Seeking the perfect Lafayette Hat: Colonial Williamsburg
While my son searched for more historically accurate attire, guests mistook my kids as CW employees.
The hilarious interchange satisfied one particular guest.
Historical Sewing and Time Travels
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Thomas Jefferson reveals Declaration of Independence Secrets: Colonial Williamsburg
Jefferson told us to go to Washington City, knock on the door of one of his cabinet members, and they’ll show us the Declaration of Indpendence.
Stimulus Package as per Patrick Henry: Colonial Williamsburg
When asked about today’s government stimulus package, he told us about the stimulus packages of his day, known as the Stamp Act, Sugar Act, and the Tea Act.
Drummer’s Call 2009: Colonial Williamsburg
After Drummer’s Call Tattoo we walked by the pond where we heard the deep bass of the bullfrogs in harmony with the higher croak of the smaller frogs.
New furniture arrival for homeschool room and kitchen
Sadly leaving behind perfect furniture in Texas, I was elated to find some lovely French Country options that we needed.
Remodeling Journal: Texas-French Hill Country House
Because of the cookie cutter houses around here, we have potential to sell high and quickly, despite the recession, since we created a unique and lovely home.
Dining at Monticello…and my House
From dining room to French-inspired kitchen to terraced vegetable garden and orchards, Monticello uniquely tells Jefferson’s culinary history.
Kitchen Remodel Journal: Texas-French Hill Country House
Journal of our kitchen projects over the years: paint, tile, wrought iron, tapestry, seeded glass, beadboard, and new kitchen island table.
Master Bathroom Remodel: Texas-French Hill Country House
Designing our master bathroom, my goal was two-fold: French Country style with more practicality than the builder left us.
Gruene Texas for my Birthday
River House Tea Room is unlike any other tea room I’ve visited. Real meals are served, although with the deftly creative and award winning chef, Carol Irwin.
