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Vintage French Childrens Book Fables de La Fontaine / Rare 1982 Edition Illustrated by Romain Simon / Gautier Languereau Publishers
Vintage 1960s Sundress Cocktail Sheath Dress / Advance 9770 / Size 18 Bust 38
Vintage Maxann Charm Bracelet with British Style Charms and Enamel Hearts
Author Archives: Lynette
Mediterranean Black Beans & Rice Dinner
I made this recipe last week for my mom and niece who were visiting and they loved it! I used turkey kielbasa for the meat and used twice as many raisins as the recipe calls for. This makes 3 servings … Continue reading
I lost 220 pounds today
I lost 220 pounds today. You wouldn’t believe how much lighter I feel! It’s all because of a conversation last night with my soon-to-be ex-husband. He called to beg me to take him back. He begged and pleaded and cried. … Continue reading
She Who Writes the Story is in Charge of What Happens Next
“I was in every way a weird and out-of-place child in that school, and though I tried desperately to fit in for a year or two, chopping off my braids and searching the mall for clothes that looked … Continue reading
Posted in Reading and writing quotes
Tagged Anne of Green Gables, Laura Ingalls Wilder, Little Women, reading, writing
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Mexican Salad Bowl
This salad is one of our favorites at the show…easy to make and is even more fabulous as leftovers! You can use it as a side-dish or it’s filling enough to be a meal of its own. We usually double … Continue reading
She was of the Stuff of Which Great Men’s Mothers are Made
” Deeds of endurance which seem ordinary in philosophy are rare in conduct, and Bathsheba was astonishing all around her now, for her philosophy was her conduct, and she seldom thought practicable what she did not practice. She was of … Continue reading
Trixie and Lulu at Expo
Jeanne and I had an amazing time at the Antique Expo show last weekend! We ran into many friends and customers from Brookhaven and Penelopes and sold all kinds of goodies from our booth…we felt lucky that we had stuffed … Continue reading
Posted in Outdoor Markets and Fairs
Tagged Antique, Antiques and Collectibles, expo, Glitter pick, shop display, Shopping, Tennessee, Trixie and Lulu, vintage
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The World According to Penelope
1. The higher you climb, the better view you have. 2. I know I was just petted three minutes ago. I would like to be petted again, please. 3. Tuna water rocks! Tuna water from Coco’s dish (after I nudge … Continue reading
Never Slow Down, Never Look Back
“As always, Marley was faithfully by my side, and as I scratched his ears, it occurred to me that he was at about the same turning point in life. We had brought him home six years earlier. In dog years, … Continue reading
Posted in Human Nature quotes
Tagged good life, Marley & me, passion for life, philosophy, puppy, quote
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Sparkle up your Fourth at Penelopes!
Penelopes has everything you need to decorate for your Fourth of July celebrations! We have the best selection of Lori Mitchell figures in the Portland area, as well as fun vintage American History books, silky flag scarves…and much more! Add some … Continue reading
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