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- Lifelong collector of antiques. Things that interest me: animals, cottage and country life, fine art, architecture, antiquarian books and prints, dogs, natural history and sporting items, gardening, photography, graphic design, humor, quotes, real estate, interior design, renovation, restoration, learning new things, electronics and technology. This blog reflects my own personal taste and will never bore you. Rosemary Beck
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2 comments:
Thanks for all the beautiful images in the last few days - am recovering from gum surgery, housebound, and enjoying all the gorgeous views even more than I usually do. Happy Spring!
Beautiful! Big fan of lavender. Happy Easter!
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