Celebrating a day of gratitude – remembering all the bountiful blessings that another year has brought. “All of this reminds me that thanksgiving is a debt. It is something we owe. When we bring our thanks before God, we are recognizing Him as the source of every blessing, every protection, every heartbeat, […]
During the past week, I have had the pleasure of celebrating with three dear families in three different states as they rejoiced in their children’s’ wedding celebrations. In the midst of all the wedding festivities, a lovely, gracious Southern lady and Mother to a good friend of mine, departed this earthly life. And what a […]
The town of Dothan, Alabama has many unique amenities, and Maria’s Vineyard is one of its loveliest. Situated on the outskirts of town, this magnificent property is reminiscent of a Tuscan countryside. Maria Cherry had the remarkable vision for creating this vineyard which was started in 1993. Today 42 rows of 12 varieties of organic […]
I apologize to area rosarians about the delay in posting pictures from the rose show held earlier in the season. Nonetheless, the show was a huge success, and I wanted to post the gorgeous entries. Rose enthusiasts were in full force at the 5th annual rose show presented by the Wiregrass Rose Society back […]
Bridgestreet Gallery and Loft was the lovely setting for An Artfelt Event last week in Birmingham. Hosted by P.E.W.S. (Purely Elegant Wedding Statements), the Third Annual Pew decorating competition did an amazing job of seeing where “Local Art and can take Local Weddings”. Wedding and event industry vendors paired their talents with a […]
There is no doubt that my obsession with hydrangeas, particularly limelight hydrangeas, will ever wane. In the oppressive heat of the Southern summer the Limelight hydrangea with its cool, green blooms comes to the rescue! The geographic conditions here in lower Alabama seem to be ideal for the proliferation of these heavenly flowers. In addition, […]
Summer is the season for engagement parties and weddings, and what a lovely bounty of late summer flowers was available for an engagement party that my business partner and I had the pleasure of decorating for. One of the most enjoyable aspects of preparing for the event was having access and cutting rights (of course!) […]
How much grace the gardenia, the Queen of fragrant flowers, bestows on the Southern garden! It is easy to see why they have been a Southern garden staple for generations. Their glossy green foliage, creamy white, velvet-like blossoms, and intoxicating perfume help to create romance in the garden. The garden district home of Kathy and […]
As the 4th draws to a close, and I hear the resonance of fireworks in the distance, I am reminded of the freedoms we are so fortunate to have in our country. I hope, you, too, have reflected on the many things that make our country great. Limelight hydrangea blooms are certainly reason for […]
The month of June has long been associated with wedding and engagement celebrations. Although the wedding of Lynsey Gulledge and John Griffin is several months away, a gorgeous country retreat was the perfect setting to honor this lovely couple over the weekend. The Mother of the bride created an artistic sign to welcome guests […]
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