THANKS MOM.


Greetings!

On my mind, is Mother's Day which is only a couple of days away at this point.      

So just how do we show how much we care, respect or honor our Mom's role in our life? 

A present?

Making a dream come true?

A bouquet of flowers?

A day of shopping?

Whatever you choose to give Mom or remember Mom by,

 GRATITUDE says it best.  Well, I think so.

HAPPY MOTHERS DAY to all the Mom's out there, and

THANK YOU for all you do and for being YOU.

Bye for now,

Erica

Something is NEW

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Greetings!

Gosh, it's been weeks and weeks since my last blog, sincere apologies.  What is new, you ask?

Royal Albert China, has a NEW pattern which was inspired from it's most successful pattern called "OLD COUNTRY ROSES."  It has a vintage look about it which is the current trend and I am a huge fan of anything vintage or vintage inspired. 

The name of this one is "NEW COUNTRY ROSES."  I can almost smell those roses.....*sigh* and just look at those fabulous colors!  Oh-la-la!

It is fresh and vibrant and perfectly pretty.  I LOVE it!   I am envisioning myself having a lovely cup of tea and nibbling that sweet little cupcake on the plate!  Ladies, this is tea-party material here!
 

Y'know, if you love something and it isn't within your budget one doesn't need to  have it ALL.  I mean if you really LOVE it, how about one little teaplate to have your morning toast on?  Or a pretty little mug?  I mean, if it gets your heart racing, I say why not?  If you cannot  justify a whole set of new dishes,  buy one or two pieces of it and enjoy it.

Surrounding oneself with the things you LOVE, even if it's just a teensy weensy bit of it, just makes you feel so good inside!  It really does. 




Yipee! A NEW season is here as well! SPRING. Don't you just LOVE it?   The chirping of birds.  Daffodils. Tulips. Pink tree blossoms. Cherry Blossoms. The smell of fresh cut grass. Planting. Vibrant colors.  Driving with your car windows open.   Blue skies.  Sunny days. Warmth.

Happy Spring everyone and a HAPPY EASTER!   Treat yourself  to something which makes you feel SPECIAL. 

By the way, I'd like just ONE (or two) of those little eggs with that little cupcake, please......

Bye for now,
Erica

THE DAYS OF JANUARY

Greetings!

If you come in to see us in January at GRAHAM'S, you'll discover that we are dusting, cleaning and/or rearranging. (I promise not to give you a dusting cloth.)  Each of us, takes a section of the store and we work our way through, getting things back in order, cleaned and refreshed.  Believe it or not, this process takes about 4 to 6 weeks!   It's a great feeling when it's done....kind of like when you've cleaned your house, or cleaned the car. Don't you feel that way too?

The former "CHRISTMAS" room is in the process of becoming a SALE room.  Currently, the CHRISTMAS merchandise is 50% off (I like to tuck a few things away for next year, so you'll usually find me hunting for bargains after Christmas!) and we will be intermittantly adding miscellaneous  merchandise at 50% off.  Do drop in whenever you can, you'll never know what you will find!   

Coming up is soon is VALENTINES day!  I've got a few suggestions if you need. 

We've got the cutest little waffle maker that makes heart shaped waffles!  Can you imagine how awesome that would taste and look topped with strawberries and whipped cream!  Can we all say "mmmmm?"

Bath and body products by CRABTREE and EVELYN are a  popular item with the ladies!  My personal favorite is IRIS which is "exquisitely scented orris from the root of the iris flower, blended with precious sandalwood, sensuous patchouli, and a hint of fresh vetiver."

How about serving a yummy chocolate fondue for two?   So good and so easy.  We've got the chocolate fondue pots and the prepackaged chocolate product, all you need is the fresh fruit!

Your beloved might like something sparkly....like jewelry by SWAROVSKI.  Crystals are set in rhodium. Did you know that rhodium is a member of platinum?  SWAROVSKI jewelry will NEVER tarnish.  We've got a fantastic selection, heart shapes included.

It's been snowing here for the last couple of days, and not many of you like to venture out in this weather.   And that's okay!  I love to stay home at times, where it's warm and cozy.  When you do decide to venture out, drive carefully.  If you're in the downtown area, come by to say 'hello'!  Some of the dust bunnies can wait.

Bye for now,
Erica