First – and foremost – it’s the 21st anniversary of the day I met Don.
Happy Anniversary, my love!
And of course, we open Our Town this afternoon, and the party will commence afterwards at the lake. Don’t know how long I’ll be there, since I have to get it together, i.e. pack, for my departure tomorrow morning.
Last night’s preview went very well indeed. It’s a lovely production. Everyone is doing beautiful work. The audience loved it. We’re opening this afternoon instead of tonight because it’s the 4th. Have to say it’s weird opening on a matinée performance!
Some views of the lake:
The Chautauqua Belle, a paddle wheel steamer.
I managed to speed walk to Chautauqua Miniatures late yesterday afternoon on the only break I had all day. It was hotter than I thought and I was exhausted afterward, but I roused myself enough to buy a few more minis.
Some cushions for the green ‘wicker’ chair that will go in the rooftop garden.
Mini Foliage to work some magic in the garden.
A lovely little frame – made by the same company that made the miniature Roseville Pottery.
Potted hydrangeas.
And these. Need I say how much I love them?
Happy Anniversary to Don and me, Happy Opening to everyone in Our Town.
Chris K in Wisconsin says
OK. The aqua patio set is amazing!! I want that exact set in MY size, please! And the potted hydrangea……. well, it is perfect!! Looks like the power walk was well worth it!
Claudia says
I want one for the Funky Patio!
Chris K in Wisconsin says
…and the cat on my lap pushed “enter”……..
ANYWAY, congrats on the opening and SAFE TRAVELS as you wind your way home to the 2 who are awaiting your arrival!!!!!
Claudia says
Thank you, Chris. Tomorrow will be a long day of travel, but on the other end will be Don and Scout.
Linda @ A La Carte says
Love all the cute things for the doll house! OH MY!! Good luck with the opening day and I know you are ready to get home and see Don (happy meeting day) and Dame Scout!!
hugs,
Linda
Claudia says
Thank you so much, Linda!
Donnamae says
Cute purchases…Happy first date anniversary….Happy matinee opening….Happy 4th! Safe travels tomorrow! ;)
Claudia says
Thank you, Donnamae!
Judy Clark says
Adore all the minis!! Have a great day and so glad you’re going home tomorrow.
Judy
Claudia says
Me too, Judy. I’m ready!
Betsy says
I, too, want that aqua se for MY patio! It’s gorgeous. I’m always amazed at how detailed minatures are. The patience it must require to make them.
Safe travels home to Don and Scout and Happy Anniversary!
Blessings,
Betsy
Claudia says
Thank you, Betsy!
Roneta says
Thank you so much for taking us along on your trip to Chautauqua, and especially to the miniatures store. It’s so fun seeing all the lovely cottages in an area of the country I’m (unfortunately) not likely to visit. The patio set is adorable!!
Claudia says
Thank you, Roneta. It was my pleasure.
Melanie says
Hi Claudia, I’m just now getting a chance to get caught up with your blog. Loved hearing about Our Town (I’m embarrassed to admit I’ve never read the book nor seen the play – I would love to see it!) and seeing all the beautiful houses that you’ve showcased. You found some wonderful miniatures for your dollhouse…that patio set is amazing! I would like that in real life, please. :-) Happy the-day-we-met anniversary to you and Don!
Claudia says
Thank you, Melanie! It’s been a lovely three weeks here in Chautauqua.
Nancy Blue Moon says
I will take one of those table and chair sets in life size too ..Thanks for one last look at that beautiful lake..Travel safely tomorrow and Happy Meeting Anniversary to you and Don..if it wouldn’t have been for that day..none of the rest would have happened so I think meeting day might be the best anniversary of all….
Claudia says
That’s what we think, too!
Addie says
Oh!!! my…that little wrought iron set is tooooo much!!!! I want one and I don’t even have a doll house!!!
Nice pics (as always) of the lake and the paddle steamer. Good to have work and fun time off.
Get home safe to Mr. MBC and Scoutie….then play with your new stuff!!!
Addie
Claudia says
Thanks, Addie. It’s been a great three weeks – a lovely place to work and play.
Janet in Rochester says
Caroline is going to love all the new things her very-creative designer has picked up for the house. Can’t wait to see where everything get placed. Here’s to a very successful run for “Our Town” too. I bet a thundery, dark afternoon would be a great time to see a matinee of this play. Very atmospheric. Safe travels home too. :>)
Claudia says
The opening was wonderful – full house and a standing ovation. It’s been beautifully directed by my friend.
Nancy Moreland says
Happy Anniversary to you and Don!!!
The patio table and chairs are just too cute
Hugs!!
Claudia says
They sure are cute! As soon as I saw them, I knew I had to have them.
Debbie in Oregon says
First off, happy 21 to you and Don.
And OH MY GOODNESS – was that aqua patio set MADE FOR your dollhouse, or what?!! I can’t wait to see how all your new minis will look.
Happy Independence Day Claudia!
Claudia says
Thanks for the anniversary wishes! I have to get to work on that rooftop garden when I get home.
Shanna says
The little metal chairs and table are to die for!
Claudia says
I know – I’m crazy about them!
Barbara W. says
The little pot of flowers is lovely! :D
(FYI, I tried to leave a comment this morning, but a page saying “error 404” kept coming up when I clicked “Comments”.)
Claudia says
It was a problem with the permalink. Thankfully, a reader emailed me right away and I came back to the apartment and fixed it. Comments were working by 11 am.