Tag Archives: London

The Sights Along Whitehall

Posted on July 31, 2013 by FLG

In honor of Prince George’s birth, furrylittlegnome will keep her readers in London.  This week, we take a walk along Whitehall – a grand, historical road full of sights and sounds. We begin at the Westminster Tube Stop – take the Circle … Continue reading →

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A Royal Home – Kensington Palace

Posted on July 11, 2013 by FLG

In honor of Prince William and Catherine Middleton becoming first-time parents any day now, furrylittlegnome thought it would be most fitting for all of you to get a glimpse of their home: Kensington Palace. Located in West London, in the … Continue reading →

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Big Ben. Parliament.

Posted on February 1, 2013 by FLG

Upon exiting the Westminster tube stop, gnomes get a glimpse of the London Eye that greets you. Crossing the River Thames, you can capture this shot of Britain’s iconic Parliament building. Yes, friends, it was cold and gloomy the last … Continue reading →

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Furrylittlegnome Looks Out from Within

Posted on January 23, 2013 by FLG

Looking outside from inside the Tower of London

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More Foreign Favorites Courtesy of Furrylittlegnome

Posted on January 17, 2013 by FLG

Two of furrylittlegnome’s favorite department stores are foreign and are always included for one or two visits on her itinerary whenever she is in Paris or London. Here is a quick glimpse of each. Galeries Lafayette 40, blvd Haussmann Paris … Continue reading →

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Sketches of an Icon

Posted on December 7, 2012 by FLG

From March until early November of this year, Kensington Palace was home to some wonderful color, and furrylittlegnome got to view it firsthand.  An exhibit titled “Diana:  Glimpses of a Modern Dress” showcased some of the late Princess of Wales’s … Continue reading →

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Victoria and Albert

Posted on November 29, 2012 by FLG

When you visit London, one thing that stands out are all of the wonderful memorials and landmarks dedicated to the military and to members of the royal family scattered throughout this historical city.  When furrylittlegnome visits, she likes to make … Continue reading →

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Foreign Favorites

Posted on September 27, 2012 by FLG

Over many months, readers of furrylittlegnome have learned that gnome is petite and on the thin side.  She doesn’t like big meals, enjoys sweets, and is more of a grazer.  For someone who is not a fan of it, gnome thinks about food – a lot. … Continue reading →

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Squares Around the World

Posted on September 6, 2012 by FLG

Furrylittlegnome loves to travel.  When she was thinking about what to blog about this week, she had many locations in mind.  Then, it came to her.  What do places in America and beyond have in common?  Squares! We’re going to start … Continue reading →

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My Favorite Scents

Posted on June 17, 2012 by FLG

Jeanne Lanvin Perfume by Lanvin Lanvin is the oldest fashion house in Paris. Jeanne Lanvin started the company in 1889 as a milliner but expanded to clothing after customers admired the outfits she made for her daughter. This fragrance, created … Continue reading →

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