London Calling

Many of you know I recently spent over a week in London, England.   The one souvenir I really wanted to bring back with me was a “Keep Calm and Carry On” sign or print.   During World War II, the British government commissioned this poster to be posted as an encouragement for the Brits to keep a stiff upper lip during the harsh wartime period.   I’ve seen this a lot in decorating magazines lately – probably a retro revival due to the current economic recession.  Of course, I thought it would be easy to find there – but NO!  I only found a single coffee cup bearing this saying, and I really wanted something to hang on the wall. Keep Calm and Carry On Blue via London Calling

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