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Utterly ENCHANTING, Jolene...have the most wonderful holiday. And thank you for ALL the Time Travel delights this year...you and your writing have been one of the greatest gifts of the year. Much ❤️xxxCb

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Ooh thank you for the book recommendation. Please take me to see the dollhouse when I come to visit. Enjoy your break ~ well deserved! 🌟

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Dec 17, 2023Liked by Jolene Handy

Thank you, Jolene! I hope that if they can, people will visit (or re-visit) Colleen's astonishing castle at the MSI! And watch the films of hers that remain available today!

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I’d totally forgotten about that amazing dollhouse at the museum- but then there’s so much that’s inspiring there and it truly stretches the boundaries of Science & Industry (from an intact U boat to a dolls house is pretty broad).

Happy Holidays from Sabrina and I, Jolene!

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This was a magical ride back to childhood afternoons spent at the MSI! What a treat to read about the history of this especially amazing exhibit. (I always loved staring endlessly at the hatchling chicks, too.)

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I have been obsessed with Colleen's dollhouse since I first read about it years ago -- I would love to see it in person, I bet it is just as enchanting as you describe, Jolene! When I was researching a past post on my love of miniatures, I came across some really lovely scholarly writing on Colleen's castle that I'll have to dig up and revisit. And definitely adding Rooney's book to my TBR list!

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Isn’t it weird that there are TWO museums in Chicago with dollhouses with no dolls inside them? 🤔

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Jan 2Liked by Jolene Handy

Happy New Year! My girls had a terrific time with you!! I now must get Kathleen Rooney's book! The Fairy Castle has always been my favorite thing to visit at the MSI.

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Dec 24, 2023Liked by Jolene Handy

Happy holidays, Jolene.

I'm now eyeing that book up as a gift for my mum. I think she'd love it! (And then I can read it after 😉)

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Dec 20, 2023Liked by Jolene Handy

merry merry merry, jolene!! thanks for sharing the inspiring fair castles, those sweet snow-dusted cheeky boys, the chocolate tour and for everything you do & celebrate with us all!!!

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You've just prompted me to add this museum to list of places I want to visit I would love to see that dollhouse!

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Arrived in Spain late yesterday. The Irish Bakery is arriving today! 🎄

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What an amazing dolls house. It sounds like you could spend an age marveling at the wonderful miniature decor. Thank you for your words this year. It’s been a joy to discover you! Have a lovely Christmas and a relaxing break.

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Dec 18, 2023Liked by Jolene Handy

What a delightful post! Wishing you lots of light and energy and delicious food in the new year✨✨✨

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Wishing you and yours a very happy and Blessed Yule and wonderful new year!

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Oh, Jolene! Thank you so much for this wonderful recommendation. I am ordering Kathleen's book today! And thank you for the Cookie of the Season and the Chocolate Tour. You are a force for goodness, beauty and culinary loveliness in this world. Thank you for everything you do for the community. Enjoy your holidays and January sabbatical. Looking forward to reading more in 2024. Love, Jamie

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