been going through the legal hoops to make sure we’re doing everything required of us, to settle his and my Mom’s financial affairs. While he paid great attention…

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Dreams of Touring the Paris Flea Market

By Barbara Bussey | January 18, 2012 |

As a regular reader of Velvet and Linen, I stumbled upon an older post about her visit to the Paris Flea Market last summer. It was one of the most inspiring blog posts ever. It just made my imagination run wild! You can see the post by clicking here. The beautiful pictures made me feel…

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Merry Christmas, Dear Friend

By Barbara Bussey | December 24, 2011 |

“What if Christmas, he thought, doesn’t come from a store? What if Christmas, perhaps, means a little bit more?” -Dr. Seuss (via Empress of the Eye) Thanks to you, my friend, for helping make 2011 such a memorable year! From our house, to yours…health and happiness in the coming year! Jen, Betsy, my daughter, Jessica,…

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Union Station, a D.C. Architectural Landmark

By Barbara Bussey | October 28, 2011 |

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 from D.C. To NYC, which by the way, is a great travel option. I had never been to Union Station, and was in awe of…

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Beautiful Art & Architecture In Our Nations Capitol

By Barbara Bussey | October 27, 2011 |

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 room today. Lunch was followed by a stellar tour of the Capitol and Congressional Library. In fact, we were able to climb the steps within…

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Birthday Blessings

By Barbara Bussey | October 17, 2011 |

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 with my cards (one from the dog!) and flowers, was a wrapped…drum roll please… Makita drill! Sort of like getting the housewife a new vacuum!…

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A Grand Opening And The Month Ahead

By Barbara Bussey | October 8, 2011 |

October is always a big month around The Treasured Home, because it’s dedicated to me and my birthday! Hold the applause…it’s a couple of weeks away, but of course, a girl has to plan! It’s also the weekend we usually spend in San Francisco for the Navy’s Fleet Week. Mr. Wonderful and his Office Manager,…

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Annie’s Home & Garden

By Barbara Bussey | October 3, 2011 |

I visited a friend’s amazingly unique home and garden today and asked if it would be all right if I took pictures for my blog. She said fine, as long as I kept it anonymous. So, respecting her wishes, I have re-named her Annie, short for Anonymous. Annie is a World Traveler (capitalized because it…

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Come Into Our Living Room…

By Barbara Bussey | September 25, 2011 |

We’ve recently inherited a number of pieces that belonged to my parents and I have spent time finding just the right spot for each of them. It’s bitter-sweet…losing my parents, but it’s nice to keep things that they loved and that I grew up with, close by. When no one else wanted these large table…

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