tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4571340508841427418.post1048242709134512576..comments2024-02-26T00:40:54.494-08:00Comments on Helen Tilston Painter: Threading through lifehelen tilstonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02791882664528962799noreply@blogger.comBlogger50125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4571340508841427418.post-44715692091959734142014-06-27T02:13:27.048-07:002014-06-27T02:13:27.048-07:00Helen, isn't life strange the way things turn ...Helen, isn't life strange the way things turn out. I am thrilled for you that you have found a home in a part of Ireland that is special to you. I hope you will let us have a little peek when the time is ready. Enjoy the rest of your holiday, and good luck with your house plans. All my love, Linda xxflowers on my tablehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11134447944633072349noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4571340508841427418.post-3986690498607834842014-06-16T16:59:58.169-07:002014-06-16T16:59:58.169-07:00How wonderful to travel to these amazing places! I...How wonderful to travel to these amazing places! It's my dream to spend time in Italy. I always thought if I went, I would want to spend a month or more. If I'm going to dream...I'll dream big! Love seeing your beautiful photos my friend! Sweet hugs, Diane~Lavender Dreamer~https://www.blogger.com/profile/06298191144517740164noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4571340508841427418.post-14783082837471802912014-06-16T11:42:56.030-07:002014-06-16T11:42:56.030-07:00Hello Suman
We share a love for similar places. ...Hello Suman<br /><br />We share a love for similar places. We are looking forward to settling into our house and doing some decorating. Fortunately we do not have to do any renovations I have been thinking of you and look forward to hearing all about your new above and relocation. Fond wishes<br /><br />Helen xxhelen tilstonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02791882664528962799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4571340508841427418.post-53883775935048104922014-06-16T11:38:16.505-07:002014-06-16T11:38:16.505-07:00Dearest Jane and Lance
Like you, I need very litt...Dearest Jane and Lance<br /><br />Like you, I need very little arm twisting when Florence or Tuscany is mentioned. <br />We are enjoying our new to us house. There is some work to be done, primarily cosmetic. All is good time. <br />I am looking forward to seeing Mise and her beautiful girls again soon. Tea, scones and the Aga remind me of Mise. I am sure she would bake an extra batch if she knew you were coming.<br /><br />Helen xx <br />Ihelen tilstonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02791882664528962799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4571340508841427418.post-87970436607319902342014-06-16T04:43:41.139-07:002014-06-16T04:43:41.139-07:00Hello Gillian
You must go to Florence and I am sur...Hello Gillian<br />You must go to Florence and I am sure the guide book presented to you by your dear mother some fifty years ago is still relevant.<br />We are keeping busy, painting and dusting our new home. <br />Have a glorious week<br />Helen xxhelen tilstonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02791882664528962799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4571340508841427418.post-85449545309925528322014-06-16T04:41:35.348-07:002014-06-16T04:41:35.348-07:00Hello Sapphire
Florence is always wonderful. It w...Hello Sapphire<br />Florence is always wonderful. It was particularly exciting during the Biennale and felt like the Olympics. Exhibiting beside so many painters from all over the world was very special. Some good friendships were formed too. I wear a hat for protection from the sun but I also enjoy wearing hats. <br />Hope life is wonderful with you<br />Helenxhelen tilstonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02791882664528962799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4571340508841427418.post-88388211455050162622014-06-16T04:38:56.717-07:002014-06-16T04:38:56.717-07:00Hello Becky
Yes indeed exciting pretty well descr...Hello Becky<br /><br />Yes indeed exciting pretty well describes it. Thank you for stopping in.<br />Hope life is wonderful for you<br />Helenxhelen tilstonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02791882664528962799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4571340508841427418.post-31578101823113557182014-06-16T04:37:49.975-07:002014-06-16T04:37:49.975-07:00Dear Sanda
Your warm and special good wishes are ...Dear Sanda<br /><br />Your warm and special good wishes are most welcome. Thank you.<br />We are having fun making it our place. All in good time and we are having fun discovering place to eat and picnic<br /><br />Helenxhelen tilstonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02791882664528962799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4571340508841427418.post-30469978731245793962014-06-16T04:36:08.146-07:002014-06-16T04:36:08.146-07:00Hello Jane
We are very happy to have a little hom...Hello Jane<br /><br />We are very happy to have a little home here and thank you for your good wishes. I hope you have having a wonderful summer<br /><br />Helen xhelen tilstonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02791882664528962799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4571340508841427418.post-34386214714495635312014-06-16T04:35:07.355-07:002014-06-16T04:35:07.355-07:00Dear Kirk
Thanks for your good wishes
If you are ...Dear Kirk<br />Thanks for your good wishes<br /><br />If you are ever in the Youghal area, please contact us and let's meet.<br />I did not go to the Church of Santa Croce this visit. It is spectacular and I promised I would visit next time.<br />I am happy you have the opportunity to visit Florence.<br /><br />Helen xhelen tilstonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02791882664528962799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4571340508841427418.post-88617987155146853972014-06-16T04:26:52.557-07:002014-06-16T04:26:52.557-07:00Hello Patricia
Sorry to hear you had to cancel you...Hello Patricia<br />Sorry to hear you had to cancel your trip to Florence. I hope you get to go very soon. It is good for the soul and mind. We are delighted with our little house and have lots to keep us busy but all in good time. <br />It is nice you have a wedding to look forward to and glad your daughter in law is sweet. <br />Helen xxhelen tilstonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02791882664528962799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4571340508841427418.post-53317222591894338922014-06-16T04:24:04.559-07:002014-06-16T04:24:04.559-07:00Dear Mona
I have missed your posts too and words ...Dear Mona<br /><br />I have missed your posts too and words of wisdom. I have thought of you often while here in Youghal. Our garden backs on to the historical town wall (over 1,000 yrs old) and there are many feral cats who perch on the wall and sun themselves each evening. They amuse us greatly and our dog Spice Girl is very tolent of them. Helen xxhelen tilstonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02791882664528962799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4571340508841427418.post-35262008290358045202014-06-16T04:21:56.990-07:002014-06-16T04:21:56.990-07:00Hello Hilary
It sounds like you have been to Yough...Hello Hilary<br />It sounds like you have been to Youghal. It is a picturesque town and we love it. I would be very happy to connect with the Youghal blogger. That would be exciting.<br /><br />Helen xxhelen tilstonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02791882664528962799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4571340508841427418.post-2346721486395085572014-06-16T04:20:24.214-07:002014-06-16T04:20:24.214-07:00Dearest Mise
Thank you for the warm words and wel...Dearest Mise<br /><br />Thank you for the warm words and welcome. I will look forward to seeing you again soon. We are long overdue a few cups of tea and some fairy cakes. Helen xxhelen tilstonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02791882664528962799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4571340508841427418.post-88747664569067253932014-06-16T04:18:54.901-07:002014-06-16T04:18:54.901-07:00Hello Loree and I am sure Florence misses you Tim...Hello Loree and I am sure Florence misses you Time to pack the bag and visit. It does the heart good<br />Helen xxhelen tilstonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02791882664528962799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4571340508841427418.post-6010723385635753812014-06-16T04:17:44.542-07:002014-06-16T04:17:44.542-07:00Hello Olympia
I can sense and feel your passion fo...Hello Olympia<br />I can sense and feel your passion for Firenze. It is a place that captures the heart. It is great being back in Ireland and owning our own little house. There is lots to do and friends to invite over. The sun is shining and the sea is blue today. <br />Wishing you a week of joy<br /><br />Helenxhelen tilstonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02791882664528962799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4571340508841427418.post-70109097219246574762014-06-16T03:26:07.671-07:002014-06-16T03:26:07.671-07:00Florence and Ireland - oh how they make me dream! ...Florence and Ireland - oh how they make me dream! And nothing like having a little cottage of one's own in such enchanting places. Your pictures are a breath of fresh air, dear Helen, particularly when I'm caught in a tangled whirlpool of relocation and work.<br /><br />Have a lovely week.<br />SumanSumanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11251497690649264925noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4571340508841427418.post-68423112478865295192014-06-16T03:05:31.118-07:002014-06-16T03:05:31.118-07:00Hello Helen,
What a fabulous reason you had to re...Hello Helen,<br /><br />What a fabulous reason you had to return to Florence, such a magical city!<br /><br />And, what exciting news of your new house purchase. This looks to be a most beautiful part of the country in which to live and somewhere which will surely bring you great joy and peace. We wish you every happiness there.<br /><br />And, perhaps we shall see more of you and darling Mise on our screens as you enjoy frequent blogger meet ups over tea, scones and the Aga?!Jane and Lance Hattatthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16831890261259302647noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4571340508841427418.post-76794234166682214222014-06-15T15:28:08.795-07:002014-06-15T15:28:08.795-07:00Hello Jen
Thanks for your good wishes and for tak...Hello Jen<br /><br />Thanks for your good wishes and for taking an interest in our new home.<br />Hope all is great in your life<br /><br />Helen xxhelen tilstonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02791882664528962799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4571340508841427418.post-21184811316970627542014-06-15T15:26:22.917-07:002014-06-15T15:26:22.917-07:00Hello Joel and Jackie
Thank you for visiting. I ...Hello Joel and Jackie<br /><br />Thank you for visiting. I hope you are home safely following your Greek holiday. We are settling in and getting some work completed. It is fun and we are not rushing. Too many fun time to be had<br />Helen xxhelen tilstonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02791882664528962799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4571340508841427418.post-60084636280309171242014-06-15T15:23:59.641-07:002014-06-15T15:23:59.641-07:00Hello Louise
Thanks for your good wishes I will ...Hello Louise<br /><br />Thanks for your good wishes I will indeed post pictures once the dust settles here. Florence was a short visit but much enjoyed.<br /><br />Have a great week<br /><br />helen xxhelen tilstonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02791882664528962799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4571340508841427418.post-2153864307379554092014-06-15T15:21:47.940-07:002014-06-15T15:21:47.940-07:00Dear Madelief
Italy is indeed beautiful in so man...Dear Madelief<br /><br />Italy is indeed beautiful in so many ways. I have always felt a great love for the people and country. I need only the slightest excuse to travel there. The Biennale was thrilling and some great connections were made.<br />Hope you are settling back to life in Holland following your travels.<br />Helen xxhelen tilstonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02791882664528962799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4571340508841427418.post-41460982738637343822014-06-15T15:18:28.213-07:002014-06-15T15:18:28.213-07:00Hello Jenny
The Florence Biennale is a spectacula...Hello Jenny<br /><br />The Florence Biennale is a spectacular event, held every two years. It is likened to the Olympics of the art world. We are loving our new (old) house and settling in slowly<br /><br />Hope your week is special<br /><br />Helen xxhelen tilstonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02791882664528962799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4571340508841427418.post-67994218056505426892014-06-15T15:16:13.681-07:002014-06-15T15:16:13.681-07:00Dear Loi
I think you started a trend!!! By buying...Dear Loi<br /><br />I think you started a trend!!! By buying a second home. Thanks for your good wishes. Lots of fun and plans are being drawn up.<br />Have a glorius week<br />Helenxxhelen tilstonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02791882664528962799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4571340508841427418.post-84821960396227495062014-06-15T15:13:16.736-07:002014-06-15T15:13:16.736-07:00Hello Poppy
It is lovely to see your smiling face...Hello Poppy<br /><br />It is lovely to see your smiling face here. We are having lots of fun and joy settling in and catching up with friends and family. Florence is always a joy to visit and I never seem to have enough time there.<br />Hope your week is special<br /><br />Helen xxhelen tilstonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02791882664528962799noreply@blogger.com