Here is a link I came across to Craighall. It has a very interesting account of the history of the Hopes and thought you might like to take a look if you haven’t seen it already.
All the very best,
Mike Hope.
http://www.ajbhope.net/11-craighall-castle-fife-scot/
To see more about the Hope Ancestry and History of the Hope’s of Scotland check the updated main page:
Thanks,
Mike Hope
Just updated the Hope’s page to include a link to Sir Thomas Hope’s Diary from 1633 to 1646.
Just in case you’d like a little light reading?
Also, I am reading the Historic novel Hope Endures by Nigel Trantor which paints a pretty good picture of the life and times of Sir Thomas Hope and the historical figures around that time. I found it especially interesting reading about the Dutch East India Company connection and the various trading negotiations going on around that time.
The enthralling story of Thomas Hope, who counseled three kings through a tumultuous time in Scottish history. The son of an Edinburgh merchant, Hope had a spectacular beginning to his career—at the age of seventeen, he traveled to France to triumph in his first court case and caught the attention of his young king, James VI. It was the beginning of a life at the heart o …more
Just added a link on the Hope Origin page to the Hope’s that branched off from Scotland to form one of the most influential financial and trading companies in Holland, Hope & Co. Henry Hope at one time was the spokes person for William of Orange and one of their most famous clients was Catherine the Great of Russia.
Here is a link I came across to Craighall. It has a very interesting account of the history of the Hopes and thought you might like to take a look if you haven’t seen it already. http://www.ajbhope.net/11-craighall-castle-fife-scot/ All the very best, Mike Hope.
I was messing around with some sounds and found an intro to an old Big Band recording I have, as well as a talking segment from legendary Xavier Cugat where he talks about the joy of bringing people together through music… I added it to the beat mix for this short segment. Hope you like it and I’m working on some extended versions with a Latin/Cuban flavor.
The picture was taken in the colorful town of La Boca, Buenos Ares, Argentina outside of a Tango Cafe…
Thanks for taking a listen and if you like it share it 🙂
Mike-Hope
Hi all,
Just added some cool new products on VIDA
Take a look and let me know what you think…
Remove the Wall – Charm Bracelet by Mike-Hope
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Hi all,
Hope you are having a great summer!!
Hermosa Beach by Mike-Hope
Here are the July Redondo Beach Home Sales in our area. If you would like more information on home sales in our area or are thinking of buying or selling a home call Cecily Lee on 310-376-5673 or check out Cecily’s web site at cecilylee.com
Cecily Lee July 2017 Home Sales…
| ADDRESS | SQUARE FT | BED | BATH | YR BUILT | SALES PRICE | DOM | LOT SQ FT | SALE DATE |
| 1112 Beryl St #3 | 1240 | 2 | 1.5 | 1975 | $740,000 | 14 | 26,270 | 07/14/17 |
| 216 N Lucia Av #B | 2650 | 4 | 2.5 | 2007 | $1,175,000 | 152 | 5,378 | 07/07/17 |
| 109 S Guadalupe Av #A | 2706 | 4 | 2.5 | 1989 | $1,185,000 | 7 | 8,964 | 07/28/17 |
| 508 N Lucia Ave #A | 2239 | 4 | 2.5 | 2007 | $1,235,000 | 18 | 6,639 | 07/10/17 |
| 511 N Maria Av #A | 2417 | 4 | 2.5 | 2004 | $1,316,250 | 23 | 6,624 | 07/11/17 |
| 610 N Juanita Av #B | 2379 | 4 | 3.5 | 2015 | $1,549,000 | 0 | 5,996 | 07/18/17 |
| 1101 Diamond | 2850 | 4 | 4 | 2017 | $1,695,000 | 46 | — | 07/10/17 |
| ADDRESS | SQUARE FT | BED | BATH | YR BUILT | SALES PRICE | DOM | LOT SQ FT | SALE DATE |
| 412 N Prospect Av | 1,760 | 5 | 4 | 1965 | $975,000 | 31 | 2,898 | 07/14/17 |
| 326 N Prospect Av | 1563 | 3 | 2 | 1960 | $1,025,000 | 38 | 5,550 | 07/14/17 |
| 602 N Irena Ave | 874 | 2 | 1 | 1953 | $1,313,000 | 2 | 6,035 | 07/21/17 |
| 602 N Irena Ave | 874 | 2 | 1 | 1953 | $1,319,000 | 0 | 6,035 | 07/28/17 |
Information is deemed reliable, but not guaranteed.
Cecily Lee, Redondo Beach Realtor, Redondo Beach Homes for Sale and Redondo Beach CA Real Estate.
Thanks for taking a look,
Mike-Hope
A Grand Canyon early morning shot just as the sun was coming over the east rim and reworked with filtered effect to enhance the mood. Hope you like it…
Grand Canyon Awakening by Mike-Hope
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Mike-Hope
Mike Hope on Redondo Beach 