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A Lavaliere, or ornamental pendant necklace, is an easily recognized piece of jewelry. The lavaliere came into fashion in the 17th century and was named after the Duchesse de La Vallière, who was no less then mistress to the Sun King himself, Louis XIV, from 1661 to 1667. A lavaliere can be recognized most for its drop… Continue reading Word Nerd : Lavaliere
Just a little ink and pen sketch I made instead of doing other things. Oh, procrastination, you are such a terrible tease and flirt on a cold, overcast day! I think she looks rather cute, though I don't know if I preferred her before or after I filled in a few places. What a Doll!… Continue reading Ink and Pen Lady Sketch
In Flander's Field by John McCrae In Flanders Fields the poppies blow, Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky, The larks, still bravely singing, fly, Scarce heard amid the guns below. We are the dead. Short days ago, We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved and were… Continue reading Veteran’s Day Thanks
Travel on wings of fluttering leaves, run with the tumbling hay, dance with the beauty of the fiery landscape and delight in love it all brings. Autumn burns brightly, like a flash in the sky, a phoenix of seasons promising life as is simultaneously dies. ~ La I hope everyone has a grand weekend! Namaste… Continue reading Autumn Dreamer
When hearing the word limpid, most would think of some damsel, who's temperament is sweeter then marzipan and who is most likely rather boring in her dulcet complicity. Or perhaps one thinks of a rare, precious person who's large, limpid eyes express things that cannot be put into words. Both of these examples are fine… Continue reading Word Nerd : Limpid
Autumn is, hands down, my favorite of all the seasons. This time of year, filled with bursts of color, rustling winds, cooler days, icy nights, frosty mornings, crisp blue skies, wood-smoke scents, and cozy, wonderful sweaters, layers, coats and more is so special! I adore the harvest time, the time when nature gives one last… Continue reading Autumn Is…
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