Kitty Foyle

The Natural History of a Woman...Kitty Foyle is a wonderful read. Written in 1939 by Christopher Morely, Kitty Foyle takes you back to the emergence of women in the workplace and the dealings with love and independence. You never would think that Kitty Foyle was written by a man, because you can relate so well with Kitty and her trials and tribulations. Please go to Amazon.com and buy the book! I have found several Kitty Foyle's for only a couple of dollars. Even though it was written so long ago, you can relate and it's kind of eerie how history repeats itself as well!

Once you read the book, go watch the movie starring Ginger Rogers!

Feliz Cinco de Mayo!

I just love Cinco de Mayo. That's all I'm going to say about it!

Okay, maybe I'll say another thing. I love to speak Spanish (or attempt), I love Mexican culture: clothes, bright colors, food, and I see twinkles in their eyes more often than any other race.

Hope you can have a corona or margarita today! Ole!

A Poem I had to memorize in Spanish class...I think the ending is different but oh well!

El reloj

(Tradicional) A la una como tuna, a las dos me da la tos, a las tres veo a Andrés, a las cuatro voy al teatro, a las cinco salto y brinco, a las seis merendaré, a las siete jugaré, a las ocho seré como Pinocho. The Clock (Translated by Rose Treviño.) At one I eat cactus, at two I have a cough, at three I see Andrew, at four I go to the theater, at five I jump and jump, at six I have a snack, at seven then I play, at eight I will be like Pinocchio.

Dear Eleanor

May is Preservation month and I am lucky enough to exhibit a show that I have put together focusing on my darling's family heritage.

Please come check out "Dear Eleanor" anytime this month at the historic A.P. Gordon House hosted by Tarleton University/Langdon Center in Granbury just a block off the square.

The exhibit starts May 6th and runs through May 31st. "Dear Eleanor" displays a rare collection of vintage clothing that Eleanor wore in the 30s, 40s, and 50s. Old and new photos will be on display as well.

My reception is May 28th 5-9 pm during "Last Friday Gallery Night." The art galleries around the square keep their doors open for art enthusiasts to shop, look around, and snack on hor d'oeuvres and sip bevvies. Would love to see you there!!

If you can not make it to the reception, please stop by the Historic A.P. Gordon House : 308 e. Pearl St. : when you get the chance!

Exhibit Open:
Weekdays: 9 a.m.- 6 p.m.
Saturdays: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

San Francisco Then and Now

My sister-in-Law sent me a link to YouTube of San Francisco back in 1906. As noted in the email:

"This film was "lost" for many years. It was the first 35mm film ever. It was taken by camera mounted on the front of a cable car. The number of automobiles is staggering for 1906. The clock tower at the end of Market Street at the Embarcadero wharf is still there. Great historical film worth watching..." "...It was filmed only four days before the quake and shipped by train to NY for processing..." San Francisco 1906 And San Francisco...2005 Pictures of the 1906 Earthquake:

Kentucky Derby!

It's that time of the year...I do not know if it's the big hats, the mint juleps, or the beautiful, powerful horses that come together for this extraordinary (and super fast) Spring event. Have you picked out your hat yet? I am not very interested in horse racing but the fashion and style of the Kentucky Derby is very intriguing. Anthropologie.com has put together several outfits to celebrate. Good Luck!

I Think it's Time for Another Visit....

Have you ever been to the LBJ ranch in Stonewall, TX which is right outside of Fredericksburg? What a wonderful place to learn about our 36th President of the United States. His ranch invites us to witness his childhood home, his little old school house, and even the Texas White House where LBJ and Lady Bird lived until their passing. You may also see his grave too. It's all so very interesting and personal! But what I love the most is the Sauer-Beckmann Living History Farm. I don't even need to explain...just check out the pictures!

Whatever they eat on the farm comes from the farm!

From veggies to bacon it all comes from their hard work.

I'm in love with the different material used to show growth of the family.

The textures reveal a story.

This pie cooling/dish drying window opens into the dog trot. I would like to use this in a design one day, where you could display your dishes or cool a pie!

The Littlest Skyscraper

Have you ever wanted to see the Littlest Skyscraper. Well you are in luck. I know where you can find it! It's in Wichita Falls! Back in it's heyday, a conman came to town and told the city he was going to build the most luxurious building and you better act fast to invest! Little did people know, that the plan was done in square INCHES not Feet! The conman scrammed once he received his money. So instead of licking their wounds and writing off their stupidity, the investors decided to build it anyways. That's the story I was told, what do you think?

There is a neat antique store that is connected to it, so you better stop by and check it out! Also, just down the road, is the train museum. For one whole $1 you are allowed to walk through all the old rail cars, mail cars, passenger car, and even a fun dining car! We had a good time in Wichita Falls. I am looking forward to visiting their winery and goat cheese farm!

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