For me, more than any other element of Christmas, it is music that fills my heart with true joy. I am that person who begins listening to the all Christmas radio station the second week in November. I attribute this love of music to my Grandma Mary, a pianist, my Grandma Jingles, an organist, as well as my dad Norman who would dust off the Bing ... View the Post
The Historic Holiday Homes of Galveston
Recently I traveled to the delightful island of Galveston located on the Gulf Coast of Texas. There I encountered The Historic Holiday Homes of Galveston. The Historic Holiday Homes of Galveston Every year the East End presents a holiday tour of homes. But this is not just any home tour as the island is home to several of the most significant ... View the Post
A Dickens Era Themed Tea
My friends, it is hard to believe that today is November 1st. In just one month I will be attending A Dickens Era Themed Tea. A Dickens Era Themed Tea My truly talented friend, Cheryl, will be hosting the Grand Victorian Tea Reception in Galveston, Texas. The tea is held every year at the historic Lasker Inn during the Dickens Festival in ... View the Post
Fall, In Love With France
Welcome to the Fall Porches and Patio's tour hosted by Amber of Follow The Yellow Brick Home. I recently traveled to France for ten days. I spent the first 6 days in the South of France and the warmer climate had yet to show any signs of fall. If you are coming over from Panoply, welcome! Doesn't Rita have an amazing green thumb! Here at ... View the Post
The Quilt House La Maison du Boutis
In the Occitanie (Occitane) region of southern France lies the small village of Calvisson. In the petite town center sits an unassuming building, The Quilt House La Maison du Boutis. The Quilt House La Maison du Boutis True treasure awaits behind the soft blue colored doors. Boutis (stuffing) is a type of Provençal quilting that has been ... View the Post
The South of France Part II
The loveliness of the Provence region of France is so enchanting that one post is not enough. So here is The South of France Part II. The South of France Part II This post is perfect if you would like to know more about Provencial Indiennes fabric. Beautiful French Fabric A Bit of History and a Museum Tour The Camargue region features the ... View the Post
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