A restful weekend here in Annapolis, in no small part thanks to a crazy burned out electrical transformer that led to a blown out Verizon box that led to a service call to happen between 9am and 9pm that led to a mandatory day at home.  It is a wonder how we ever did anything without the internet…or Fios TV. Anyway, it did give me time to put together a St. Patrick Day mantel.  I have never attempted to capture the luck of the Irish in my decor, but like my Valentine’s mantel, I am quite pleased that the simplest additions really do have major impact.  Do you like the sparkly shamrock? I give the Princess full credit!

Some green depression, vintage postcards and a bunting of shamrock pennants gives homage to Old Saint Patrick.
A close-up of the gorgeous green of the glass.

Vintage St. Patrick postcards are known for their amusing nature and exuberant love of the perfect Irish lass! I love these examples of both.

My Hero also kept busy this weekend.  He was able to hang my darling new antique sampler…a post for another time. Thank goodness he had a reliable helper.  Someone has to chose the perfect nail!

I am partying with these lovely bloggers this week…

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Turning the calendar to March always gives me hope that Spring is almost around the corner. It may be snowing this afternoon but, God willing, we should see the earth slowly come back to life…possibly…by the end of the month. Oh, I love the pretty shades of green that just pop up everywhere. I’m so excited for Spring, I decided to add some touches of green in my home…also St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner…two birds with one stone I guess. Let’s all wish for an early spring, despite the snow falling gently outside my window.

A pretty green stoneware pitcher on a green silk runner from Hong Kong.

I love this green French canning jar.

Another green runner under an antique primitive dough bowl.

A nod to St. Patrick with cozy sheep and green teacups.

The Princess is hoping for an early spring and early summer. She wants to swim outside on our next visit to Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay!

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Annapolis really comes alive in the summer with it’s majestic sailboats on the beautiful water, warm evenings on vintage front porches and Norman Rockwell inspired 4th of July celebrations. Some people will tell you it is their favorite place to be during those hot summer months. I love my Annapolis summers but I also enjoy the less crowded, more subtle Winter days…especially in the snow! Last week we were treated to a snowfall and we returned home from a short winter family vacation to a beautiful snow covered city. Come visit Annapolis in the winter…I always have hot cocoa.

A snowy day at the Naval Academy.

The boats wait silently for summer to arrive.

Our beautiful State Capitol building in the snow.

Vintage houses straight out of a storybook.

Including our sweet vintage foursquare.

The perfect reason to enjoy a roaring fire.

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I love my home. I love the cozy, “slightly cluttered but in a tasteful way” vibe, I love the character pieces that hold so many stories, and I love the memories behind some of my favorite things. They reflect my past that shaped me into my present. I also love that pieces from different countries and decades can mesh so well together. Let me introduce some treasures from my time in Asia! Who knew block prints and obis would work perfectly with antique English oak and well loved American made quilts.

A gorgeous woodblock print from Japan.

Silk obis are a beautiful exotic touch.

Both beautiful and soothing, this sand garden is a favorite.

How can you not smile when you see these cute kokeshi dolls.

Basketball game this weekend…Navy won!

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• ¾ cup sugar
• 1 tbsp rosemary leaves
• 1 cup all purpose flour
• ¼ tsp kosher salt
• ½ tsp ground cinnamon
• 6 tbsp butter, cut into ½-inch pieces
• ¾ cup honey
• 2 large eggs
• ½ cup whole milk
• ½ tsp kosher salt
• 2 tsp cider vinegar
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ½ cup brewed coffee, warm

Steps To Glory

1. Heat oven to 350F.
2. Combine the sugar and rosemary leaves in the bowl of a food processor and process until the rosemary is broken down into fine pieces. Add in the flour, salt, cinnamon, and butter. Process until it is the texture of wet sand. Remove from the food processor to a small bowl and refrigerate until ready to use.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together the honey and eggs until well combined. Mix in the milk, salt, and cider vinegar. Stir the baking powder into the coffee and slowly pour it into the honey mixture, whisking constantly.
4. Place the prebaked pie shell onto a foil-lined baking sheet. Remove the crumb mixture from the fridge and spread one cup of it over the bottom of the pie shell in an even layer. Gently pour the honey mixture into the crust and then sprinkle with the remaining crumb mixture.
5. Bake for 45-55 minutes, rotating about 30-35 minutes into baking, once the edges are beginning to set. You’ll know the pie is done when the edges are completely set and puffed slightly, though the center may still be a bit loose. Allow to cool completely on a wire rack for 2-3 hours. Serve slightly warm or at room temperature.

Perfect…just like our Kindergartener!

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