All of us at Watson Kennedy were so sad to hear of the passing of Nora Ephron a few weeks ago. Over the last few years, she had become a customer of the shops, and we were always tickled to get a call from her assistant looking for a specific item. This is where the domino reference in the subject line comes in. Amazing vintage bone and ivory dominoes to be exact. “Nora is looking for a 6 and a 3,” would be the task at hand, and everyone working that day would begin the hunt through all the bowls we have set around. I knew I always liked Nora Ephron from her movies, but the fact that she had some connection to these beautiful objects, I knew I liked her even more. She will live on in her films, but we will all miss her, and for those calls putting us all into action, hunting for just that right domino for Nora.
Nora Ephron and Dominoes
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Ted….this is so weird. Grant’s working late and I’m at my computer…Sleepless in Seattle on in the background. I’ve seen it a million times, but this time it made me think of my new friend in Seattle. You! Seeing this post about Nora at this moment just makes me smile. And the reference to the hunt for the perfect gift…which a reader recently wrote to me that you helped her do!
Cheers from the East Coast!
xoxo Elizabeth
Hello my friend in Rye! I love that all of that was happening at the same time–Nora must be watching over us:) I have had a small package to send to you that has been on my desk . More smiles. Are you walking the gift show in August for a day? Would love to see you and catch up.
Hope you and your fam are having the best Summer!
xoxo back, Ted
Hi Ted,
Thank you for this post. I was so saddened (and surprised) to learn of Nora’s passing. I have been rereading her books and rewatching her movies with the commentary on so I can hear her voice and learn of the many clever little things she added to her films that I never picked up on before.
I hope someone found the domino with a 6 and a 3!!
Love to you,
Tami
Hi Ted,
I also loved Nora, and knowing she was a customer of yours makes it all the more sweeter. “Sleepless In Seattle” aired awhile back and I cried so hard to think that this wonderful lady that we all loved is gone.
Just wanted to tell you that I love your blog, and love the peek into your life. A few years ago I gave my daughter your red passport holder and she loves it still. I also have beautiful glasses and dishes that I treasure that have been bought at your shop.
Hoping you are here for many many years to come. Seattle wouldn’t be Seattle without you!
Hi Tami! Miss you. She really was one of a kind. Such amazing wit. Sending much love to you, Ted
Hi Patricia. I know, watching her movies now really does have extra special meaning. So happy you are enjoying the daily blog, and merci for the very, very kind words. Ted
There is a single domino with an embossed butterfly on the back of it sitting on my keyboard as I type. It came to me via a package from the Netherlands from a very talented and creative woman who thought it would be fun to include. I think from now on I shall see it and think of Nora Ephron. Just seeing her name associated with a production would guarantee quality. And maybe, just maybe, if I am at a loss for words or thought, I shall hold the domino and hope to be blessed with the caliber of wit and insight Nora Ephron shared with the world.
Mary, you have the best way with words. I adore receiving your comments, as they are so visual. Enjoy your domino always, Ted
Such a great story. I, too, have a bowl of bone and ivory dominos out in our barn room. It makes me like her that much more, hearing this charming story of her looking for specific ones!
joan
Hi Joan! I love that have a bowl at your home. They really are such special & beautiful object. Happy Summer, Ted