The Friday Files

Hello, dear friends.  I hope you all had a good week.  Last weekend, I got great news.  My friend, Tina, from The Enchanted Home dropped me an e-mail telling me that I won the beautiful silver pitcher that she featured in her give away.  For years, I have been entering raffles on her site and never won.  You know how much I love pitchers, and this one is a beauty.  Tina has them in her shop if you're interested in treating yourself.

Yesterday, I spent a delightful, very warm day strolling around Beacon Hill taking in the magnificent gardens and window boxes. I took lots of pics that I will share with you later this weekend.

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Both homes on our home tour this week are in the picturesque town of Greenwich, Connecticut, where I attended high school.

  

In case you're wondering, the house also has an outdoor pool, as well.

A stunning wine cellar, otherwise known as Mommy's time out room is also featured. 

And what's a house without a chess set?

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I love the gate and stone pillars on this beauty.

Do you love pot racks like I love pot racks?

Love this great entry.

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Are you planning a visit to Nantucket this Summer?  

Here is the inside scoop from the locals.

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Here are some photos of historic homes with modern updates.

You can find more pretty pics here.

This window is so gorgeous, it gives me heart palpitations.

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Do you need some inspiration for your new home office?

It's right here.

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Before you jump to conclusions, read this sweet story.

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Here are the top ten cities recommended for college grads.

My girls have two of them covered.

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Is your grad looking for career advice?

Here are some wise words from the pros.

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Need a signature cocktail for your Memorial Day gathering?

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Here's a list of 50 big and little things that you need to get rid of.  
I am guilty of hoarding about 40 of them.

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I'm reading The Mother's Promise now.  
It is a sad story that I hope will have a happy ending.
In any case, I can't put it down.

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If I'm speaking with a brogue these days it is because I am listening to Jackie's Girl on audible.  Kathy McKeon, a seventeen-year-old, fresh off the boat from Ireland, worked as Jackie Kennedy's assistant for seven years.  No Jackie-bashing in this tell-all.  Just a bird's eye view into the life of a charming, funny, generous woman who also happened to be a world icon.  
This is a good one. 


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I have a few parties coming up within the next couple of weeks.  I picked up a couple of these tin utensil holders at my beloved Homegoods.

I placed a couple of plants in it, attached my gift card with a bow, and called it a day.

That's the extent of my craftiness.

Have a great weekend!
Until next time...