Tag Archives: swimming pool

Leo Carillo Ranch, Part I

Posted on March 14, 2013 by pearlsandprose

Ever heard of a film called The Gay Desperado? Didn’t think so. How about a fifties television show, The Cisco Kid? Someone by the name of Leo Carillo starred in both, and his ranch is about 25 miles north of … Continue reading →

Posted in photography | Tagged 1930s ranch, bougainvillea, cabana, cactus, cantina, Leo Carillo Ranch, swimming pool | 14 Comments

Dumbarton Oaks, part II

Posted on August 3, 2010 by pearlsandprose

A litle more history about Dumbarton Oaks. Robert Woods Bliss (perfect name for someone who owned all this, huh?) commissioned Igor Stravinsky to compose a concerto for his thirtieth wedding anniversary in 1938. The Concerto in E-flat for chamber orchestra is more commonly … Continue reading →

Posted in architecture, art, gardening | Tagged Beatrix Farrand, brick walkways, Dumbarton Oaks, Georgetown, horseshoe fountain, Igor Stravinsky, loggia, mosaic tiles, music room, pebble garden, Robert Woods Bliss, swimming pool, Washington D.C. | 3 Comments

Rocky in warmer times

Posted on November 6, 2009 by pearlsandprose

In my last post, I talked about how mon petit chien, Rocky, hates the cold weather on the East Coast after growing up in Southern California. These photos show the Rock living the good life, basking in the sun by … Continue reading →

Posted in dogs, Maltese | Tagged beach towel, Giant bird of paradise, Southern California, swimming pool, terra cotta pot | Leave a comment

Tag Archives: swimming pool

Leo Carillo Ranch, Part I

Dumbarton Oaks, part II

Rocky in warmer times

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