Monthly Archives: December 2009

There is nothing like creating new Christmas traditions. This year, our family is all together in a far away location and it is, um, rather rustic.

We were able to go and cut down our own Christmas tree out in the snowy forest. Yes, we are environmentally friendly and paid the fee to chop it down in the “proper” place. And it is the perrrrfecct tree.

And, it took a lot of hard work and effort…..some of us had to take a break from all of the action.

But, it was a collaborative effort.

The Senator’s daughter had the final say…..

And, the Senator had the saw….

Merry! Merry!  Everyone!

Recovery

Recently, I was in charge of planning a big event that would benefit the Art Museum in my city.  Of course, it is all a blur now…the planning, the coordinating, more planning and more coordinating.  So,   who other than the Senator to capture all of the details with photographs so I would have fond memories to share.  It would never occur to me to take pictures of all this floral beauty, which is why I have him around.
These were the tables in the dining room. I think I could bathe in those blue hydrangeas. Really.  Some people like rose petals…for me, it’s the blue hydrangeas.

These arrangements covered the doorways.
And, this is a closer look at the flowers above the door along with the crown.  They sat on tables near the entrance to the event.  Shhh.  Don’t tell, but I took that centerpiece home with me.
This masterpiece hung above the fireplace.  There was a royal theme going on just in case you hadn’t noticed by now.

And now for the WOW factor…
I think every guest had their portrait taken in front of this Rose Bowlesque type centerpiece. After all, it was the first thing they saw and smelled when they walked in the door.  Those pink lillies hidden in there can really make a room pop with fragrance.
This particular arrangement was too large to fit in the Senator’s car, but don’t think for one minute I didn’t want to attempt it!
Now, on to Christmas!