CHRISTMAS IN ANOTHER TIME

December 23, 2017.Reading time 1 minute.

It’s been a long time since I’ve posted (more on that later)… So I’m easing back in with photos from my trip to Newport, Rhode Island this past week, to see the mansions in full holiday attire. I’ve been to the Newport Mansions many times, and am always blown away by their grandeur! What makes […]

CANDLELIGHT CAROLS AT TRINITY CHURCH

December 21, 2016.Reading time 1 minute.

Waiting in line.

John LeFarge stained glass tryptych–tough to get a good photo of this, trust me, it’s stunning!

Even the floor is detailed.

“Similar but different” finials on the pews.

Leaving through the cloisters.

When you move to a new place, you leave a lot behind. The best way to compensate is to create new traditions. Christmas is a very special time of year. For me the holiday season starts around mid-November, so though I do go back to Detroit for the actual holidays, I don’t spend most of […]

HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS

December 19, 2015.Reading time 3 minutes.

I am a huge fan of Christmas…my blood runs red and green. But ever since I moved away from my family, well, it’s different. I still love it. I have three trees in my apartment, and too many ornaments for “just” three trees. (Yes, some don’t make it out of the box!) I associate Christmas […]