Life Is Full of Sweet Spots

“Thanks for this day,

for all birds safe in their nest,

for whatever this is,

for life.”

—Barbara Kingsolver

“Some Christmas tree ornaments do more than glitter and glow, they represent a gift of love given a long time ago.” — Tom Baker

“Luxury must be comfortable. Otherwise it is not luxury.” — Coco Chanel

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Landscape artist Carole Maynard of Old Saybrook, Conn., uses a combination of nature and such antique items as beaded purses to create charming ornaments for her 2019 Florence Griswold Museum Magic of Christmas holiday tree. ~ Photos by Mary O’Connor

© 2019