All Is Calm, All Is Bright

Colin's Creatures, Charlotte Woodson Antiques

 

Merry Christmas

Baaaaaaa

Charlotte Woodson Antiques has this fabulous life size ( or I assume it's life size) sheep for sale. It seems to be keeping watch over Colin's Creatures.  How sweet is that!

Baaaaa.......

humbug??? Of course not.  The sweet lambs, the creation of Colin Richmond, are anxiously awaiting Christmas!   You can have one of these or other handmade creatures by visiting Colin's Creatures or if you're in the Birmingham area, at Dinah Toro's Charlotte Woodson Antiques in Mt. Brook Village.

What can I give Him..

Charlotte Woodson Antiques, Mt. Brook Village

Colin's Creatures

...poor as I am?

If I were a shepherd, I would bring a lamb;

If I were a Wise Man, I would do my part;

Yet what can I give Him...give my heart.

                              Christina Rossetti


In a Bleak Midwinter sung for you here.

French Essence Right Here in Birmingham

For several years I've followed Vicki Archer's blog French Essence. I also have both of her wonderful books, My French Life and French Essence.  The photographs are by Carla Coulson, who I was fortunate to meet in Paris last January.  My friend Dinah Toro, owner of Charlotte Woodson Antiques in Mt. Brook Village is a follower of her blog as well.  She fell in love with the candles in Vicki's header so I emailed her and asked for the source.  Now Dinah is able to sell these fabulous Mathias candles from France. As a tribute to Vicki, we decided to photograph them on this exquisite French mirrored coffee table with metal inserts in Dinah's shop. Ohhh la la!

Picture Perfect

Meet Foxy II. This is one lucky pup.  He was rescued from a puppy mill by Dinah Toro, an animal lover to the 10th power!  Foxy II, is a bit shy, and prefers to spend his days at Charlotte Woodson Antiques, behind  her antique frames where he can see himself in the mirror!  I like to spend my time there visiting with Dinah, over a cup of expresso, and taking endless photos of Foxy!

And much love to Kathy ( Mammoth Lakes DP) and Dan who lost their dear precious Daisy recently. I got to meet Daisy while in California last April.  Goldens hold a special place in my heart. 

A Day Late....

and a Moon Pie short!  I was a little under the weather this week and let Fat Tuesday get away from me. I had these fabulous masks from Dinah Toro's Charlotte Woodson Antiques in Mt. Brook, so we'll just celebrate Mardi Gras right here today.  By the way, did you know that Mobile, Alabama has the oldest  MardiGras carnival celebration in the country??

Baaaaaaa........

HUMBUG?  Oh no, this delightful flock gathered in the window of Charlotte Woodson Antiques in Mountain Brook, is begging for you to come and give them a good home. J. Colin Richmond, Colinscreatures,  in North Carolina is the artist and you can find many more of his delightful porcelin creatures here and on his website.  Stay tuned, I'm saving one more wonderful offering from Dinah Toro's lovely shop window and Colin very soon!

A Paris Moment Right Here in Birmingham

Next time you're feeling that maybe a little trip to Paris is what you need, visit Charlotte Woodson Antiques in Mt. Brook Village. Owner Dinah Toro and I are kindred spirits. We share a love of Paris and have had some delightful conversations reminiscing about our trips there, sitting in her comfy old slipcovered armchairs. The shop is like a little trip back to Paris pour moi. Today, just a sampling. We'll be back, as I'm sure you've guessed!

Play Ball!

We've been to Rickwood Field on many occassions ( here, here and here!).  I would say this is the last post,  but I can't be sure I won't go back and get some new photos.  By now you all know it's America's Oldest Baseball Park,  and I guess the seats are starting to look a bit worn.  But come to think of it,  shiny, new seats would just be wrong!

*  Yesterday I had some clever viewers who tried to guess where that photo was taken.  The answer is .....Mountain Brook - Birmingham's most upscale suburb.  It was shot behind two recent posts: Charlotte Woodson Antiques and Gilchrist!!!  I'm including a photo of the block where the alley is located.  

Clickety Clack....Don't Talk Back!

A side trip to Charlotte Woodson Antiques, in Mt. Brook Village after my walk yesterday was yet another treasure trove for me.  I ended up spending about 2 hours with Dinah, the delightful owner, talking about France of course, and photographing so many lovely things in her beautiful shop. This is why I LOVE doing this blog. I meet so many interesting, friendly people!!!  Today,  her mint condition Corona.  Isn't it just the best?