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A Pretty Birdcage, A Pretty Sound & a Birthday

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Now, that’s a birdcage! I’ve had this photo (from Vignettes) for a while – I took it right before I left San Diego. This rusty, gorgeous piece was easily over 5 feet in height and 4 feet wide. I had to include it for my friend, Donna, who loves a good birdcage. I would have bought it for you, Donna, but as you can see it was already sold.

I have a few photos from California that I haven’t shared yet. Every so often, I’ll post one or two.


I love this bench. Oh yes…I would have happily taken this baby home. Alas, I was flying and this wouldn’t have fit in the overhead compartment. I miss Vignettes. I do.

After some investigation, we think the alarm went off because of a moth. When we took off the cover, a dead moth fluttered to the ground. I am happy to report that all was quiet last night.

Today the piano gets tuned!! I won’t say how long it has been, just know it has been too long. It is so out of tune that I can’t bear to play it. My husband says he misses the sound of the piano and the life and energy it brings to our house. As do I. So today my sweet piano will be tuned and I will play again.

Finally, Happy 90th Birthday to my wonderful father-in-law, Lee!! I love you and wish I was out in sunny California helping you celebrate!

Eye Candy

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Twelfth Night had its first audience last night and went extremely well. I had lunch today with one of my dearest friends who is the man who hired me to teach this past semester. We have known each other for 20 years and have had lots of adventures together. As my time here winds down (only a little more than two weeks to go), I am trying to be present in each moment. It is lovely here and I have had the chance to renew old friendships as well as to make new friends. Though I can’t wait to be home, I am well aware that leaving is bittersweet.

After all that, how about some eye candy from Vignettes?










I cannot tell you how much I will miss this shop. On top of all the visual beauty, Lori and her dealers and staff are the nicest, warmest people. I consider them friends and am so grateful to know them.

A Visit to Vignettes

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I stopped by my favorite shop today – Vignettes. A while back I took you along with me to their Valentine’s Day party, and I’ve shared some of the things I purchased at this delightful store, notably my Cherub painting. I thought you might like to see some of the beautiful eye candy that the customers love – me included.


This is my friend Joy’s booth. She is very talented, with a wonderful eye for color and detail.

I got a little arty with this photo –

I was so busy talking to Lori and another customer that I didn’t get all the close-up shots I wanted. Next time, I’ll use the lens to get up close and personal.

Hope you had fun!

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