tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19015434619954724082024-03-18T15:58:25.083-04:0052 FLEALaura @ 52 FLEAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01095761354333333105noreply@blogger.comBlogger969125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1901543461995472408.post-70602988361749973462015-05-20T21:26:00.000-04:002015-05-20T21:26:20.784-04:00The Last Lilac Season<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;">Hello friends...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Thought you might like a peek at our lovely lilacs</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> as this is our last spring here in the Hudson River Valley.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Once again, these faithful lilacs bring back happy memories,</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> especially of my Mom and Nana.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We have transplanted some shoots up to the lake house and</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> hopefully will be able to enjoy these family blooms for many years</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> to come in the Adirondacks.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Lilacs do well there as they love the cool mountain weather.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Doesn't my antique bee skep look even more fantastic</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> adorned with these lovely lilacs?</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Wishing you all a beautiful season</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> of pretty blossoms</span><span style="font-size: x-large;"> and fun flea markets!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>I am off on an exciting adventure with my Dad, sister and brother in law. We are headed to Paris tomorrow for a few days, and then will cruise on the Seine to Normandy. </i></span><i style="font-size: x-large;">It is Dad's 88th birthday!</i></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>...I know, unbelievably lucky!</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>...feeling blessed and very grateful.</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">:)</span></div>
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<i>Will take photos! </i></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Finally!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Here are some photos from my visit to Paula's cottage</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> in Connecticut a few weeks ago.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">She was 90% decorated at the time...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">... everything was so charming and festive!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">She found this branch in the back gardens</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> and mounted it in a vintage iron tree holder. </span></div>
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That white cord on the floor is my Iphone charger....so sorry Paula! </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Anyway, she painstakingly wrapped copper wire LED lights around the tree and <i>Voila!</i> </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I took a ton of photos and will limit my comments</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> so you can enjoy the images.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We found those tall iron springs in October at Elephant's Trunk</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> and each bought 2....at $1 each.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The super tall candles Paula bought at Terrain.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The pillow Paula made from a grain sack</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> and yes, she knit all those mittens! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">While we were out and about shopping Paula bought this angel from Michele at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Taken-for-Granite/318992518130621">Taken For Granite</a> in Stony Creek.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> up on her tippy toes to hang it here! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I hope you liked this year's tour</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> of my very creative friend Paula's Christmas cottage!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Enjoy the rest of the holiday season!</span></div>
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...and a special thank you to those friends who have written to say that they have missed my blog posts or simply wished me well. Your thoughtfulness is deeply appreciated!</div>
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<b>For the first time, I am trying to respond to your much appreciated comments here...</b><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> It's that time of year again!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This is how <b><a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Taken-for-Granite/318992518130621">Taken For Granite</a></b> sparkled and twinkled</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> on Friday evening at their Holiday Open House.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">It was my birthday weekend and I was delighted</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> to be able to visit my dear friend Paula in Connecticut. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>You know what that means!</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Three fun filled days of antiquing,</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> shopping in the most beautiful boutiques</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">and catching up with girl friends.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This first post will showcase all the splendor of</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> <b><a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Taken-for-Granite/318992518130621">Taken For Granite</a> </b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">in Stony Creek, Connecticut.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...there are a LOT of them! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Michele, the owner and creative genius</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">She also created this birch and woodland animals</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Here is Michele and her team of lovely and talented ladies.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Their hospitality, creativity and attention to detail</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> make shopping here a pleasure.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The open house was a spectacular and fun way</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> to begin the holiday season! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>I wanted to get this post up as quick as possible!</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>Now, it's back to Thanksgiving preparations</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>...and snow shoveling!</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Next week I hope to share some photos</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> from Paula's wonderful farmhouse cottage...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">all decorated for Christmas in her unique and fanciful style.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">You will <i>love</i> it! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Happy Thanksgiving! </b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">:)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This time of the year...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...my heart sings, my energy level pumps up and I feel inspired.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Does that happen to you too?</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Just thought I would pop in to share some quick IPhone photos</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> that I have taken in the last few days.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I love playing with my lilacs.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> If you have followed along these last four years,</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> you know that our lilacs are family blooms...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">some were my grandmother's, Mr. Flea's grandmother's</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> and the deep double French were my Mom's. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The dogwoods this past week were stunning.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> We have just one pink...the rest are white.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">And...of course, I love using my vintage, rustic treasures</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> to hold the all the beautiful blossoms</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">My fascination with Instagram continues,</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> but </span><span style="font-size: large;">my son Dan will be happy to know</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> that I have been using my Canon big girl camera again</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> and now that we have replaced my 8 year old laptop</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>(may she rest in peace)</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> with a new one that is <i>fast</i> and has lots of storage...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I hope to blog a bit more often as well.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Wishing <i>you</i> a lovely spring!</span></div>
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<i>I can't wait to get back up to the lake!</i></div>
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<i>Take care!</i></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Evi's annual Valentine Luncheon was postponed this year due to the terrible weather we have been having this winter in New York.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"> But, finally last Thursday we managed to come together</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Her unique and beautiful home appeared </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">as fresh, light and inviting as ever.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Evi's European origins and her design background work together</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Never cluttered, always perfectly edited, each item on display</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"> is placed <i>just so</i> making her rooms both beautiful and interesting.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Once again, Evi spoiled us with a delicious lunch.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> She served mushroom, asparagus soup; corn, tomato and avocado salad;</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> baked salmon and creme fraiche potatoes.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> For dessert, we had strawberries, apple tart</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> and a delicious cake with chocolate and a Dutch liquor center.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The table was set with Valentine's Day still in mind...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">red and white linen napkins, lace tablecloth and charming paper</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> birds created by the talented Evi to stand in as place cards.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> And, <i>of course</i>, she baked and packaged her special cookies</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> for us to bring home. (Mr. Flea was waiting for those! :))</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Touches of red, Evi's favorite color and bits of whimsy</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>Sigh</i>...everything is so <i>clean</i> and uncluttered in Evi's world.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">...<i>just like my home</i>...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Can you just imagine the 6 of us gathered around this table?</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Giddy with the rare opportunity to all spend time together...</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">This year, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Plantswise-by-Tovah-Martin/188220037885906">Tovah Martin</a> came to join us at the luncheon.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">It was lovely to meet this charming girl.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I was just a little starstruck, but the famous horticulturalist, master gardener, author, lecturer and producer of a PBS series</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Since <a href="http://eviscountrysnippets.blogspot.com/">Evi</a> and Paula are gardeners and <a href="http://maynardgreenhouse.blogspot.com/">Carole</a> owns and operates a nursery there was much they had in common.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">And since everyone loves antiques and treasure hunting</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"> at flea markets...</span><span style="font-size: large;">I fit right in too!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Small touches, tiny delightful bits and interesting collections</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The charming country kitchen, </span><span style="font-size: large;">which produces amazing delectable culinary creations <i>a la Evi's expertise</i>,</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Collections of sheep and tiny doll dishes fill one shelf ...</span></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">I am sure Evi would not approve of the above photo.</span></i><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><i> </i><i>She was in the the midst of preparing our lunch...</i></span><br />
<i><span style="font-size: large;"> that's her delicious mushroom, asparagus soup</span></i><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><i> </i><i>simmering on the stove!</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i> ...this is how the magic happens!</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Moving on to Evi and her sweet hubby Eb's bedroom. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Relaxing and romantic. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I love how she re-furbished the small master bath...</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">One of Evi's beautiful snow girls</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">And because it had been so long since we had seen each other,</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> These beautiful packages were for me!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Paula made the angel wings for me which now are perched</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>I am so lucky to have such creative and talented friends!</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">And last, but certainly not least, is Carole's gift to Evi...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...a beautiful folded paper basket.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Isn't it amazing?</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> <i>I can't even imagine being that creative...</i></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><i>...or patient! </i></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>Thank you Evi for hosting us once again....</i></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><i>...we so appreciate all your efforts and will remember</i></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><i> with love all your pampering and our wonderful day together !</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I want to thank everyone who has written to me, sent up a few prayers or otherwise reached out to me. My father in law passed away a few weeks ago and we held a beautiful memorial service to celebrate his 94 years of life and loving.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i> I am now in Florida with Dad and the southern part of the family and don't intend to return to New York until spring!</i></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><i>With flea markets and antique jaunts on the horizon...</i></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><i>...stay tuned for a few more posts! </i></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The Christmas season has been beautiful...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Our gifts this year include the gift of time...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This year my husband's Dad </span><span style="font-size: large;">is celebrating his last Christmas.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We are grateful that, this snowy December, we are able to share happy memories,</span><span style="font-size: large;"> corny jokes, bittersweet tears</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We are still learning from this father and grandfather...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">patience, endurance, what it means to be generous and loving.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">At times, </span><span style="font-size: large;">our hearts are filled with sadness</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">But, we also know how blessed we are to have had him with us</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> so healthy and active and independent for all these many years.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This Christmas is a little different.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"> It is simpler in some respects </span><span style="font-size: large;">but filled with a heightened</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">and the many blessings of family.</span></div>
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Laura @ 52 FLEAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01095761354333333105noreply@blogger.com33tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1901543461995472408.post-22525506301677999032013-12-06T19:09:00.000-05:002013-12-06T22:24:42.123-05:00Grace's Pink Christmas<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;">Uncle George's sister Grace loved the color pink.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> of beautiful glassware, pottery, silver and Victorian furniture.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Her entire home was filled to the brim with treasures...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...including signed Tiffany, Lalique and Faberge. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Almost all of them were pink</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> and many were antique German treasures.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>We are counting our many blessings and </i><i>holding tight</i></span></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">Happy Holidays to all!</span></i></div>
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Linking to <a href="http://howsweetthesound.typepad.com/my_weblog/2013/12/lets-celebrate-pink-saturday-december-7-2013.html">How Sweet The Sound</a>...Pink Saturday</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...and then we went to </span><b><span style="font-size: x-large;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/NestMystic">NEST</a></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We walked in the door and didn't know which way to look first.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large; text-align: center;"> old journals and wood drawers mixed in with new and interesting</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">WHOooo wants to go shopping here?</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">And...oh...the beautiful and unique jewelry!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Loved the turquoise and silver ornaments...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The vintage golf trophy in back was fabulous!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Cupboards of cookbooks, kitchen items, aprons and ribbons...</span></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">In fact, I brought quite a few things home with me!</span></i></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">If you are anywhere near Mystic, Connecticut this holiday season...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...be sure to stop in to <b><a href="https://www.facebook.com/NestMystic">NEST</a></b>! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">How's your holiday shopping going?</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Did you shop small and local this year?</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">:)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Hope everyone had a very Happy Thanksgiving!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Back to my visit with Paula</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> and a tour of her charming Christmas cottage!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> sits this charming snowlady, another one-of-a-kind doll</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> created by our good friend Evi </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> </span><a href="http://eviscountrysnippets.blogspot.com/"><i>Evi's Country Snippets</i></a></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...next to yet another decorated tree!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This bedroom is referred to as either</span></div>
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I just call it <i>my</i> room.</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> She even knit the tiny mittens! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I left there with visions of sugarplums</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> and all sorts of other enchanting ideas!</span></div>
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<i>Looking forward to the Christmas party!</i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">A visit to <b><a href="https://www.facebook.com/NestMystic">NEST</a></b> in Mystic, Connecticut.</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">You are going to love this amazing shop!</span></i></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">That is Paula's charming cottage</span><span style="font-size: large;"> immortalized</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> on this very special hand painted</span><span style="font-size: large;"> Christmas ornament.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We had our annual, wonderful, whirlwind 2 day</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Christmas shopping extravaganza!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We covered it all....from our favorite home decor boutiques, holiday open houses, antique shops, upscale specialty,</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> dress and jewelry shops...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...to junk shops and even Home Goods and TJ Maxx. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">In between shopping and eating I managed to take</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This post is way too long... with 50 plus photos... so you may want to read this when everyone else is taking their post turkey nap!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>...just so you know</i>!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">First, here is a peek at her little cottage kitchen decorated,</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> <i>of course</i>, with a small Christmas tree on the counter.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> <i>I counted over 17 decorated trees this year!</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The charming kitchen is indeed tiny, <i>but let me tell you</i>,</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> I have enjoyed some</span><span style="font-size: large;"> pretty awesome meals coming out</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> of this wonderful space!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I didn't even count this sweet little tree...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">And then she crowned a Christmas tree with it!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...now turned into a table candelabra centerpiece.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Her silver table top tree filled with birds and nests</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Don't you love the colors in these bird plates</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> that she found in Pottery Barn?</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The colors fit in perfectly with her palette</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> of creams, whites, green and brown.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">And yes, that is one of Evi's hand made Santas.</span></div>
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<i><a href="http://eviscountrysnippets.blogspot.com/">Evi's Country Snippets</a></i></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Paula converted some old chair springs into her version</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> of a "dove cote".</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> at Brimfield a few years back...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...and one of Evi's rabbits.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The pine cones and boughs are just perfect for a winter bed...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...</span><i style="font-size: x-large;">and I was thinking</i><span style="font-size: large;"> ...it would be wonderful on one of the beds</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Pillow by Michele at Taken For Granite!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The Mama rabbit and little bunny are making their first appearance</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> this year as they are new to Paula's collection</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> of Evi's one of a kind creations.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> which is what makes her Christmas cottage so special.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>Until then....</i></span></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: x-large;">Sending best wishes for a healthy, safe and</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: x-large;"> Happy Thanksgiving</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: x-large;">to you and your families.</span></i></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">:)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>Christmas 2013</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This year's visit to Taken For Granite in Stony Creek, CT </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">was as inspirational, beautiful and amazing as always!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Just look at this fabulous garden architectural piece </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">which was the first thing we saw as we walked in the door.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">From that moment on,</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Paula and I were swept off our feet </span><span style="font-size: large;">into the magical world</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> that Michele, the owner of the shop,</span><span style="font-size: large;"> creates each year.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Sadly, we missed seeing her but were able to chat a bit with her lovely sister Sue, who along with other members of the TFG team help transform</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> what is already a beautiful shop </span><span style="font-size: large;">into this winter wonderland! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">They were all ready for their Holiday Open House.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">As usual, I took tons of photos to share with you...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...so be prepared to be dazzled!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Remember my silver tree with watch faces, trinkets</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> and bits and bobs that I did last year?</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">I <i>love</i> Michele's version.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>Of all things...Paula loved this tape measure!</i> </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">And, <i>of course</i> I loved the blues, turquoises and all the beautiful seashells and coral that are ever present in this CT boutique</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> located here by the sea on the Long Island Sound.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> There were gorgeous jewels to choose from.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> </span><b>Paula, <i>that tricky girl, </i>bought me a birthday present </b><br />
<b>...the most beautiful silver necklace by Rebecca Leonard.</b><br />
<b>I made the mistake of admiring it and then, well, </b><b>I couldn't stop her...</b></div>
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<b>.<i>..I am thrilled !</i></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I absolutely adored Michele's use of vintage Christmas</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> black and white photos sprinkled throughout the shop!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>So much inspiration!</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Michele always has a wonderful assortment</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"> of unique clothes and accessories.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"> There are so many interesting choices for the holidays...</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">for giving to special friends or family or </span><span style="font-size: large;">for </span><i style="font-size: x-large;">yourself!</i><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I hope you enjoyed the tour this year!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">If you get the chance to visit this charming area of Connecticut</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> over the holiday season....</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...you must stop in and visit Michele and all the lovely girls that </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">work at </span><b><span style="font-size: x-large;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Taken-for-Granite/318992518130621?ref=br_tf">Taken For Granite</a></span></b><span style="font-size: large;">.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> <i>We always have so much fun here!</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Visit them on their Facebook Page <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Taken-for-Granite/318992518130621?ref=br_tf">HERE!</a> </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Give them a LIKE for me!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">:)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">What's up next?</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Well, I have a zillion photos of Paula's Christmas cottage</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> and I took photos of <b><a href="https://www.facebook.com/NestMystic">NEST</a></b> in Mystic, CT...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...another amazing boutique all decorated for the holidays!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I<i> am going to try to get the next post up before Tday...</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Wishing you a joy filled, peaceful, safe and</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Happy Thanksgiving holiday!</span></div>
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Laura @ 52 FLEAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01095761354333333105noreply@blogger.com19tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1901543461995472408.post-90509999002605864892013-11-19T20:23:00.000-05:002013-11-19T20:23:05.535-05:00Guess What's Coming?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;">Yes...it's that time of year!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I will be off to Connecticut later on this week</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> to visit my dear friend, Paula...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...whose charming cottage is already decorated for Christmas</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> and ready for me to photograph ...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...to share with <i>you!</i></span></div>
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<i>Did you catch the Christmas 2012 photos of her home </i></div>
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<i> in the Better Homes and Gardens publication "Christmas Ideas" ?</i></div>
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<i>It's in the stores now!</i></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">And, that's not all...</span></div>
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<i>Remember Noelle?</i></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We will be visiting Michele at <i><a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Taken-for-Granite/318992518130621"><b>Taken For Granite</b></a></i> in Stony Creek...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Paula has a few other shopping surprise stops for me...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...and my little trip to Connecticut would not be complete</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> without</span><span style="font-size: large;"> visits with my special friends</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Carole of <b><a href="http://maynardgreenhouse.blogspot.com/"><i>Maynard Greenhouse</i></a></b> in Old Saybrook</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> and</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Deanna of <b><a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Gather-of-Ivoryton/322826592638"><i>Gather</i></a></b> in Ivoryton.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">So stay tuned...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...for some fun photos of inspiring spaces created by</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> these amazing, artistic and imaginative women! </span></div>
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<i>I'm so excited!</i></div>
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<i>can you tell?</i></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">:)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">September and October were beautiful in the Adirondacks.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Here are a few photos that show just a bit of the beauty</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">It is always sad when we close up "camp" for the season.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> But things changed quickly up north</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> and they have already had their first snowfall!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Things have changed here at home too.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>Life has it's seasons</i>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">These days we are spending time loving and caring</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> for the oldest members of our family.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>It is such a privilege</i>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">So grateful for family, friends and faith.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> <i>If you follow along on Instagram...</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Thought you might enjoy seeing these too!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">These two marble top tables were gorgeous.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> They weren't priced, there was no vendor around</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> and I don't even have a place for them.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> But, I want a place for them.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> I love them.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The fact is...I don't even have room for one.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Loved both of these charming portraits! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This vendor had tons of Christmas ornaments stacked high.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I think there were as many photos taken of this pile</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> I already have three of these, including one that was my Nana's.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">an old bustle...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I can't even imagine what it would be like to wear such a thing.</span></div>
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<i>But then again...my figure doesn't need any extra padding there! </i></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">You know how much I love blue!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I have several pieces of cobalt decorated pottery collected long ago.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Good thing...prices are high now!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Looking forward to next year already! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Have you seen this special interest publication</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Well, my dear friend Paula's home, <i>all decorated for Christmas,</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> was photographed last year for this special issue.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The article is at the very back of the magazine...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">because, <i>of course</i>, they save the best for last!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">It's in the stores now!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>I am looking forward to my next visit,once her decorations are up, because she always does something different...</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>...and she has already clued me in to a few amazing ideas</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i> she has cooking in her creative mind!</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Just had to let you know!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This was my lucky year at the Bouckville show.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I was finally able to meet Colleen Bloom of <a href="http://thevintageroomny.wordpress.com/">The Vintage Room</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Her charming booth stands out as a rose among thorns (so to speak)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> with all it's decidedly feminine and shabby chic decor.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> is apparent in her lovely vignettes and displays.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Shabby chic painted furniture in creams and pinks,</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> gorgeous vintage clothes and beautiful jewelry...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Painted signs and furniture...lots of creativity going on here! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Colleen is as sweet as she is talented.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Such a pretty lady too!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I was delighted to finally meet her in person.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">You can see more pictures of her booth at Bouckville</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> on her blog </span><a href="http://thevintageroomny.wordpress.com/" style="font-size: x-large;">The Vintage Room</a></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...and can follow her on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thevintageroomNY">Facebook here</a>!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>As always, thanks for stopping by and for kind comments!</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I couldn't wait to visit the booth of my friend Victoria Potter</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> who goes by the name <a href="https://www.facebook.com/gypsypaintbrush">The Gypsy Paintbrush</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Vicky is a creative and inspiring girl who always has a large supply of rustic items</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> mixed</span><span style="font-size: large;"> with pretties and feminine treasures.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Her interesting displays mix silver pieces, white ironstone, vintage ribbons, colored glass and pretty dishes with zinc containers, advertising pieces and a bit of industrial.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Vicky has a great sense of style and is genius at achieving just the right balance between masculine and feminine elements...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Vicky always has beautiful vintage clothes and pretty linens to look through. Last year I found the loveliest antique peach lace dress which hangs in front of a window in my bedroom and casts such a soft romantic light when the afternoon sun shines through.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This year, I couldn't resist a black poufy crinoline petticoat </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">which looks pretty amazing on my Victorian cage dress form.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">And, oh those little details that we all love so much.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> This is the bottom of a small box that another customer</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> was purchasing in Vicky's booth. <i>I adore this tiny label.</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">You never know what Vicky will bring to her shows...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...but I have never been disappointed and am always delighted</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> with her beautiful and imaginative displays.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>You can follow her on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/gypsypaintbrush">FB</a> to find out where she will set up and display her wonderful wares next.</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Next up...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...the booth of Colleen Bloom...<a href="http://thevintageroomny.wordpress.com/">The Vintage Room</a>!</span></div>
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<b>Thanks so much for all those lovely comments welcoming me back! </b></div>
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<b>You really know how to make a girl feel good about things :)</b></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Hello friends...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> It's been so long since I have posted...I almost forgot how!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>More about why it's been so long later.</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> For now...here are some pics of some of the wonders that I saw when I went to the fabulous Madison Bouckville show in August.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> </span>Yes, I know...that was two months ago.</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">My first parking spot was literally at the edge of a corn field.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> <i>This photo is out the front windshield before I exited the car! </i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Can you feel the excitement?</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">As usual, my heart was pounding at the prospect</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> of finding my brand of junk!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Three beautiful days of antiquing and visiting with friends</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> was such a treat!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>This show is still my favorite.</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Later this week, I will share pics from the booths of Vicky Potter of <b><a href="https://www.facebook.com/gypsypaintbrush">Gypsy Paintbrush</a></b> and Colleen Bloom from <b><a href="http://thevintageroomny.wordpress.com/">The Vintage Room</a></b>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>You will enjoy their distinct, feminine and pretty presentations.</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Now, about my unplanned and long blogging break...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Well, <i>Life got in the way.</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The many joys of life...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> ...</span><span style="font-size: large;">as we were very busy and had a ton of fun</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> with family and friends at the lake this summer.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> And then there were some hard times too...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...our family, like yours, has had its share of loss and illness.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Fortunately, we are holding tight to one another and our faith.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">So, that's why I have not been online much...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...I have been focused on family.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Having said that...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I have, <i>however</i>, been an Instagramming fool...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">using the IPhone 5</span><span style="font-size: large;"> my son Dan bought me last Christmas.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">IG must have been invented for lazy bloggers like me!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Here's why I like it...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...my phone is always with me anyway, it's quick, immediate</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">and </span><span style="font-size: large;">the photos are a bit gritty... not meant to be perfect...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...although you would be amazed at some of the shots on IG.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Not to mention the amazing apps and editing tools</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> which I have yet to get into.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> If you are interested you can click the button on my sidebar</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i><b>Meanwhile, I hope YOU are well...</b></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i><b>I have much catching up to do with everyone's blogs</b></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i><b> and hope to spend a little time doing that soon.</b></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">A special thank you to the dear friends and readers who have taken the time to email, message me or send handwritten notes...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...your thoughtfulness and expressions of concern</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> have meant the world to me.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> I am grateful for your kindness and feel so blessed</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> to have each and every one of you in my life.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Be back soon with more Bouckville photos!</b></span></div>
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Laura @ 52 FLEAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01095761354333333105noreply@blogger.com30tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1901543461995472408.post-88433374634757459332013-07-02T21:41:00.000-04:002013-07-02T21:41:11.027-04:00Pink Peonies<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;">My Mom's pretty pink peonies...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...next door, here at the lake.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">She loved these...and so do I.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Mom was very talented at flower arranging</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> and used to enjoy fixing up bouquets</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> from her garden </span><span style="font-size: large;">to set about the house. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Dad says there wasn't a flower that she didn't love.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Here it is July and there are still some buds yet to bloom.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">So pretty!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We have been busy here at the lake with lots of company...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...both friends and family.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This weekend we will be celebrating Independence Day</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> with a flea market, picnic, parade and fireworks.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">There will be 13 of us this year and it is always a lot of fun.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Wishing you happy summer days!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">:)</span></div>
Laura @ 52 FLEAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01095761354333333105noreply@blogger.com31tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1901543461995472408.post-64304415540234746632013-06-14T03:35:00.000-04:002013-06-14T03:35:00.054-04:00Premier Issue of Inspiration Vintage Magazine<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Melinda from <a href="http://alabasterrosedesigns.blogspot.com/">Alabaster Rose Lifestyle</a></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"> has launched a brand new magazine called</span><br />
<i><span style="font-size: x-large;">Inspiration Vintage Magazine</span></i><span style="font-size: large;">.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">This creation has been a long time dream of hers</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">and she has put her heart and soul into it.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> I was honored to be asked to contribute a few words and photos along with some other wonderful blogging friends</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I am looking forward to receiving</span><span style="font-size: large;"> my own hard copy in the mail.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> You can order one for yourself or a digital copy <i><a href="http://www.magcloud.com/browse/issue/579549?__r=340756">HERE</a></i>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>Thank you Melinda for asking me to contribute</i></span></div>
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Laura @ 52 FLEAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01095761354333333105noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1901543461995472408.post-3362581664108086832013-05-26T14:18:00.002-04:002013-05-26T14:18:24.518-04:00The Bird's Nest Inn and Beyond<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;">The Bird's Nest Inn is the secluded tiny <i>get away</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">In a former life, it housed chickens.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Now, it is a romantic secret bedroom</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> with lovely views of Paula's gardens.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Inside is an inviting comfy bed...ready and waiting</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> for an afternoon nap,</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> a place to sneak away and read a good book... </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...or sit and have a glass of wine in the evening...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...or perhaps a romantic interlude (<i>blush</i>)...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...or a good night's sleep in the cool night air</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Or how about a seat in the rope swing for perfect views</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The <i>witch's hat</i> or <i>sputnik</i> as we refer to it...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...has a romantic story behind it.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Paula asked her love, Bill...<i>on their very first date</i>...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">... to help her drag this rusty relic home.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">He did, no questions asked...and she knew she had a keeper! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">An open air dining room...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> and plans to fill those urns with ivy this year.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The wisteria was glorious in mid May and covered the garage.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>And...where did that single red tulip come from?</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Paula's garden palette may include some pinks and lavenders</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> along with her white flowers but this lonely little red tulip</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> appeared out of nowhere.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> I guess everybody and every-<i>blossom</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> wants a chance to be in Paula's gardens! :)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">There are several bushes of white bleeding hearts which were luminous and beautiful in the shade.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I hope you have enjoyed this visit</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> to my dear friend Paula's gardens.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">These photos were taken in mid May and with each day,</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> new growth and surprises appear to delight the eye.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Some of you have asked why Paula doesn't have a blog.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> It is because she would rather spend her free time in the gardens, or creating in her cottage and not on the computer.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> She doesn't even own a cell phone...<i>now tell me, how much more time would you have if you weren't looking at Instagram or checking Facebook?</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i></i>I think she has the right idea! </span></div>
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<i>(But don't try to take <b>my</b> Iphone away from me!)</i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">So, do I have more photos of inside the farmhouse?</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">Yes, of course.</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">Also...of some of our favorite shops and Brimfield too.</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">Coming soon...</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">Thank you always for your comments...</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">Paula loves to hear what you think of her home and gardens.</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: large;"> And I, of course, love to hear from you and appreciate the time it takes to leave a word or two.</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">Hoping all is well with <b>you</b>...</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">We are at the lake with family and friends for Memorial Day weekend.</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: large;"> Lots of rain and cold...but happy to be together!</span></i></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Take care, <i>Laura</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> <i>Hello again!</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Back from Florida with Dad...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...a few days home...before we head to the lake.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Here are a few more photos from my visit to Paula's last week.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Her cottage was fresh and as charming as always...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> and her early spring gardens were beautiful and promised a spectacular show</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> to come in just a few weeks.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Tiny Finch and Dove eggs </span><span style="font-size: large;">came from Paula's sister Carol .</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Paula's tiny kitchen is packed with charm</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> and reflects her unique decorating style.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> I can attest to the fact that although small in size</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> it has served up many delicious meals!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Outside the back door, one of her window boxes just planted with purple blossoms from our good friend</span><span style="font-size: large;"> Carole </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">at <a href="http://maynardgreenhouse.blogspot.com/"><b>Maynard Greenhouse</b></a> in Old Saybrook.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I just love the texture and look of the patio</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> with these tiny flowers, moss and lichen.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">It is such a pretty time of year here in Paula's gardens </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">with all the ferns and shade flowers just beginning to bloom.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Years ago, Paula and I both bought a few Giant Solomon Seal</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Mine are still thriving at the lake in the Adirondacks...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">and Paula's have multiplied and are stunning!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...to highlight the charm of this unexpected little get away!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">So...stay tuned for lots more photos from Paula's home</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> and my mini vacation in beautiful Connecticut.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>I read and appreciate them so much!</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Each May, I make the trip to visit my good friend Paula in Connecticut</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> and we travel to Brimfield to the antique fair,</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> do some local shopping and just enjoy each others company.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Of course, this means I get to stay in Paula's charming farmhouse</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> with her unique decorating style.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We had a lot of fun in Brimfield along with Paula's sister Carol...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...it was her first time and to quote her, </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>"I think I died and went to heaven!"</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We also were able to visit our dear friends</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Carole from <a href="http://maynardgreenhouse.blogspot.com/">Maynard Greenhouse</a> in Old Saybrook </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">and Deanna at her shop <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Gather-of-Ivoryton/322826592638">Gather</a> in Ivoryton</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">and, of course we squeezed in a stop to Michelle's </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.forgranite.com/home.html">Taken For Granite</a> in Stony Creek!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>(Michelle and her sister Sue made the charming pillow above)</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The letters above also came from Taken For Granite!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I love the way Paula has arranged them.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">May is half over and there is still so much to do and lots going on! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> of her beautiful early spring garden!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Also, photos of all there was to see at Brimfield ,</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Gather</b> and <b>Taken For Granite</b>...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">It is also the month my Dad was born...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...he will be 86 in a few days!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large; text-align: center;">Our beautiful daughter Kate was born on May 1st</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">and the lilacs were in full bloom the day we brought her home.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We are so fortunate to have three different varieties of lilacs</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> that were once </span><span style="font-size: large;">our mothers and grandmothers.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Sharing my lilac love with all of you...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...and Happy Mother's Day too!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">P.S. ...and just so you don't think that <i>everything</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> around here </span><span style="font-size: large;">smells heavenly...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...below is a photo I snapped of an unwanted intruder.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I have filled the house with buckets of lilacs but this fragrant fellow</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> She wanted me to see some of Nyack's shops and boutiques</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> While there </span><span style="font-size: large;">I spied a little shop with eye catching window displays</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The sign on the door said....<i><b>Pop Up Shop</b></i>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Once inside, I was enthralled with the vintage treasures</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Oooo...who is the person or persons behind this wonderful collection of cool stuff?</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Kate and Mr. Flea, <i>my biggest fans</i>...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">embarrassed me a little and ...told Christina about my little blog</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Back in December...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">the two stylists had only just opened the shop a few weeks earlier</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> </span><span style="font-size: large;">and were still trying to settle on a name for the store.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We shared a few laughs as Mr. Flea thought he was brilliant when</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> he came up with his suggestion of calling the pop up shop...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The </span><i style="font-size: x-large;">PROP</i><span style="font-size: large;"> -UP SHOP! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The store front windows are so well done...intriguing...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...they draw you right in!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">A fun collection of galvanized tin bait keepers.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> <i>Pair one with a fishing pole and some cheery flowers</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i> for a welcoming summer vignette.</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">They also are now carrying some lovely new items.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Meryl Foster</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">...like this collection of MUD dinnerware.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>I love the soft colors and matte finish.</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Such a wonderful mix of interesting objects...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">...this is the kind of place you have to stop in every week as you never know what you will find!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>I knew you would love it!</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">You can find Archive Home on their <b>Facebook</b> page <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Archive-Home/368496186582856?fref=ts">HERE</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>Please tell them I say hello and give their page a Like!</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">If you see something you must have,</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> it just might be listed in their new <b>Etsy</b> shop <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/ArchiveHome?ref=shop_sugg">HERE</a> !</span></div>
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<i>It turns out that</i> <i>Christina is a contributing editor</i><i> to Country Living magazine.</i></div>
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<i> Why am I not surprised ! ?!</i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">Hope you are well...</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">I am still busy cleaning out and decided to focus on that and hold off just a bit longer on re-stocking the Etsy shop.</span></i></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">:)</span></div>
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