A few years ago this story fell in my lap. I was hunting for something to share over the holidays and piece by piece this came to me. It was as if the story had been waiting to be found and  left a trail of clues for me to follow. “Christmas Spirits” is historical fiction. The two main characters are fictional, the places and people are old New York City are history.

I’ve shared this story in many locations from my church here in Mansfield Center CT. to the elegant Ocean House at Watch Hill, RI. Each time I tell it, someone comments about loving the simple pleasures of Christmas. “Christmas Spirits” is a new classic. You can fall in love with New York City magic and a budding love story.

This week I illustrated the story with posts on my “Christmas Spirits” Pinterest page. If you have heard the story you will love the pictures I found to relate. If you have not heard Christmas Spirits the Pinterest page will put you in the Christmas mood. Here is the link: http://pinterest.com/carolynstearns/christmas-spirits/ember

Who is in the story?

• a President
• Clement Clarke Moore
• a blind woman
• a baseball player
• an organist
• a Burgermeister
• who else? Come listen and see

November and December are the perfect time to book a “Christmas Spirits” performance for your family event, corporate entertainment, civic group party, church, or build a party around it as house concert.  My website is: www.carolynstearnsstoryteller.com

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The water cascading from this fountain was captivating. The flowers in the center of the fountain are a combination of metal and enamel, they are Iris – my favorite.

Nothing says Grand Gardens more than an exquisite fountain as an entry focal point.  Duke Gardens reminded me of a visit long ago to Longwood Gardens in Pa.  Formal gardens with incredible landscape vistas and no shortage of gardeners to keep it looking perfect even as the season is renewed and  so much is to be done.

This is the fountain at the center of that focal point it is joyous and surrounded by seating and beds of flowers to be the burst of color expected in a few short weeks.

A professional photographer and a bride made their way through the gardens capturing perfect memories.

                               AHHHH! Spring is in the air!        www.sarahpdukegardens.org  

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