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Dear Beau,
And Now He Is Six
...When I was five I was barely alive,
But now I am six! As clever as clever!
And I think I'll stay six now for ever and ever!
....A. A. Milne
Today is Addy's first day of Kindergarten and tomorrow
will be his sixth birthday. I guess it's time to trade in
our Gregorian calendar for the more
useful "Schoolboardian" edition which shows New
Year's Eve as the last day of summer vacation.
Only a year ago he could barely get out on his own...
today he bounds easily out of the truck and heads for
the school. I hope he wont turn to give me his
usual "thumbs-up" sign and catch me crying as I
wave goodbye. Is it the pain of watching him grow-up?
Maybe, but it could be that I just spilled a three dollar,
extra shot latte' into my lap while trying to avoid being
sideswiped by another parent driving the
new "Lamborghini on a Mack Truck Chassis" SUV.
Maybe Nancy should drive to school tomorrow.
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New In The Store |
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This week's short list: a pile of Heywood-Wakefield
theater seat ends, a neat 1950's faux bamboo umbrella
stand, a hammered iron fireplace screen.
A gilt metal vanity stool, an 1880's oak and iron, gothic
revival railroad bench and seven 5' foot-tall tapered
pedestals.
A matched pair of brass, iron and porcelain, 5-light
chandeliers, a copper and leaded glass pendant light, a
1920's silverplated 5-light chandelier.
As usual, much more has come in than I can list here.
Check out the website or stop in and see us for the
whole batch.
Link to Kimball & Bean Web Catalog »
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Fall Herbal Luncheon |
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Come join us for a fabulous fall herbal luncheon at
Kimball & Bean Wednesday October 1, 2003 at 12:00pm.
Celebrated author, herbiere' and gardener Rosemary
Divock will prepare a terrific four-course luncheon using
seasonal herbs from her Wisconsin farm's gardens - all
the while sharing tips on her philosophy of how to live
better and eat healthier while reaping the joys of
gardening.
Lunch will be served outside on the patio - weather
permitting, or inside our historic barn, if not. Each guest
will receive a complete set of the meal's recipes and an
herbal cooking chart.
Seating is limited to 40 so advance reservations are an
absolute must! The ticket price is $28.00 per person.
Please call Kimball & Bean at 815-444-9000 to
reserve your place now.
Buy Rosemary's Book »
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Sunday Farm Stand |
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Sue is going to have a fabulous load of heirloom
tomatoes this week, including my favorites, Kentucky
Purple", "Mr. Stripey" and "Brandywine". She'll
also have great selection of onions including Italian
cippollini. She'll have carrots, squash, beets, cabbage,
zucchini and lots of amazing little fingerling potatoes,
including "Peruvian Purple".
Paul should be back this week after taking the day off
for Dawn's birthday last Sunday. Expect a great mix of
artisanal breads and other sweet and savory treats.
Be sure to stop by this Sunday starting at 12
noon.
Peruvian Purple Potato, Haricot Vert and Edamame Salad »
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McHenry County Antiques Show |
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Come out and see Fifty-five screened dealers from all
over the Midwest at the 21st Annual McHenry County
Antiques Show. Saturday September 6th, 10-5 and
Sunday September 7th, 10-4. ...just down the road
from us at the McHenry County Fairgrounds (corner of
Country Club Rd. and Rte. 47)
Call 815-338-1707 for more info.
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