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Bookplates, Bats, and Bovines. Oh My.

Posted on May 10, 2015 by Silver in the Barn

When I spied this vintage bookplate, my frugal side reminded me I really don’t need another owl image.  The little bat in the corner, however, proved too much to resist and  I now have an addition to my owl collection. Are you afraid of … Continue reading →

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A Valentine’s Day Scrooge

Posted on February 14, 2015 by Silver in the Barn

Valentine’s Day tends to rouse the dormant Scrooge in me, I have to admit. It’s the ooey-gooeyness of it all that makes me cringe. Lest you think I have a heart of stone, au contraire, I assure you.  I rather … Continue reading →

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Random Silver

Posted on April 11, 2014 by Silver in the Barn

A few silver moments have happened this week: Yesterday I got to hold a brand-new baby boy. A tiny, cooing, smiling, frowning, “urp”-ing bundle of new life.  His “Oma” lives right next door so I should be able to get the occasional … Continue reading →

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