Purple Plus Purple

What could go better with a pair of purple cowgirl boots?...

 Why a purple petticoat,,, of course!

or a vintage pair of Tony Lamas, a pair of Lucchese or cute Ariats..... oh wait, I have petticoats to go with these....  Oh and don't forget.... a strand of Pearls goes with everything!  

Ham for the Cam...

You can not accuse my grand kiddos of not being 'hammy'... lol!
We had to make a Costco run today and well.... I could not resist.... after all, I am a grammy with a cammy (camera)... and I am not afraid to use it! lol!

 Pull out a camera and Jada turns on the sillies!

 as does Soleil..... little brother on the other hand could care less....

Uh oh,,, all he needs now... is a ... T.V. Remote control!
Gotta love those grand kiddos.....

A New Rag Rug...

I needed a bit of a break from my stitchery so I decided to crochet up a new rag rug for my kitchen...

 This rug is crocheted from what was in it's former life, a cotton, rose print, 'Full" sheet and the burgundy was strips left over from another rag rug that I had crocheted... just enough to add a bit of color.

  I know my kitties sure like it.... and have been playing on it... guess that means I have their "2 Paws of approval!".

Little Corner Respite...

Sometimes one just needs a little 'corner'...a little respite.... to write a note to a dearest friends.... not a quick email note via computer,,, but a true letter,,, by hand, by pen and by heart....

 I have this little vintage writing desk that is just perfect for writing....

 When not in use. it holds sweet things that brings me joy...

 It's a perfect spot to write Thank you notes, Birthday cards and from time to time a sweet little note to a long time friend.
I keep pretty stationary just for this reason... every lady should have a secrete stash of pretty writing paper.... and even an old fashioned fountain pen with different sized nibs and different colored inks.
I also keep a sweet book on how to write letters for special occasions....
Writing a note as well as being the recipient of a sweet note doth the heart good...

Victoria Magazine...

I have for the longest time had a 'love affair' with Victoria magazine (since the early 1980's)... and can you blame me?
If you are not familiar,,, check them out.... Victoriamag.com or pick up an issue...

Victoria magazine is the kind of magazine that encourages you to curl up on the sofa with, or at the table, a nice cup of tea and a scone.... a quiet moment, much needed.....

 The Jan/Feb issue.... oh, I so need a nice cup of tea and scone...or an Oreo cookie will do if I don't feel like whipping up a batch of scones! lol!

Back in November on the Victoria magazine web site, they asked their readers, "Where in the World"... a question about if  you could live anywhere, where would you... and Oh My Stars, they liked and printed my reply....  Brag moment... my comment is on page 10....
I love the fact 'Victoria' has been committed to the elegant yet calming way of life. Slowing down, enjoying the beauty of a cup of tea, a decadent confection, a relaxing garden... and featured talented women from all walks of life.
It truly is a lovely magazine....