One other quick update that really didn't fit into the flow of the story. I wanted to share a picture of the Immortal Museum as it currently stands.
It is on the first basement level. The level below contains a gem collection and all kinds of relics from the family's travels. I'll post a pic of that at another time.
The Immortal Museum is an octagon, just like the house, with each immortal having one wall dedicted to him/her. I have opted for portraits and ice sculptures only, since space is limited and it took Jessica a long time to take decent photos. I'm also including any special awards each immortal received (except for certificates which are in the collection room, one level down.)
There is a smaller octagon in the middle of the room that is reserved for photo's/portraits of each spouse. I am including a single photo or portrait, preferably at the YA or A stage, however Agnes's photo is as an elder. This covers half the wall space. The other half is for Jemma's portraits at each life stage. Again, due to space limitations I have decided not to make ice sculptures of her. There is a small seating area in the middle of the small octagon, from which to admire the spouses/Jemma.
The space around the outside of the small octagon is available for random photos of any family member. I like to have Jessica take candid shots that each immortal can decorate their bedroom with. The overflow goes down here.
Another tradition I have started is having a bridal portrait painted of each immortal. This hangs over the head of their bed and follows them when they move upstairs to make way for the next generation.
It's very much a work in progress. I haven't decided any of the decor for the finished product. In the meantime I'm keeping it to neutrals and earth tones. Hopefully inspiration will strike before the dynasty is done.
