It was a Texas-size celebration with lots of presidential presence ... plenty of protocol and pomp ... ... and one Proud Papa (and Mama, and Wife, and children). As a young girl growing up in Austin, I had multiple opportunities to visit the Lyndon Baines Johnson Presidential Library. I vividly remember the old campaign buttons ... and the ball gowns worn by Lady Bird, Lynda, and Luci ... and the White House china. Imagine that! A few short years ago, Renaissance Man and I toured the George Bush Presidential Library and Museum in College Station. Because the events it recalled took place when I was an adult, my experience was less superficial ... but I still loved the china! There's ... Keep Reading...
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The Old Dogwood Tree
I absolutely love the wonderful dogwood tree that graces the front yard of my old house. When I saw that Mary at Little Red House had chosen TREES as her prompt this week, it seemed like the perfect time to share these pics with you. From the upstairs windows, it's like looking through lace ... a view that brings a smile every.single.time. From the other direction ... Do dogwoods grow where you live? ... Keep Reading...
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FESTIVAL OF TABLES BRUNCH: A Celebration of Gratitude
A recent call from a blog reader wanting to purchase Restoration Linen Cleaner led me to new friends ... and a chance to share with you yet another tablescape event. Donna, I'm so glad you called! Thank you to all of the wonderful women in Rutledge, TN who welcomed me to last weekend's Festival of Tables brunch. Your tables and hospitality were delightful! Now it's my turn to welcome you to My Place to Yours! If you're a new visitor, I invite you to look around awhile. As you'll see, tablescapes and tablescape events are a big deal here. I promise ... you'll find lots of Pinterest- and Google+-worthy inspiration! By the way ... When I share a tablescape, my goal is not necessarily to show you the entire table but ... Keep Reading...
