Pray Tell
No Enemies?
Seven Months Later
Truth Be Told
The drive to know possibly has something to do with my seven decades. It has, though, for a good long time, been a quite-intense-work-in-progress* — made so much easier with the accessibility of the internet. I remember stressing on my students — time and time again — that, with this tool, they had a wonderful free gift of knowledge right in front of them, and all they had to do was unwrap it. Be curious, read, research, dig, question, study, learn, cross-reference, reject, start again, …. I told them there was no excuse to be in the dark about anything. The responsibility to look for the answers, however, was theirs alone. Thankfully, my retirement has given me the opportunity to continue to fulfill my responsibility and be a life-long-learner.
‘Tis the Season!
Send these delightful vintage-illustration cards to the young (or young-at-heart) recipients on your list.
Mood Swings For My Niece
If you are not a fan already, you might like to check out Two Cents’ blog. There you’ll find a woman who speaks her mind — eloquently — some times straight from her soul. 😉
Families Know How to Show They Care
At Terrasse en Art this past Sunday, Audities’ Cards was truly fortunate to meet and talk with many delightful people. Thank you to all for being there with us.
Terrasse-Vaudreuil en Art!
Terrasse en Art November 26th! Yes! Be there, or be square! 🙂
And speaking of square, Audities’ Cards will be there — with a Square!
House-of-Cards Party
This afternoon, after playing three hours of volleyball, I and 10 other players spent a lovely few hours together in the home of our friend, Darlene. She had kindly offered to host the get-together so that Audities’ Cards could exhibit their collection. While nibbling on the generously provided delectables, the girls had a relaxing time chit-chatting and shopping from the hundred or so selections of greeting cards. What a delightful time we had.
Thank you, Darlene, and thank you, friends.
I’ve been thinking that with Kevin Spacey’s series being cancelled, perhaps we could call this kind of get-together a “House of Cards Party.”
Perhaps you too would be interested in hosting such a gathering?
One Out of Three — Not Bad!
Yes, Carley loves Gerbera daisies.
And yes, . . . she is very cheerful.
‘Nuff said. 🙂
Marie Antoinette’s Painter — Élisabeth Vigée Le Brun
Although I am not a painter, I feel inspired by the life of this woman.
Born in 1755, I would guess this prolific artist must have been quite happy and fulfilled — she painted 660 portraits and 200 landscapes in her lifetime, and died just before her 87th birthday. Perhaps it was the exposure to intrigue and nobility. Alas, I don’t have much of that in my life.
Alas, too, I missed seeing this exhibit in New York last year. I’m sure I would’ve enjoyed it.
Six Years Ago Today I Retired
What a Gorgeous Summer Day!
Windy, warm and wonderful!
Embrace it!
Happy Birthday, Ms President!
Looking back on her 75 years,
overcome with emotion, she might shed some tears,
but she still runs the Thrift Shops with beauty and grace,
and continues forward with no change in pace,
and always wears a smile on her face.
That’s our Lizzie!
Gone Fishing
Metaphors abound with this expression, . . .
but, I’m using it today to mean taking a break–today I will visit my friend.
Here’s a fun little song by Taj Mahal with a hint at another meaning. 🙂
Colouring Cards?
Why not? I’ve heard colouring is very therapeutic.
If you have sharp crayons, and time, and patience, and you like this kind of detailed play, then this will be right up your alley.
I may even try it myself.
We Have Been Blessed
Recently we’ve struggled through difficult times here in our community, . . .
. . . but Boy, Oh Boy! Do we feel lucky!
When the Going Gets Tough . . .
. . . the tough get tougher and . . . sometimes have to pick up a paddle. AND, women stand taller!
And, of course, we try to dress appropriately for the occasion.
Gift Idea for Golfing Grandma
We hear it often, “No, thank you; I really don’t need anything for Mother’s Day. I have everything I could wish for.”
Beauty in Black and White
A greeting card featuring this Marcella Walker illustration from The Girls Own Paper is sure to please any romantic–especially when the paper she is printed on has a textured linen finish.
Indeed, I find it truly delightful to the eye, the touch and the heart; though she doesn’t utter a word, she speaks volumes.
Note that, for the time being, she is available in my physical inventory only, and comes with a blank interior so you can write a personalized greeting for any occasion, to Show You Care.
Mother’s Pride
More often than I ever would have imagined, my children create small miracles.
I actually have a total of five two-legged miracles from them. And these five are delights that will forever feed my soul–I only hope they realize how much.
Today, though, I want to share a different kind of miracle: my daughter’s poem, Indulgence. It speaks strongly to me and, if you are a woman, it probably speaks to you as well. A man who appreciates poetry will also surely like it. Enjoy.
That Time of Year Again
Margaret Mitchell, 1936, Gone With the Wind:
“Death, taxes and childbirth! There’s never any convenient time for any of them.”
Personally, at this stage/age of my life, I prefer taxes. So I had better get started!
Bubbling with Joy in Happyville
Isn’t it great to feel this way?
Share your good news and Show You Care.
Romantic Cards Speak Volumes
With nary a spoken – or written – word.
Audities' Cards 