The Miseducation of Carey Mulligan

The miseducation of Carey Mulligan: How this actress become our favorite leading lady:
When Carey Mulligan was nominated for an Oscar for her amazing role in the film AN EDUCATION, the first thing she did was call home.

But instead of the squeals of delight she might have anticipated from her mother, the young actress received a rather more level-headed response. ‘I phoned up,’ she says, ‘and said, “Mum, mum, mum! I got nominated for an Oscar!”

‘And she said, “Oh fabulous, I’m just with a student – can you call me back in 45 minutes?’”

And in that calm reply lies the key to the down-to-earth appeal of the 24-year-old with the elfin smile who is set to become one of Hollywood’s most bankable stars.

Isn't it wonderful that she's so normal? I thoroughly enjoyed the movie.

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Bluebird On The Roof

Even though I have a birdhouse full of bluebirds right outside my window, I never fail to be thrilled when I see one. I can see this portion of my garage roof very clearly from my attic studio. This is fresh off the press. News Alert ~ Blubird sighting.




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Actress Lynn Redgrave Has Died At Age 67

Actress Lynn Redgrave Has Died At Age 67:

"Lynn Redgrave died peacefully Sunday night at her home in Connecticut. Children Ben, Pema and Annabel were with her.

"Our beloved mother Lynn Rachel passed away peacefully after a seven year journey with breast cancer,' they said in a statement Monday. 'She lived, loved and worked harder than ever before. The endless memories she created as a mother, grandmother, writer, actor and friend will sustain us for the rest of our lives. Our entire family asks for privacy through this difficult time."

Read more via The New York Times

So sad. Rest In Peace.




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Mansion in May | Designer Showcase House and Gardens | To Benefit Morristown Memorial Hospital

Women's Association - Morristown Memorial Hospital - 2010 Mansion in May:
The Woman’s Association of Morristown Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce its 15th Mansion in May Designer Showhouse and Gardens at Fawn Hill Farm in Harding Township, New Jersey during May of 2010.

Fawn Hill Farm, one of the largest intact estates within the New York City sphere, is also replete with picturesque pastures, ponds, stable and barns and adjoins miles of equestrian trails that lace Harding Township. Remarkable in its extravagant scope and pristine condition, Fawn Hill is a mansion extraordinaire.

My real estate office went to the Weichert-sponsored preview of this landmark event on Thursday night and it was wonderful. I was rushed pulling up the rear as my coworkers dashed through in a hurry to get to the tent with food and drinks. I didn't get to linger in any of the rooms and can't wait to go back. I didn't have a chance to even peek into any of the shops in the carriage houses either. I took all of these photos...none were allowed inside the mansion.

Let me know if you are interested in purchasing this fine estate. It's for sale by my agency. I'd love to show it to you. I live just down the street.





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That's Some Pig

While we're on the subject of pigs... here is someone's beloved pet. He's looking at a spider and thinking, "Charlotte, is that you?"

Charlotte's Web by E. B. White




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Abandoned Piglet Adopted by Giant Farm Dog

Abandoned piglet is lost and hound: Giant farm dog saves baby pig's bacon by adopting it as one of its own
"A giant farm dog and a tiny piglet cuddle up as if they were family after the baby runt was dismissed by its own mother." Click on the link and read this heart-warming story. Aren't dogs the best?




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An Unusual Friendship

If these two can be friends, why can't everyone? So sweet!




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Perfect Pansies

I love pansies, don't you. They have such happy little faces.




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Sunrise Over Fields of Flowers

Here's hoping your day is as lovely as this photo. That sun looks hot, doesn't it? I went to the library in Morristown just before it closed at 5pm yesterday. The time and temperature sign on the bank I passed on the way registered 95 degrees. It was way too hot for me but I mowed grass anyway. I'll finish my hand trimming this morning while it's still cool. See you later, Rosemary




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Goodnight, Time For A Movie

I'm about as tired as this pile of spotted puppies sleeping on the painter's drop cloth. Think I'll pop a movie in the DVD player and enjoy the evening. Sleep tight when you turn in. See you tomorrow, Rosemary.




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Dancing Around The Maypole

I almost forgot to wish all of you a Happy May Day. Dance around a Maypole if you can find one.




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Mattie Lou O'Kelley | Spring Paintings

Mattie Lou O'Kelley didn't start painting until she was 60. This self-taught Georgia artist was quite prolific until her passing at age 89 in 1997. Read her obituary in The New York Times.

She also wrote poetry, which was as homely as her canvases:

"Now my one room house has only me,
I never roam,
No lessons have I. But I paint
And paint
And stay at home."

Images from my book: Mattie Lou O'Kelley, Folk Artist




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Ginger | Antique Botanical Print

I never knew what ginger looked like. It's beautiful. I found this image in a magazine and photographed it. It's supposed to be 87 degrees today. Glad I got a jump on my mowing yesterday. I shall only work in the shade today. Have a good Saturday, Rosemary.




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