She was the most excellent woman I had ever met. She and I hit it off when I was a young 17-year-old girl. Ms. Duke always called my mom and asked if she'd mind if she could see me. My mom loved her so much, and they even spoke about humanitarian aid. Ms. Duke helped my mom, who devoted her life to humanitarian aid worldwide. My grandfather made pearls for her, one of a kind. It was shocking when she asked my mother about a set of pearls she was wearing. That's when we learned of that, as my grandfather was the man who made one-of-a-kind design jewelry introducing pearls to the Japanese and making so many different styles for many. He also was the one if you're wearing an Eternity band made the first in the world. I'm thrilled I have the first he made. Ms. Duke became an essential part of my life, and confident decisions, I'd ask her advice. It breaks my heart what the state of New Jersey has been endlessly doing to her estate, the grounds that she loved so dearly, the fantastic trees she had flown in from Africa and planted so perfectly. I'll often go quietly and sit and remember those beautiful moments of having the pleasure of knowing the real woman behind certain people's beliefs. There are so many things people aren't aware of that she deserves credit for, and the state has some nerve-damaging what could have been a fantastic historical history lesson and more. I miss her dearly. Was she close to her family? I'll never speak regarding that. She lived very down-to-earth often; she'd even randomly leave her house and enjoy the people who came to visit her beautiful greenhouses. I remember the first time I saw her do it and the faces of shock and amazement on people's faces. She wasn't what people assumed she was in any sense or did she care much for having to be privately protected 247. I remember a real woman human being. Money is nice, but there are many things it can't buy; it can't bring joy and happiness. She often said sure thing's like that to me. I am grateful for certain parts of the 80s, and when she suddenly passed away, I was on the road. I also thank her for the advice she gave me on that one. She'd always wear wonderfully dressed, always Ms. Duke looked even in her long flowing dresses she'd wear relaxing, and her lovely sportswear. She brought me my frist amazing Ralph Lauren sweater. I cherish every moment, good or sad, when around her.

Doris Duke was a great person. Is this place free for the general public?

@denisearriaga2347

4 жыл бұрын

Yes, it is. They have a cafe, you can rent bikes or bring your own (helmuts must be worn). I can spend a full day here, or at least a half!

I live right near this place and never went there

@MyLife3636

Жыл бұрын

Same! My maiden name was Duke, but no relation. I grew up in Hillsborough.

@TheLjdequina

Жыл бұрын

@@MyLife3636 I've been working in Hillsborough for the past 5 years, and yesterday was my first time discovering this gem. This is going to be my new lunch spot.

the satellite controllers are still burning my face and teeth: the satellite numbers :31,26,22,32,.03,16,04,25,29,01,21,06, in indianapolis indiana

To bad it’s in Jersey

@denisearriaga2347

4 жыл бұрын

I'm guessing you've never been to Jersey by that comment lol

@xeokym223

3 жыл бұрын

It's not called the Garden State for nothing. Regardless of all the stereotypical crap you hear about it, there's a LOT of beautiful countryside, farms, parks, nature preserves, etc.

@your_mother_likes_geography

3 жыл бұрын

I live in NJ, and I'm honored by that comment. Thank you! :)

@proudafricanamerican7586

Жыл бұрын

Huh? I love jersey’s trails… very peaceful

the satellite controllers are still burning my face and teeth: the satellite numbers :31,26,22,32,.03,16,04,25,29,01,21,06, in indianapolis indiana

the satellite controllers are still burning my face and teeth: the satellite numbers :31,26,22,32,.03,16,04,25,29,01,21,06, in indianapolis indiana

the satellite controllers are still burning my face and teeth: the satellite numbers :31,26,22,32,.03,16,04,25,29,01,21,06, in indianapolis indiana

the satellite controllers are still burning my face and teeth: the satellite numbers :31,26,22,32,.03,16,04,25,29,01,21,06, in indianapolis indiana