Navy Baby - WIth a Hint of Lime!

I am finally getting around to "fluffing" our family room. The walls are lime green and the furniture is neutral, so I am thinking navy with hints of lime, turquoise and maybe a dash of hot pink to liven the place up. Navy and green are crisp, classic and little preppy and yet modern and fun- can't go wrong!

We are now in the mad dash to the last day of school; one week from Friday. Summer is coming ready or not! I think I may need my lime with a margarita, not on the wall. I'm just not ready for summer break! Well, good luck to everyone else in my same position and to those of you who aren't'... consider yourself darn lucky!

Martyn Lawrence-Bullard

 Brunschwig and Fils

 Barrie Bensie

 Kate Spade

Toodles!

Krissy

photos via Pinterest

Mother's Day and Honest Abe

I have just spent a wonderful day with my mom and our family. Nothing fancy, just a leisurely lunch and lots of laughs over the afternoon. This, of course, after a delicious breakfast in bed and a shower of love from the mini-pearls and Mr. Pearl. Being a mom to my three is my greatest joy and even on the difficult days, I thank God for the amazing opportunity He has given and then I pray that I don't mess it up too badly! I have such a loving example in my own mom and she is a blessing to our family. Thank you mom!

I snapped a few shots of the table. I went with a "frenchy" theme with toile linens, fresh lavender and peonies and blue transfer ware dishes. I was told not to do anything, but it was for my own mom, too. I could not resist the peonies they almost look fake they are so gorgeous.

This last week, Sweet Pea's class had their American History Living Museum. Each student chose an American, historical figure and researched a report on that person. The unit ended with the student dressing-up like that person at a living museum. Oh, how excited I was for Sweet Pea! Who would she choose? Jackie O. (a pink suit, a fabulous evening gown, a Lilly dress) or Martha Washington (I thought we could modify her Marie Antoinette Halloween costume) or Grace Kelly (again, glamorous) or Eleanor Roosevelt - I could go on forever - so many fun choices! Who did my darling daughter choose? Why, she chose Abraham Lincoln of course, because that is who all fifth grade girls choose. What? Really?

This was our conversation:

Me: Who do you want to choose for your report?

Sweet Pea: I am thinking Abraham Lincoln.

Me: Wouldn't you rather be someone glamorous and fun?

Sweet Pea: Lincoln is fun.

Me: What made you choose him?

Sweet Pea: Well, I am really interested in the Civil War and I REALLY want to wear the beard!

So, one stove pipe hat, coat with tails and Lincoln beard later, we had honest Abe. Sweet Pea fancies herself as a thespian, so I think that she felt that choosing Lincoln would challenge her more as a serious actor and would look good on her resume. I must say, she made one good, albeit, a little to pretty, Abe Lincoln. I guess I have to let her grow into her own person, but i don't have to like it! 

That's Abe in the middle with Jim Bowie and his knife on the left and Harriet Tubman on the right.

 Yes, a very serious gig for Sweet Pea!

 Happy Mother's Day!

Krissy

You Complete Me

I know that one should never say, "If I had this, I would be happy."BUT, I think that it might ring true for this butler's pantry. I can just see all of my vintage dishes and platters and vases all lined-up and on display in here. The wall of glass, the lighting - everything - aaahhh yes, this would complete me and make me more than happy, too!

Enjoy!

Krissy

Picture via: Shannon Berrey

Chinoiserie Love

I have been in love with Chinoiserie ever since I first laid eyes on a beautiful Blue Willow platter. The little scene just drew me in! Chinoiserie is a French term meaning "Chinese-esque". Chinoiserie reflects Chinese artistic influences in furniture, fabric and prints, pottery and china and wall coverings. Here a some examples...

Happy Monday!

Krissy

Photos via: Pinterest

Outdoor Fancy

Fisherman made it home from his school trip, tired, but in one piece! I am now ready for the weekend! We have plans with some dear friends for dinner and I plan to spend lots of time outside. 

I love this fancy, sparkly, outdoor tablescape; so dreamy! 

Hope you have a fancy, sparkly kind of weekend!

Krissy

photo via: Pinterest

Texas History, Spanish Revival Decor and Elmo

Fisherman is on a road trip this week with his class from school. Seventh grade studies Texas History and to top off an exciting year, the class travels to Austin and San Antonio to actually see some of the places they have been learning about. God bless them. The chaperones consist of some of our dedicated teachers, their spouses and other gracious volunteers. Parents of seventh graders are NOT allowed to go! Hallelujah! 

You can imagine the excitement that has been brewing over the trip. Fisherman requested a trip to Target for some last minute provisions: new deodorant, Axe body spray (Can you imagine the stench of a bus load of adolescents wearing that stuff?), hair gel and various candy goodness for the bus ride. Oh to be in seventh grade again! We have been to the places they are visiting on the trip many times as a family, but Fisherman is seeing them in a new light. It's amazing how things that bring groans and moans on a family vacay are all of a sudden the most interesting things in the world when you are getting to see them with out said family and in the presence of your peeps.

Austin is our state capital and the kids will tour the capital building and see how our great state is run. San Antonio is home to the Alamo. Most of you have probably heard of the Alamo, but in case you haven't, here is today's Texas history lesson... The Alamo was originally settled as a remote religious outpost in Mexican-held Texas. It is part of a series of beautiful missions in the area. The Alamo became a makeshift fort during the Texas Revolution from Mexico. Americans were coming to settle Texas, that was still under Mexican rule. Afraid of a rebellion, Mexican troops were sent in and the battle began. Many fled the area in fear of their lives but a strong, proud few stayed and fought the massive, Mexican army. A ragtag bunch of Texans, including James Bowie, William B. Travis and Davy Crockett along with scarcely two hundred souls, prepared to fight General Santa Anna and over 1500 Mexican troops. The siege lasted thirteen days in late February and early March of 1836 and all Texans who fought at the Alamo died, but so did many more from the Mexican army. Although it was a defeat for Texas, the Mexicans were defeated in April, 1836 at the Battle of San Jacinto. Aren't you glad you read that?

The first time we took Fisherman to see the Alamo at age two, he took-off out of the car and was so excited! Mr. P and I could not figure out why our very smart (but too young to understand) toddler would be so anxious to see the Alamo. We walked-up to the front of the Alamo and our precious boy starts looking around everywhere and then his huge grin fell. He looked up at us with sad eyes and said, "Where's Elmo?".

Elmo/Alamo - this was last summer - the mini-pearls were not impressed


All that is left of the mission complex and outbuildings at the Alamo is the chapel. Just a handful of people survived the siege, mostly women and children, and they were within the walls of this chapel. It really is a beautiful, simple space. A visit to the Alamo and the city of San Antonio is always a fun trip. The Spanish and Mexican influence can be seen everywhere in the architecture, design and feel of the area. Spanish Colonial Revival, Mexican Hacienda and a dash of western flair make for a vibrant culture all our own here in Texas. Here are some spaces that portray this unique recipe.

See y'all later!

Krissy

Photos via Pinterest with the exception of the Alamo, that one is mine!