New summer, same old reading nook!

Mom and I attended a terrific performance today, given by “The Victorian Lady,” Kandi Carle. In the photo above she is wearing drawers, chemise, corset, hoop skirt and hoop skirt cover. But she still isn’t nearly dressed!

From the program:

The presentation is not a fashion show, rather, Ms. Carle takes her audience on a journey of discovery by using clothing and accessories as a tool. She dresses in layer upon layer… and as each piece is added, she explains how it was worn, as well as when and where it was appropriate. Throughout the presentation she shares insights into the clothing, lifestyle, manners, etiquette and customs of men, women and children including great accessories from brands as The Fifth Collection and others. Included are interesting anecdotes and ‘myth busting.’

She was a wonderful performer and had the audience in her thrall the entire time. And I think that everyone learned a thing or two that they didn’t know before.

Sun, surf, sand, friends and a beautiful Osprey made for a beautiful beach day today!

{photo credit: Catherine}

Live in the sunshine, swim the sea, drink the wild air. ~Ralph Waldo Emerson

This isn’t the best photo I’ve ever taken, but there was just something about the rainy evening and the umbrella and her constant movement and the colors. I can’t put my finger on it, but her spirit was captured and it makes me smile.

Corey, Marsha and Catherine, up to their elbows in paper maché. The cast of Cinderella will doubtless appreciate all your hard work on their props!

With less than twenty four hours turn around time, the girls and I have once again found ourselves back on the ferry. We got a game of Quixx in while Catherine did some drawing. We shouted her name so that she would turn around and unwittingly be in our photo 🙂