Winter in the Country

 

Life In The Country 

Series #11


Here we are again this week, heading into the country for some decorating inspiration and fun fiction!

**For those new to my blog, you will need your imagination....oh and....your wellington boots!**

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You will remember from last week I was touring my brand new purchase up in Ireland.

This week, family matters call and I am off to our family seat in Somerset, England.

I am so looking forward to my visit and stay with my elderly grandfather,  

His Grace The Earl of Bristol.

flickr (HailstonesinAfrica)  Culzean Castle

  I am his only relative and yes, making me the future Countess of this grand estate.

We have excellent security on the property.

Any and all personal matters of the family are keep private and confidential, and are for his eyes only.

If I didn't know better I would think he works for Scotland Yard and not Grandpapa.

He just goes by the name of.....Bond.

I packed lots of warm clothing, the house does tend to get a bit chilly and drafty.

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 Will make sure the fireplaces are lit in each room.

Gustavian Style

Now that the house is starting to warm up,

I will head out to the local market for flowers.

  Each room in the house should have fresh flowers.

Since the journey from Ireland to England was a short one,

I am not feeling any jet lag side effects, therefore will skip an afternoon rest.

But will grab my boots and head out to the stables.

I tacked up the horses and gave a call to a few close friends for a ride and a weekend stay.

 My good friends the Duke and Duchess of Bathshire, will be joining us for dinner and the weekend.

Hope they like their quarters.

My sea faring friends the Baron and Baroness of Hastings, will enjoy the weekend in the country.

First to arrive was my oldest pal, the Dowagar Duchess of Downton.
What a hoot she is!

Although, she can get a bit fussy
and requires a bit more of my staff's attention than any of my other guess,
  .......I believe it is quite okay with them I am sure.

 Last to arrive, and might I say I was quite surprised by their visit,
was the Count and Countess of Bon Temp, visiting from France.

While my guests are settling in and unpacking,
I take a quick round through the house to make sure that the heat has spread into each floor.

After running up and down all these stairs, will take a short rest.....and maybe a little soak.

A quick little swim....

Outside the snow is fall, temperatures are below freezing,

but inside I have the warmth of family and friends,
and look forward to a fantastic weekend.

Diane

All pictures are tumblr except otherwise indicated.

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I will be linking up with these parties

Wow us Wednesday at Savvy Southern Style

Pearls and Lace Thursday at Faith, Grace and Crafts 
Open House Party at No Minimalist Here
 Potpourri Friday at 2805

Feathered Nest Friday at French Country Cottage
Show and Tell Friday at My Romantic Home
Pink Saturday at How Sweet The Sound