“When I saw the Eiffel Tower for the first time I wanted to cry-not because I was sad, but because the world is so beautiful and life is so short.”
My sentiments exactly, Brian Andreas.
oh joy workshop!
I’m headed into Philadelphia to attend Oh Joy’s Blogging Workshop, and I’m looking forward to networking with local bloggers and business women, and possibly making some new friends in the process! Mr. Fleurishing suggested we make it a bit of a “staycation” in our own city, and so we are staying the night in town and have plans to check off some of my philly must-see list…I’m excited!
choosing a roof…
Ah, the joys of home ownership…we have to replace our roof. We knew about this when we bought the house, but really thought we'd have a bit more time to do so. However, our insurance company disagrees, so…they win. I've spent the last month researching and reading just about everything I could find about selecting a roof. There are so many options, and it is a big choice-one that is expensive, and pretty permanent. We've had 4 quotes from roofing companies, and have chosen the contractor for the job. We have color samples sitting outside as I write this. We have meticulously chosen gutters, valleys, vents, you name it. So, without boring you with all the details, I will get to my point…
I took these shots of cape cod homes in Hingham, MA, while visiting one of my best friends. You really can't find a more classic example except maybe, in Cape Cod. I LOVE the first home especially, with the grey architectural shingle (which is what we're using). The second has a cedar shake roof (which our home originally had in 1948), which is amazing, but not in our budget. The third is actually local, and we just adore it. Here is the issue-our home is not a classic cape, but really a cottage, (click here). So, we toyed with the idea of a brown roof for that reason, but we are back to the grey now, after looking at these photos again. We love the classic white, black, and grey…but I would love opinions! Thoughts?
une citation…
"The only real elegance is in the mind; if you've got that, the rest really comes from it."
Diana Vreeland
photographed by Deborah Turbeville for Vogue, 1980
exciting project!
I am putting on my "stylist" hat today, and am excited to be involved with a fun new Curious & Company project! I am flattered to be a part of it…these ladies are a talented bunch. Wish me luck, as I am venturing into (somewhat) new territory today. I am bursting with creative energy & ready to go!
(that's the first polaroid camera, if you're wondering…a cherished possession)