Mamma Mia and the Greek Mediterranean The weekend had me in eager anticipation to go to the movies. The object of my theatrical affection was Mamma Mia! the movie. What's not to love? Pierce Brosnan and Colin Firth are two of my favorite leading men and the movie takes place on Skopelos, a Greek Island. It's a perfect time to share when I lived on the island of Crete for a year. Mamma Mia and the Greek Mediterranean. Having lived in Greece I was looking forward to the scenery as much as ... View the Post
British Colonial Design
A reader recently requested a post on British Colonial Design. She is currently in the midst of redecorating her home, which was damaged by Katrina, and wanted a few ideas. British Colonial Design If you are a regular reader of my blog you're aware that I like to provide the history of how styles are created. British Colonial Style and Decor (BCSD) came about in the late 19th century. Under the reign of Queen Victoria, the vast British Empire had reached parts of North and South America, ... View the Post
Federal Architecture Celebrating Our Independence
Shortly after the Revolutionary War, Americans began to celebrate their Independence in almost every aspect of their lives. One of the most lasting forms of patriotism came in the form of Federal architecture. Federal Architecture Celebrating Our Independence. Before the war with England, many homes had been built in the Georgian style that honored the British monarchs, George I-IV. The new architecture, which was a variation of neo-classical design, came to be known as the Federal style, ... View the Post
Feeling Patriotic
Feeling Patriotic and seeking some holiday spirit, I went on a red, white and blue mission. These crocheted edged linen napkins from Wisteria are so cute. They come in white too. Feeling Patriotic I could definitely recline upon these outdoor pillows from Garnet Hill. Wouldn't it be fun to start the day with this darling mug from Cath Kidston? These bed linens from Horchow would be so cute in a boys or guest bedroom. I love vintage enamelware. If you haven't had any luck at ... View the Post
Heirlooms and Art Swaps
For the past month, Miss Sandy of Quill Cottage has been hosting a blog~a~thon and a three-part art swap entitled "I Remember Laura".The final installment requests that we share our cherished family Heirlooms and Art Swaps. Heirlooms and Art Swaps In keeping with the theme, I thought I would show a set of six silver teaspoons that were given to my great-grandfather, Andrew Jackson Ingalls and his bride, Emma on the day of their wedding from my great~great grandfather, Lansford James Ingalls ... View the Post
16 Again And In Love With George Michael
16 Again And In Love With George Michael.You could ring up any of my friends from high school and ask them what my favorite band was and I am sure that they would all provide the correct answer. So feverish was my adoration for Wham! that it could only be rivaled by the girls in the Ed Sullivan audience when the Beatles first performed. George Michael was my favorite of the dashing duo. 16 Again And In Love With George Michael My allegiance continued even when George went on to a solo ... View the Post
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