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The Mitford Teapot

by Robin Turnipseed August 22, 2023
I love a trip. I think that has been well-documented by now. Whether local or London, my husband and I adore traveling, a trait we passed along to our son, who just returned from his first overseas trip and confirmed that the travel bug has also bitten him.

However, not all of our trips need to be quite as grand. Although jaunts across the ocean provide endless excitement, they also prove tiring. Sometimes, the travel itch is scratched just as well by staying closer to home, which I discovered when I planned a weekend at The Mitford Museum this past May.

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The Burned Accent Table

by Robin Turnipseed July 12, 2023
One hallmark of newlywed life is the gaining of hand-me-down furniture. Honestly, this accrument is foundational to anyone starting life independently, whether newly married or not. At some point, we have all gathered our fair share of mix-and-match items, generously donated by those who love us and wish to help us on our way while simultaneously cleaning out their overflowing garages and storage rooms.

It is a win-win situation all around.

However, as the receiver, we occasionally gain goods that may have a scuff or scratch on surfaces that cause us to question their origin. For example, for decades, I wondered how a perfectly round mark became etched into the beautiful vintage walnut accent table gifted to us early into our marriage. For years I thought the spot was an oil stain, even questioning if my children had managed to damage the table and keep it a secret or if the mark was a souvenir gained through one of our many moves. 

However, the answer to my inquiry provided a better story than I imagined.

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A Weekender’s Guide to London

by Robin Turnipseed May 29, 2023
“Wait! You’re going to London for how many days?” Since December, when we announced our brief jaunt across the pond, this question has appeared in every conversation the moment that people discovered our travels to England encompassed only a few days.

Their eyes would widen, a slightly curious shake of a head would occur, and then the following two questions would inevitably come rushing out, one right behind the other. “Why?” would be asked first, with “What can anyone do in London in only three days?” shortly behind.

The answer to the first question is simple enough.

“Why such a short trip?”

Well, first, because we are parents. That should be enough said, but let’s add in the availability of childcare, not to mention that we chose to travel in April, a month fraught with end-of-the-year school activities. Also, we love to travel with our children and consider these quick trips more scouting in nature. If we love a place and deem it safe enough, we return home and carve out the makings of a more extensive family trip in the future.

As for the second question, “What can one possibly do in London in four days?”

The simple answer is “quite a bit” as long as you are organized and prioritize your list of activities.

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Hi! I'm Robin, the storyteller sharing the histories of the items that fill our homes and our memories. I'm on a mission to help the world use our past as a reminder to stay present.

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      The Mitford Teapot

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      The Burned Accent Table

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      A Weekender’s Guide to London

      May 29, 2023

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      A Vintage Lover’s Guide to Portobello Road

      May 4, 2023

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      The McDonald’s Glasses

      March 16, 2023

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      The Halloween Costumes

      October 17, 2022

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      The Friendship Bracelet

      July 24, 2021

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      The Wedding Dresses

      July 17, 2021

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      The Fun Shirt

      July 2, 2021

      Apparel

      The Rhinestone Barrette

      May 20, 2021

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      The Mitford Teapot

      August 22, 2023

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      The Burned Accent Table

      July 12, 2023

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      Katy’s Vintage Toy Collection

      February 2, 2023

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      The 12 Days of Christmas Glasses

      November 26, 2022

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      The Canning Shelf

      November 10, 2022

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      A Weekender’s Guide to London

      May 29, 2023

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      A Vintage Lover’s Guide to Portobello Road

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      The McDonald’s Glasses

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      5 Classic Christmas Movies to Revisit

      December 15, 2022

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      Throwing an 80s-Themed Murder Mystery Party

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      The 12 Days of Christmas Glasses

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      Throwing an 80s-Themed Murder Mystery Party

      November 23, 2022

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