(message of appreciation sent 4/14)
We first visited "The Mount" about 5 years ago, when the interior was mostly distressed. I had read a few of Edith's books, including the book on interior decoration so I was fascinated by the home and surroundings. Back again last year, we were so happy to see the gardens refurbished and more interior rooms decorated. Just walking up to the house through those tall trees is heavenly! It is a crime to let this house go!
Sincerely,
Colette Malik
Monday, April 14, 2008
Visited the house.
(posted 4/14 by a supporter)
Visited the house on a trip (sponsored) through the New York Public Library and was charmed completely. Hope it all works out!!!
Cheryl Ringelheim
Queens Legal
Visited the house on a trip (sponsored) through the New York Public Library and was charmed completely. Hope it all works out!!!
Cheryl Ringelheim
Queens Legal
From the Mount
Good morning! Thank you all for your continued responses. On Saturday, April 12th, the New York Times ran a very entertaining Op-Ed piece by Brock Clarke, author of An Arsonist's Guide to Writers' Homes in New England. I won't spoil the piece for you, but if you haven't yet read it, check it out! Sounds like the gauntlet has been thrown by Mr. Clarke. Do New Yorkers wish to "reclaim from Massachusetts the mantle of regional superiority"? Do New Englanders wish to be "thought of as doomed, taciturn mopes"?
Thanks to Mr. Clarke for such a provocative read and the Times for running it. Let us know what you think!
The Mount
Thanks to Mr. Clarke for such a provocative read and the Times for running it. Let us know what you think!
The Mount
Sunday, April 13, 2008
A Dream Not Yet Realized
(posted April 10th)
For years it has been my dream to visit The Mount.
When the website came out, I was thrilled to finally see it in photographs. I could visualize my walks through those hallowed halls. Dreaming of the day or two that could be spent wandering through the Edith Wharton's inspiration.
There's a lump in my throat. Now that retreat may be lost. I fear I'll never see it.
To every writer out there, please pledge your support.
Sincerely,
Karen Grooms
Writer
Poulsbo, Washington
For years it has been my dream to visit The Mount.
When the website came out, I was thrilled to finally see it in photographs. I could visualize my walks through those hallowed halls. Dreaming of the day or two that could be spent wandering through the Edith Wharton's inspiration.
There's a lump in my throat. Now that retreat may be lost. I fear I'll never see it.
To every writer out there, please pledge your support.
Sincerely,
Karen Grooms
Writer
Poulsbo, Washington
My daughter's wedding
(posted on March 26th)
My daughter, Ivy Vale, was married in the most beautiful wedding ceremony in the garden at the Mount. She made her entry in a horse drawn carriage, with her father at her side with the music from "Gone With the Wind" playing. This was her dream and we were so happy to be able to have it come true at The Mount. The year was 1988, and it took a great deal of "fixing up" to be able to use the mansion and the grounds to full effect. We have wonderful memories, with thanks to Edith Wharton.
Nancy Vale, Stockbridge, MA and New York City.
My daughter, Ivy Vale, was married in the most beautiful wedding ceremony in the garden at the Mount. She made her entry in a horse drawn carriage, with her father at her side with the music from "Gone With the Wind" playing. This was her dream and we were so happy to be able to have it come true at The Mount. The year was 1988, and it took a great deal of "fixing up" to be able to use the mansion and the grounds to full effect. We have wonderful memories, with thanks to Edith Wharton.
Nancy Vale, Stockbridge, MA and New York City.
Our book group
(posted by a supporter on March 25th)
Our book group (an eclectic, smart, fun-loving bunch of middle-aged women from Stanfordville, Wassaic, Pine Plains, Clinton Corners and Red Hook, New York) decided in February to read Edith Wharton's The Age of Innocence and to visit The Mount as part of our May book club meeting. While listening to NPR one morning, I heard the story about the financial problems there and emailed our group to ask if anyone would be interested in pledging to help save The Mount. We were all excited about the prospect of reading this classic literature and being able to take a field trip to visit and enjoy the beautiful house and gardens as part of our Edith Wharton experience. How sad to finally "discover" Edith Wharton, practically in our backyards, and then suddenly lose out and not be able to visit this literary treasure.
Today I made a pledge on behalf of our book group. We hopeful that the necessary support will come through and pleased we can help in our small way. We look forward to visiting in May!
Debra Skiver Cardillo
http://www.liveoakmedia.com/
Where Great Children's Books Play Nicely
Our book group (an eclectic, smart, fun-loving bunch of middle-aged women from Stanfordville, Wassaic, Pine Plains, Clinton Corners and Red Hook, New York) decided in February to read Edith Wharton's The Age of Innocence and to visit The Mount as part of our May book club meeting. While listening to NPR one morning, I heard the story about the financial problems there and emailed our group to ask if anyone would be interested in pledging to help save The Mount. We were all excited about the prospect of reading this classic literature and being able to take a field trip to visit and enjoy the beautiful house and gardens as part of our Edith Wharton experience. How sad to finally "discover" Edith Wharton, practically in our backyards, and then suddenly lose out and not be able to visit this literary treasure.
Today I made a pledge on behalf of our book group. We hopeful that the necessary support will come through and pleased we can help in our small way. We look forward to visiting in May!
Debra Skiver Cardillo
http://www.liveoakmedia.com/
Where Great Children's Books Play Nicely
Friday, April 11, 2008
Greetings from The Mount!
Apologies for the temporary silence from the Mount. We are indeed alive and well and have been working hard to keep up with the steady stream of contributions and suggestions that have come to us from near and far. We are fast approaching the $650,000 mark in contributions from over 1,000 friends and supporters and hope everyone will keep spreading the word.
The great news is that the staff and volunteers are actively planning for a May 9th opening. Mark it on your calendars!
We will post details on hours, volunteer opportunities and events planned as soon as we able. We have a tentative line up for the popular lecture series waiting in the wings as well.
For those of you in the New York or Boston area, Hermione Lee is appearing in conjunction with the paperback release of her biography of Edith Wharton at the 92nd Street Y this Sunday, April 13( http://www.92y.org/ ) and at Brookline Booksmiths (http://www.brooklinebooksmith.com/) on April 16. Professor Lee has been very supportive of the Mount and we appreciate her continued help in spreading the word.
While we are thrilled to get moving with real plans for a 2008 season, we fully realize that we still face an April 24th deadline. We hope the more momentum the campaign gains, the greater the chances are we can open for the season. We continue to count on your support and generosity.
Thank you,
The Staff and Volunteers at the Mount
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