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Saluting 2021 in Pictures

12 / 30 / 2112 / 30 / 21

From New York to Atlanta…from the Cotswolds to Dallas…from London to Palm Beach…and, of course, Newport. The world of Instagram helps make up for all those trips we had to… Read More

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Gorgeous at Christmas: Part 2

12 / 23 / 2112 / 23 / 21

As I was out-ing and about-ing in Newport at this magical time of year, I was taken again by the charm of our “City by the Sea.” With almost perfect… Read More

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Parterre at Christmas

12 / 16 / 2112 / 16 / 21

This year, 2021, I must say I’ve loved getting ready for Christmas…just enough hustle and bustle to remind me that it’s the holidays (but not too much) and planning way… Read More

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Gorgeous at Christmas: Marble House

12 / 9 / 2112 / 9 / 21

A special holiday treat I like to give myself is a stroll through Marble House in early December; it truly puts me in a festive mood. With 500,000 cubic feet… Read More

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It’s Beginning to feel a lot like Christmas

12 / 2 / 2112 / 2 / 21

I was thrilled for many reasons to return to Texas this month for a talk and book signing at the magnificent sixty-six acre Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden. But little… Read More

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Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving celebration!

11 / 25 / 2111 / 24 / 21

This year, we are reminded to be grateful for the small things in life; ever mindful of the silver linings in challenges we face; thankful for the opportunity to gather… Read More

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Embellishing Autumn in Newport

11 / 18 / 2111 / 19 / 21

While it is the majestic beech trees for which Newport is so renowned, come this time of the year it is the graceful, multi-hued Japanese maples that steal the show.… Read More

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Fall Decorating 2021: Part 2

11 / 4 / 2111 / 3 / 21

Last week’s blog “Fall Decorating 2021: Part 1” highlighted fall decorations for the outdoors, including the front door and other chosen spots around the grounds of Parterre. Today, I’m focusing… Read More

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Anticipating Fall

10 / 14 / 2110 / 11 / 21

It’s October 12th and I’m off to Tyler, Texas for their annual (and much-celebrated) Rose Festival. This rose lover has been counting the days. And by the time I return,… Read More

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An Impromptu Evening in September

9 / 24 / 209 / 24 / 20

This summer unofficially closed with a rare “balmy” night that prompted me to embrace the spirit of the last few months — finding a creative way to breach the stifling… Read More

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