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Keeping the Faith

Posted on February 26, 2019 by Lynette

He had kept their mother alive in their thoughts. Too alive, perhaps. Her favorite chair still had her half finished embroidery project draped across the seat so they couldn’t sit in it. Her shoes were still neatly lined up by … Continue reading →

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Sunburn Summer

Posted on May 26, 2018 by Lynette

The house wasn’t the same to her any more after the neighbors painted it a rather loud shade of blue. It had been a quiet shade of gray throughout her childhood years so it was rather a shock to pull … Continue reading →

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Lucinda and the Barn

Posted on March 14, 2018 by Lynette

They say everyone who looks into their family history will find a secret sooner or later. My sister sat down with my grandfather shortly before he died and asked him about his life and relatives and anything he might … Continue reading →

Posted in writing challenge, Writing Work | Tagged barn, family, Home, old story, writing calisthenics, writing prompt | Leave a comment

His Cottage in the Woods

Posted on January 24, 2017 by Lynette

Let me tell you dear readers, about a man who lives in a cottage in the woods. He built most of the cottage himself and the lines are clear and strong, much like this man himself. He loves his life … Continue reading →

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Mama’s Lemon Whippersnaps

Posted on March 2, 2012 by Lynette

A fast 4-ingredient recipe and a huge hit at our open house today at the shop! 1 package lemon cake mix 2 cups frozen whipped topping, thawed (one container) 1 egg 1/2 cup powdered sugar, sifted Grease cookie sheets. Combine … Continue reading →

Posted in Recipes | Tagged Baking and Confections, Cook, food, Holiday Open House, Home, Lemon cookie, Penelope's, recipe | 1 Comment

A Very Penelope Halloween

Posted on November 2, 2011 by Lynette

Sunday I was invited to view the home of one of my shop’s regular customers. She was having a Halloween party that evening and wanted me to see how she decorated…especially since most of her decor came from Penelope’s Hope … Continue reading →

Posted in Penelope the Shop | Tagged Halloween, Halloween decor, Halloween party, Holiday, Home, Lori Mitchell, Martha Stewart, Penelope's Hope Chest | Leave a comment

Sparkle up your Fourth at Penelopes!

Posted on June 29, 2011 by Lynette

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 →

Posted in New displays at Penelopes, Penelope the Shop | Tagged Americana, blue transferware, Home, Independence Day, july fourth, Lori Mitchell, new display, Penelope's, shop display | Leave a comment

Mom’s classic Cherry Cream Pie–recipe

Posted on December 26, 2010 by Lynette

This recipe has been part of our family for many years. It’s classic and easy and oh so good! My mom always offered to make our favorite dessert for our birthday and many birthdays one of us requested this … Continue reading →

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Woman, whose nature is to love

Posted on October 20, 2010 by Lynette

” Woman, whose nature is to love home and to cling to all home ties and associations, cannot be torn from that spot that is the little centre of joy and peace and comfort to her, without many painful regrets. … Continue reading →