Saturday, September 9, 2017

Cottage Chimney in Hertfordshire UK

The Old Forge Cottage in Hertfordshire England
WOW. The other side has one too. Only in England. I would love to see the size of the open fires in this cottage! Enjoy the weekend and be safe if you are in Hurricane country. xo

Friday, September 8, 2017

Acorn Season

Acorn Season is here.

I have seen green ones but no brown ones yet. I pruned my wisteria today and have decided it's a weed! Every year I cut it back severely and figure it will be dead the next year but that hasn't happened yet. Happy Friday and I hope you will be safe from Irma and recovering from Harvey this weekend. xo

Thursday, September 7, 2017

Old Photos at My Cottage

I lugged the two bottom leather cases from a flea market in England back to my Bed and Breakfast and later to the airport. They are SO heavy. The top case is fitted with the most beautiful enameled glass toiletry containers and comb and brush sets.

Everything has been arranged except for the art and the sofa and the bookcase in the far corner. It's fun to see my room the way it looked around 5 years ago.

DIY Shelf Idea

There are no instructions but this shelf looks fairly simple for someone who is handy. Need one? Try making it yourself. I like it! via Painted or stained, it would be nice for a dorm room or off-campus apartment too. 

Wednesday, September 6, 2017

Unique Touches in a White Kitchen

Look at the strap hinges on the refrigerator door. The cabinet beside has rattail hinges like an old icebox. The hanging cupboard above makes this set up look like an old step-back cupboard. I love it all, don't you? I think it really is an old house -- just look at those wide floorboards. via

Tuesday, September 5, 2017

"The Tale of Pigling Bland" by Beatrix Potter

From 'The Tale of Pigling Bland' by Beatrix Potter. I have never seen this image or heard of this little piggie, have you? Lisa made a comment and said this one is Pig-wig  Thanks, Lisa.
I love the antiques in the drawing and want to know more about the Pig-wig in her nightgown. via Read more about the story here.

Save Our Planet

The wisdom of Calvin and Hobbes.

Monday, September 4, 2017

Framed 48 Star American Flag

In 1912, two stars were added, representing Arizona and New Mexico, bringing the total number of stars on the American flag to 48, arranged in 6 rows of 8 stars each. There were thirteen stripes representing the thirteen original colonies. This flag flew from 4 July, 1912, to 3 July, 1949.

Hope you are having a great Memorial Day!

Sunday, September 3, 2017

Labor Day 2017

I like this graphic because it puts the symbols of manual labor in Labor Day.

In the early 1900s, Lewis Hine left his job as a schoolteacher to work as a photographer for the National Child Labor Committee, investigating and documenting child labor in the United States. As a sociologist, Hine was an early believer in the power of photography to document work conditions and help bring about change. He traveled the country, going to fields, factories, and mines -- sometimes working undercover -- to take pictures of kids as young as four years old being put to work. Be prepared to see some very powerful archival photos.


My Sunday started out cold and rainy but it is bright, sunny, and very pleasant as I write this post at 5:00 in the afternoon. Enjoy the rest of this long Labor Day weekend. xo

Welcome to the Lewis Hine Project ™, an amazing journey through 100 years of American history. From 1908 until 1924, Lewis Hine took over 5,000 photographs of American child laborers. His compelling pictures helped to persuade legislators and the general public to support laws prohibiting child labor. All the photos, with Mr. Hine’s captions, are posted on the Library of Congress website. Since 2005, I have been identifying the children, tracking down and interviewing living descendants, and writing stories about how the lives of these children turned out. 

Saturday, September 2, 2017

Perfect Cottage Home

This is absolute perfection.
I couldn't ask for more, could you?
Have a great long Labor Day weekend.

Thursday, August 31, 2017

Blue Cabinetry

I love the hanging corner cupboard. Is this a butler's pantry or a kitchen, or a mud room?I can/t really tell. via

Best Kitchen Ever

The airy kitchen opens to a sitting room and hearth with windows that overlook the Potomac. Read and See More: Inside A West Virginia Time Piece via Garden and Gun.

Wednesday, August 30, 2017

Gorgeous Bedroom

I absolutely cannot wait to jump into my own bed after a day of constant running around and accomplishing quite a lot. Tired. via

Tuesday, August 29, 2017

Blueberry Cherry Patriotic Pie

Blueberries and Dark Sweet Cherries are still in season so why not bake this pie for Memorial Day? Vanilla ice cream would complete the red, white, and blue flag theme. Just a thought! via

When A Dog Needs a Friend

The cat comes to the rescue. 
Click here for more photos that will make you smile.

Monday, August 28, 2017

The Meaning of Life

The meanng of life is to find your gift.
The purpose of life is to give it away.
William Shakespeare

Sunday, August 27, 2017

Pantry Entrance Display

Sometimes you just want to display your favorite things, and this is a wonderful way to do it. Love the sliding pocket doors into the pantry. via

National Dog Day 2017

I am one day late but still want to celebrate National Dog Day with this delightful photo. via Read about this worthy holiday celebrating all dogs here.

Saturday, August 26, 2017

Blue Door and More

There is so much interest in this single photo, isn't there? Click here and keep clicking the arrows to see more fabulous doorways. Have a great Sunday tomorrow. Goodnight. xo