The Giveaway Draw...

 

It's Tomorrow

Contest now closed.

We're celebrating the first day of summer

with this beautiful book giveaway!

If you haven't left a comment, it's not too late.

The draw will be tomorrow at 9: 03 am MDT.

Here's wishing you all the best...

Brenda

Remembering Dear Friends by Aude Kamlet

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I'm very excited about something I just ordered online.  And I'm delighted to share it with you, my dear friends!

In less than two weeks the mailman will be delivering a parcel that contains not just one, but two copies of a book I never knew existed until I did a very modern 'Google' search looking for info about its author.

Now, if you have been, or still are a faithful fan of the original Victoria magazine with founding editor Nancy Lindemeyer, you must remember the wonderful artist, Aude Kamlet, whose lovely mini watercolours often adorned the 'Dear Friends' pages.

Ms. Kamlet made comment that of the many illustrations signed by herself, those done for the "Dear Friends" column of Victoria Magazine from 1992 to 1998 were among her favorites.  I have to admit I loved those little touches of beauty too.

Which is why I. AM. SO. EXCITED.  Because 'Remembering Dear Friends' is a little book that Ms. Kamlet created commemorating that very season of her life, and--joy, joy--it's still available to purchase!

I'm looking forward, therefore, not only to enjoying this book for myself, but I have the greatest delight in offering the second copy as a Giveaway gift.  (This is where I wish I could give a copy to each of you.)

 

The Giveaway is now closed.

Brenda

Photo source:  Blurb.com

Can You Live A Beautiful Life...

When the dust bunnies have taken refuge under the antique Duncan Phyfe sofa in our bedroom? Not only that, but they have now taken liberties of hopping out and showing off their dusty powder puff tails so that I can see them! Not in the crystalline rays of sunshine (where all hidden things are revealed) but when the room is shadowy and dim because it's overcast outside. A couple of days ago we started to feel suspicious that those grey shadows along the couch's ornate feet weren't shadows.

'Tis not a good sign. Especially since we, my dear Beloved and I, are the cleaners/polishers at our local performing arts center. Methinks it's a clear example of that old tale that shoemakers' children go without shoes... and cleaners of other people's events will find dust bunny conferences in many corners of their own abodes.

Ah... but the amazing thing is that in the midst of this alarming discovery, with the furniture all awry in the center of the room and the vacuum hose unfurled across the carpet, I've had to stop everything.

Because, you see, in the middle of my dust bunny tango, I've had a burst of creative energy in another direction. I'm suddenly inspired to write about something I've been eager to share with you for a while now.

It's a Giveaway. And it's all connected to an artist whose lovely illustrations any loyal fan of the old Victoria magazines will recognize and appreciate.  Are you familiar with the name Aude Kamlet?

If you've got your vintages magazines handy, go and get your copy of the April 1995 issue and turn to page 98. And if you don't have a copy, not to worry, all shall be revealed. I'll be posting the Giveaway Friday!

So then, I guess it is possible to imagine nice things and live in a state of beauty even when it's dusty in here. Ca-choo!

Now, where's my feather duster?

Hugs

Brenda
xox

Where Are You?

Wouldn't it be lovely to once again catch a glimpse of the author of this blog? Alas, I know it's been a while and you'll see me here again soon... soon... soon.

I haven't lost my interest in blogging, but I have been away busy with needful things -- I've explained more in the comments below. While I'm away, I am also taking time to ponder the next chapter of It's A Beautiful Life -- dreaming about a new look and pondering some fresh ideas.

In the meanwhile, I trust that old saying is true about absence making the heart grow fonder. I have been missing you and do look forward to being back here as soon as I can.

Hugs,
Brenda
xox

Sprightly Spring Sight....

Nothing says Spring quite like tulips. And nothing puts a S-p-r-i-n-g in my step quite like a bouquet or two of them in my house.

This fine, fragrant bunch has been giving me pleasure for several days now. And although they didn't come from my own garden -- which is still filled with worn out piles of melting snow -- the delight of it all pulses through 'me' veins and gives me hope!

Joyfully,
Brenda
xox