Month: May 2024
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Lessons of Antiquing
Yesterday, I went to visit an antique dealer’s attic. It was a dream come true. Attics are usually dark, and this one was no exception. In my excitement to get there, I parked my car in haste and ran to…
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Collecting Antiques
The chandelier was found at an antique shop, and the bust was found at an antique market under a vendor’s table. It may be sold since it was under the table. Ask questions. Don’t assume that because something is put…
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The Way it Was
Okay, I used to dress Chelsea up like a doll; And take pictures of her. You gotta know I couldn’t drive, I was alone, it was winter… Paris was cold, grey, and rainy, and I was from…
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What Did They Buy at the Brocante?
This is a smidgen of what we saw during our brocante escapade they filled a forty-cubic-meter container and still are going full throttle on the brocante trail. Yes, they have shops in Virginia. The pink chair somehow managed not to make the cut.…
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Who Can Make This?
If you know how to make this will you show me how?