17Dec/100
Au Revoir Buenos Aries
Goodbye Buenos Aires
I spent this week traveling on business to Buenos Aires, Argentina. Traveling this close to the holiday season had me stressed out but what a blessing the trip turned out to be. I spent three days working with some of the nicest, most sincere individuals I have ever met. I am not fluent in Spanish (I only know basic words) and I was worried about my ability to get around easily but everyone was so nice and helpful. While visiting I had dinner and lunch with several different individuals and during these moments I took the time to ask them about the wedding traditions in Buenos Aires. I learned that dancing is a big part of the celebration after the wedding. Argentinian wedding celebrations last for many hours and usually end with a nice dinner.
Bridge of the Woman (meant to look like Tango dancer)
Another tradition I found to be just wonderful is that for New Year's everyone dresses in white. The white is a symbol of peace and is practiced throughout the country. In addition, ladies tend to wear pink undies for love. How sweet. It got me thinking how nice it would be if the US had a tradition where for one day we could stand unified for one really great cause. What could be better than standing up for Peace?
My journey was long and my time in Argentina was short but so enriching. I will never forget the trip and what I gained both professionally and personally. Thanks to everyone for showing me such a great time and taking good care of me!
8Dec/100
Sol y Flor
Sun and Blooms
While visiting Paris in October my wedding planner, Nancy, took me to meet Karine Garillon - owner of a beautiful florist "Sol y Flor in the heart of Paris. Karine will be creating my wedding flower arrangement, including my bouquet. When we walked in to the florist the smell was amazing. Karine informed me that she is very selective of the flowers with which she works. She only works with regionally "in-season" flowers and demands the most fragrant varieties. She does not import flowers choosing to only sell those that are raised in France. She will be creating a bouquet of mixed flowers in varying shades of pink for our wedding day. In addition, Karine will include sprigs of provencal lavendar in my bouquet. Lavender, as posted previously, is one of my most favorite herbs. Just outside the florist were a few lovely rosemary and lavender potted plants. I could'nt resist, I just had to run my fingers through the leaves so I could carry the aromatics with me throughout the day. I am looking so forward to working with Karine. I know she will take the time to create a unique, fragrant, perfect bouquet!
2Dec/100
Verre Rose de la Depression
Pink Depression Glass
Miss America Pattern Compote
Few things remind me more of my childhood than thick, heavy, depression glass. When I was young I had no idea it was something special but I definitely remember seeing it in my grandmother's home as well as the home of many of my great aunts and uncles. The story of Depression Glass is quite interesting. Depression glass is so named because it was made in the United States primarily during the Great Depression — from the middle 1920s through the 1930s. Although the majority of depression glass patterns were made in crystal, colored glass enventually became very popular. In order of their popularity, the top depression glass colors were: pink, green, amber-yellow, cobalt-blue, red-ruby, black, and amethyst. The during its day the glass was oftentimes viewed to be “cheap” or “poor” glass because it was mass manufactured by machine, and often given away as a premium or promotional gift for buying a certain product. It was also used as an incentive gift to get people to buy at a local store, and often could be acquired by saving coupons off of purchases.
American Sweetheart Pattern Platter
There are many patterns that were manufactured to contain all pieces needed for a full dinner service including dinner, salad and bread plates as well as cake plates, butter dishes, serving bowls, etc. Beginning in the late 1960's American's began collecting depression glass. Since that time the value has continued to rise.
Rose of Sharon Pattern Cup and Saucer
I have been collecting pink depression glass for a few months now. I am planning to create an amazing French dessert station at my party. To make it extra special I will be serving the french delectables on beautiful pink depression glass. Some of my favorite patterns include American Sweethear, Miss America and Rose of Sharon. I decided to mix and match patterns because I think it will create more interest. How appropriate that my vintage Parisian wedding party will include some truly vintage serving pieces straight out of history.
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