Life brings us into many seasons. This blog represents the Sterling Season. It is a season for all people in any age. It is a season of quality and weathered polish. Like many blogs it is simply one person's outlet -- a commentary on style, beauty, wonder, life and love.
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Azalea Trail
Spring has sprung in the Coastal South. We may not have mountains but we have a glorious spring. From Houston to Pensacola, the Azaleas -- huge glorious flowering bushes -- will be smiling on the South. So come on down and enjoy.
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Etiquette and Style
"Using the combination of good intent and etiquette will change the way you see people, and the way they see you." That is a sentence I read on a website titled the Gentleman's Way.
I agree that knowledge of etiquette allows you to confidently and kindly express yourself. It is proper etiquette that gave Gene Kelly the confidence to gracefully saunter across the room in a Hitchcock film, or gave Audrey Hepburn her timeless charm in Roman Holiday. Indeed it is etiquette that gives any of us the ability to carry ourselves gracefully through life.
Of course etiquette sometimes gets a bad name. Some people use the rules to point out their own intelligence and other's ignorance. People use it to prove that they are sophisticated or proper. Snobbish application of etiquette only demonstrates that the person has totally missed the point.
Etiquette is about how you express your kindness and love for others. It is about removing distractions from the conversations that you have with others. It is not about you, it is about them -- doing the right thing in a given situation shows that you care. So show the love, check out the Gentleman's Way. You can also check out this book. It works very well.
I agree that knowledge of etiquette allows you to confidently and kindly express yourself. It is proper etiquette that gave Gene Kelly the confidence to gracefully saunter across the room in a Hitchcock film, or gave Audrey Hepburn her timeless charm in Roman Holiday. Indeed it is etiquette that gives any of us the ability to carry ourselves gracefully through life.
Of course etiquette sometimes gets a bad name. Some people use the rules to point out their own intelligence and other's ignorance. People use it to prove that they are sophisticated or proper. Snobbish application of etiquette only demonstrates that the person has totally missed the point.
Etiquette is about how you express your kindness and love for others. It is about removing distractions from the conversations that you have with others. It is not about you, it is about them -- doing the right thing in a given situation shows that you care. So show the love, check out the Gentleman's Way. You can also check out this book. It works very well.
Monday, February 14, 2011
Sunday, February 13, 2011
A. Hays Town a Gentleman and an Architect
A. Hays Town was a Louisiana architect. By all accounts he was a wonderful gentleman who knew how to express his own style and confidence in the homes he designed. It certainly shows through in the work that he has left behind. He is another fine example of knowing yourself and communicating that expression in the work that you perform.
Albert Hays Town:Obituary
Saturday, February 12, 2011
Carry Yourself with Confidence
This is a good book not only for focusing on the clothes you wear, but also it forces you to focus on your entire image. It is well thought out, giving us an understanding that the image we present is critical to making sure that the world understands our authentic selves. As the author suggests, confidently projecting your image in the world starts with knowing yourself. This book is a great book for reinforcing the confidence to live life with an understated elegance.
Friday, February 11, 2011
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
The Final Episode of Friday Night Lights
If you subscribe to Direct TV then the final episode of the series Friday Night Lights airs tonight on Channel 101. It has been a wonderful show. The story line explores the characters and pulls you into a world of triumph and defeat (and sometimes both at the same time). The football coach is more of a life coach, and the lives that get portrayed are inspirational stories of overcoming adversity to be our best. Enjoy this montage of Tim Riggins. Be sure to turn up your volume, the speech that Coach Taylor is giving in the background is very moving. And for those who do not have Direct TV, NBC will begin airing the final season on April 15th. Its a great season don't miss it.
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