WEEKEND FUN

 Hello Everyone:)

How was your weekend?
We  had a busy one.  Meet the O'Gradys, our BFF's.

 That is Michael, Sarah, Robin, Erin and me in the back. A while ago Robin called to ask if we would be interested in doing a Shamrock and Roll 5K.  I said yes right away....then I asked Don;)  He said yes too. It took place in New Haven, CT. What a beautiful city, filled with the most gorgeous buildings and history. Don't mind the horns on Michael, he always dresses like that;) lol Actually, see all of the green. People get dressed up for St. Patricks Day, some in full costume, to come out and run.

There were over 1600 entries, mostly runners, some walkers. We were walkers. It was our first 5K. Michael, Erin and Sarah ran. Don and Joe, (not pictured but Joe is the cutest 9 year old ever,) walked and ran ahead of us. When Robin and I would run to catch up to them they would run up further. Finally, we just let them go as we had lots to talk about and that was taking up valuable chatting time;) By the middle of the race it started to rain... then pour...hard. lol We were so wet. I can't wait to see what the photos look like of us crossing the line. It really was a lot of fun. Next year I am going to run it and keep Don in the dust;) Cause that's how I roll. Oh and Michael came in at 24 minutes. He's the man!
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It was also Maci's 3rd Birthday this Sunday. We went over Nicole and Manny's house for cake, Red Velvet Cake. She is just so cute. (Can you tell I'm the Grammie, or Mia to Maci)She was so shy while we were singing Happy Birthday to her and didn't know to blow out the candles.

She received 1 toy for her birthday and all the rest were clothes. Her favorite thing to do ALL DAY LONG is to change into different outfits. She wears a skirt every day. Even if it means wearing it over pjs. She picks out all of her own outfits. I think we may have a little fashion designer one day:)

And for the rest of the night I kissed THESE PINK CHEEKS!!!!They are the absolute best cheeks to kiss. Fibi is 1 1/2, but thinks she is as old as her sisters:)

So, What did you do this weekend? Did you do any running or kissing of pink cheeks:)I hope it was fun whatever you did:)

'Till next time.....

~Debra xxx

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and everyone is WELCOME!!!!

If you are new to our little Tuesday get together, Welcome! Tuesdays are dedicated to you the shop keeper with an Etsy, on line shop or on line boutique like ours MAISONSTGERMAIN.COM. Also it is dedicated to you the shopper as these are some of the best shops on -line. Here you will find the most unique things. So, grab a cup of tea and relax while clicking on our many different friend's shops. ENJOY:) All we ask is that you grab out button and post it on your blog that you have joined. The more people that know about all of us the better it is for everyone. And since this is world wide this is even more exciting

 This week MAISONSTGERMAIN.COM is offering the following:

 Pretty silver hand mirror. Basket of flowers add to its charm. Keep this one on your dresser or add it to your collection to hang on a wall.

 Do you have a clock collection? I do:) Or do you want to start one? We have two great ones for you and they are guarunteed to be correct twice a day:)

 This photo doesn't show just how pretty these place settings are. They are mirrored, hand painted and there are 8 of them. We have never seen any like them before.They are sure to add a special touch to your table setting.

White, red, and blue hand embroidered comb and brush holder. Lots of work went into this lovely piece.

Blue and clear hand mirror and brush. What a pretty set!

Will you join us this week?  I sure hope so:)

SOME SPRING INSPIRATION

Hello Everyone:)

How was your weekend? Do anything fun?

First let me start out by thanking each and every one of you who left such sweet comments and e-mails about being featured in the two best E-Magazines. Everyone of them made me smile. You don't know how much you all mean to me:)

Now, do you need some Spring inspiration? Well, we went to the Hartford Flower Show this weekend and I brought some inspiration back for you.




This was the first booth we went to. These dealers specialize in African Violets and had so many beauties to choose from. Some of these babies came home with me;) I pot them up in vintage McCoy flower pots.

 Just look at those gorgeous ruffly flowers.

 This show really never has many displays. I don't know why but this one was pretty with the waterfall and pond. It must be so much work to set these up.

 This dealer had some beautiful Begonias for sale.

 Don't you just love this arbor and statue? I could picture us relaxing under it on a warm evening with a cup of tea. (I don't drink;) But I am sure wine would be great too.

 I really like the size of this pond with waterfall. It was a temporary home to some pretty Koi. I think I will build yet another pond this year.

 Stone fountains have always been a favorite of mine. This one is really nice.

 I love succulents! I have them in the house and in the yard. These handmade pots were really great.

                           Look at how gorgeous this is!!!

                More displays of succulents.

 This booth had it all including topiaries. Very pretty.

 Delicious smelling handmade soaps. So many too choose from.

 OK, don't you just love the middle boots? They were so me:)

           Ladies, you know you need a'thong shovel'. lololol

 Hundreds of gorgeous Prim Roses. I didn't buy them because I just don't have any luck with them. Do you? Well, I know one person who does. Carole from Maynards Greenhouse:) Hey Carole:)


Does it get any more beautiful that a huge display of Orchids???? And they were only $15.00. Why oh why didn't I buy one?


Well, there you have it. Hope this put a little Spring in your day.

~Till next time....
~Debra xxx

FEATURED AGAIN!!!!!

Hi Everyone:)

Can you believe it? Can a girl get any luckier??? I am FEATURED AGAIN by the very popular CINDY OF WHIMSICAL MUSINGS MAGAZINE !!!!!

About a month ago Cindy contacted me about doing a feature on my blog. I was so surprised but it only took me about half of a second to say "Yes, what do I need to do"? lol

 You know, when you first meet someone either in person or through blogging you just know that 'this person is really special'? Well that is how I felt about Cindy during our correspondence and through her site. People who visit her just love her and I know why. She is genuine and sweet besides being an awesome artist and writer. I am honored once again to be featured in an on-line magazine. It is soooo much fun. And I am in great company too. She has featured  other artists that you all may know. They have mad skills when it comes to art and decorating. So I say THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU, CINDY. You are as sweet as they come:)

Now check out her magazine to see who else is featured. And if you would like to be featured just let her know. You will just love her:)

'Till next time...

~Debra XXX

I AM FEATURED!!!!!!!

What an exciting morning!!! As I have mentioned in my  last post, I am featured in the all new THE VINTAGE INSPIRED HOME on - line magazine.

MELINDA did such an amazing job. I can not THANK her enough for allowing me to be her first feature.

                                                 http://thevintageinspiredhome.blogspot.com/

The way she put the magazine together is so beautifully done. So professional, as if she has been doing this for years. So run over there right this minute and see for yourself and share in the excitement with us.


THANK YOU so much MELINDA for this fabulous opportunity. Wishing you continued success with your new adventure. Big hugs!!!
~Debra xxx

WHITE WEDNESDAY AND MY EXCITING NEWS

Hello Everyone:)

Have you heard that MELINDA of THE VINTAGE INSPIRED HOME will debut her BRAND SPANKIN' NEW ON-LINE MAGAZINE for the first time this FRIDAY???? Well, if that isn't EXCITING enough....guess who will be joining her by being the first featured???? YES, you guessed it, LITTLE 'OLE ME!!!!!!! And it is also going to touch onMAISONSTGERMAIN.COM an on- line boutique that my daughter NICOLE and I own. I can hardly contain myself. Can you believe it? Some one pinch me:)


We emailed back and forth last week and let me tell you, she is just the sweetest ever:) It was so much fun to experience. THANK YOU SO MUCH MELINDA!!!!!!! I can't wait to see what you have put together. I know that this new adventure of yours is going to be a FABULOUS SUCCESS! So everyone, CHECK OUT HER SITE AND SHOW HER SOME LOVE on FRIDAY:) (and every day).



       I collect little whisk brooms.

 They come is all sizes. Some have great ornate handles.

                           Some of them are well worn to perfection.

I am joining Kathleen from FADED CHARM for WHITE WEDNESDAY. Please check her site out for some gorgeous Whites today. Her blog is always great!

`Till next time.....

~Debra XXX

P.S.

I'm not done yet. I still have MORE exciting news to share with you;)

BLOGGERS' BODEGA

Every Tuesday is Bloggers' Bodega

and everyone is WELCOME!!!!
If you are new to our little Tuesday get together, Welcome! Tuesdays are dedicated to you the shop keeper with an Etsy, on line shop or on line boutique like ours MAISONSTGERMAIN.COM. Also it is dedicated to you the shopper as these are some of the best shops on -line. Here you will find the most unique things. So, grab a cup of tea and relax while clicking on our many different friend's shops. ENJOY:) All we ask is that you grab out button and post it on your blog that you have joined. The more people that know about all of us the better it is for everyone. And since this is world wide this is even more exciting:)

 

Our Etsy shop is featured this week. (See side bar to go to it.) This is a 'brand new' old stock purple head piece. It is in perfect condition. Isn't it beautiful?

 For all of you Bohemian Ladies out there, this is a fabulous belt buckle. Not really sure how this one wound up on Etsy and not in my own possesion except that Nicole probably took it before I got to it. Partners.......;)I may have to buy it myself.

This dress... This dress is so beautiful. We bought it from an estate sale and everyone who saw me walking around with it wanted it. Check it out on our Etsy to find out the details and to see more pictures.

Thank you everyone who has been joining our little get together. Those of you who want to join just grab the code below :)



Have fun!!!!
'Till next time........
~Debra XXX

P.S.
I have some VERY EXCITING NEWS to share with you in a couple of days!!!!!!!!

SPRING IS OFFICIALLY HERE......

.......well it is here in our home. Oh, yes, it may still snow outside but I had to put my foot down and announce to the universe that : Yes, the snow was lovely the first, 5th and 10th time. No, we didn't appreciate all of the ice and extra bitter cooooold weather. Falling in front of my granddaughter will forever be embedded in her memory. Nicole laughing at me when I fell will always be embedded in my memory. And we have now boycotted Winter:)

I am Springing up the house. Don brought these flowers home to me:)

Aren't they beautiful? He said today that when he looks at them they make him happy. Isn't that the sweetest thing?

The colors just scream SPRING IS HERE!!!

I have fluffed all of the pretty pillows and stacked some reading material on my favorite chair.  Keep the garden catalogs coming:)

Bulbs are blooming and filling the room with their beautiful perfume:)

Vintage and new flower pots are waiting to be filled with some new greens.

Our pond in the solarium is waiting for me to put some live greens in it for the Koi to eat.

We are waiting for the birds to start building nests again so that we can watch the little ones grow.

Is it Spring in your home yet?

'Till next time....

~Debra XXX

Hello Everyone:)

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I believe this is our 4th and so far so good. Join us if you haven't already:)

If you are new to our little Tuesday get together, Welcome! Tuesdays are dedicated to you the shop keeper with an Etsy, on line shop or on line boutique like ours MAISONSTGERMAIN.COM. Also it is dedicated to you the shopper as these are some of the best shops on -line. Here you will find the most unique things. So, grab a cup of tea and relax while clicking on our many different friend's shops. ENJOY:)







We use dress forms like this to hold our pins and necklaces. So much fun to decorated for the holidays too and they don't take up the space that the large standing ones do. You can stand this on a table or cabinet.

Do you have a special occasion coming up or do you just collect vintage purses? Here is a pretty one. Gold beaded purse. So pretty.

 How adorable is this little beaded child's change purse:)

 1920 Beaded purse. Really a beauty with handle connected in back to hold.

Gold frame. Would look great any where. I have a similar one in my kitchen over my sink,
These can all be found at MAISONSTGERMAIN.COM.

WILL YOU BE MY VALENTINE?

HAPPY VALENTINES DAY TO YOU
MY FRIENDS

           I hope your Valentines day is as beautiful as you are and that you can spend it with the ones you LOVE.

~Debra XXX