AnnieMame.com
So I picked up the cards today for the blog and decided to give a little meaning behind the name.
For obvious reasons, Annie Mame was derived from Waterbury, Connecticut native, actress Rosiland Russell’s film portrayal of Auntie Mame, and of course I own her biography.
The movie which debuted in 1957, just fits my personality and so I embraced it years ago. Kind of a fairy godmother type creature who tries to sprinkle a little sparkle dust wherever possible and is just a tad “out there, ” yep, that’s me.
My favorite structure bar none is the Chrysler Building in New York City, and of course I have a cookie jar shaped liked the iconic art deco skyscraper.
And because it’s spring in New England I wanted to see how the colors I chose popped against the purples in my yard.
In keeping with my theme of supporting small business in Connecticut, I had them printed at a wonderful shop that has been in business for more than 25 years. It’s called “Two Ems.”
The store in in beautiful downtown Madison, Connecticut. Ask for Margaret, she’ll fix you right up.
