8.13.2010

lovely grey...

she's an aged beauty......chipping more and more each summer

the painted exterior is revealing a lovely grey...


at a distance it's as if it's just her holding up her long dress amongst my arborvitae....


but she's carrying her little child through my garden...

I bought her after my second son was born at an estate sale, and now, with another little blessing on the way, I enjoy her even more...







enjoy your weekend!

Next week I'll be revealing some contents of the upcoming October Barn Sale Event on the farm!
YEAH!!!!

xo+blessings,

24 comments:

  1. UnknownFriday, August 13, 2010

    G'day Anne Marie ~ I love her & her aging beauty. I let my Madonna do the same thing in my garden.

    Congrats on the new kid-ling ... nothing more precious than a baby/child.

    TTFN ~ have a wonderful summer weekend ~
    Hugs, Marydon

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  2. Sharon StanleyFriday, August 13, 2010

    oh my goodness! i did not realize....how wonderful for you! and the garden lady is so lovely....congrats!

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  3. AnonymousFriday, August 13, 2010

    How very wonderful for you and your husband! Congratulations, Anne Marie! She really is quite beautiful. I LOVE her pretty patina. You've displayed her so nicely in your beautiful urn with the silver Dusty Miller... lovely!
    Have a wonderful weekend, my friend!
    ~ Jo :)

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  4. AnonymousFriday, August 13, 2010

    Well done! I hope you are blooming...

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  5. The French BearFriday, August 13, 2010

    Congratulations, nothing as sweet as a new baby!!
    The statue is beautiful, the chipped white is giving way to a wonderful shade of grey.
    Happy weekend!
    Margaret B

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  6. Musings From A French CottageFriday, August 13, 2010

    Congratulations Anne Marie! That is such wonderful news and I am so excited for you. What a blessing. I'm loving your statue. She's beautiful!

    God bless you and that sweet little one!
    ~Kathleen

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  7. Anne LorysFriday, August 13, 2010

    Gorgeous!
    And big congrats are in order, wow!!! :-)

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  8. koraleeFriday, August 13, 2010

    So beautiful my friend....congratulations! xoxoxo

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  9. Vintage HomeSaturday, August 14, 2010

    ...oh my I love the dusty miller!....like a lace petticote!

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  10. GinaSaturday, August 14, 2010

    Congratulations!!

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  11. erin's art and gardensSaturday, August 14, 2010

    congratulations...that is wonderful news!

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  12. Jacqueline @ HOMESaturday, August 14, 2010

    Dear Anne Marie,
    Many, many, congratulations. I hope that you are feeling well and looking beautiful in your pregnancy.
    Your statue is beautiful and I love the way that she is gently ageing in your garden
    A lovely post to tell us of your condition.
    I look forward to going virtually through your pregnancy. Lots of love to you, Anne Marie. XXXX

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  13. AnonymousSaturday, August 14, 2010

    Congratulations! I came to you blog looking for a Barn Sale date announcement and got one of an entirely different kind. :) So happy for you.

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  14. AmySaturday, August 14, 2010

    hmmmmmmmmmm
    :) :0) :)
    a mother and child:)

    beautiful you.

    I so hope to make your next sale!

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  15. QueenplinkerSaturday, August 14, 2010

    I was excited to see your lovely statue...however she just pales in the comparison of a real mother and a new little life!
    Congratulations, dear lady!

    Lynea :0)

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  16. LaraSaturday, August 14, 2010

    Oh Goodness Anne~Marie!! CONGRATULATIONS to you and your family!!! That's great news. I had a wonderful water birth with Olivia and highly recommend it. :) ♥
    xoxo, Lara

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  17. katrina laurenSaturday, August 14, 2010

    i love this post....so beautiful! what wonderful news you have....congratulations to you and your growing family! so excited for you all!
    love & prayers
    xo.
    k

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  18. Donna Reyne'Saturday, August 14, 2010

    Congratulations!
    I too love your Madonna... and dusty miller!
    It's still one of my favorite plants! I love the texture, the different shades of grey...just everything!
    I hope you have a wonderful weekend!
    Blessings,
    Donna

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  19. katieSunday, August 15, 2010

    Sweet, sweet news!! Congratulations -- nothing like knowing God is growing another life in you and entrusting you with that precious gift. :) Will be praying for your pregnancy... again, congratulations!!! :) Bet the kids are excited too?? :)

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  20. At Home in English ValleySunday, August 15, 2010

    Dear Anne Marie, What a blessing! I can't think of a more lovely Mom-to-be than you. Take care. Love, Penny

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  21. CaroleSunday, August 15, 2010

    What great news Anne Marie....so happy for all of you!!! This is so exciting....you truly are a farm family!
    big hugs!
    Carole

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  22. Molly Betsy @ Star CottageMonday, August 16, 2010

    Oh Anne Marie, this is such wonderful news! I am so psyched for you all! You are such an awesome momma. I pray you have a happy and healthy pregnancy. ;)
    Many Blessings,
    Molly

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  23. CarlaMonday, August 16, 2010

    I love how you moved around this statue and gave us every angle. Wonderful photography. Carla

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  24. Robin's Nesting PlaceFriday, August 20, 2010

    I would love to come to your barn sale!

    Congratulations on this new little blessing! I pray for a healthy and safe pregnancy and delivery.

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