Merry Christmas

The Simple Magic of Christmas is one of the greatest gifts any of us can receive this Holiday Season . . . it doesn't come in a box with pretty ribbons and paper . . . but it warms you better than any sweater!  You won't find it in any store or online and it never goes on sale, you won't have to break out the credit cards or your cash because it is FREE!  It is the joy that each of us can share with those of us we meet everyday . . not just in December but all through the year.  A simple smile, allowing someone to 'go before you', the wave of your hand in a friendly 'hello', the mending of broken bridges with family and friends are just some of the treasures you will discover if you open your heart to the Spirit of this Season.

I wish all of you a very Merry and Blessed Christmas . . . make wonderful memories with those around you . . . share yourself and your talents . . . we can all make this world a better place as we spread the gift of Christmas all through the year!!!

Happy Halloween!!!

Halloween is so much fun!!!!  It brings out 'the kid' in all of us and who doesn't LOVE Chocolate!!!

Well this past week has been so hectic and busy with all the prep for Trick Or Treat Night, Weddings and having friends popping in 'just to see' what I had going on . . . . I love the colors of Autumn and my own Wedding took place in October -- what is even better is my sister-in-law got married on Halloween!!!! 

I did this outdoor tablescape and wanted to incorporate all the bounty of the season, including California Grown 'Black Magic' roses from Florabundance, local grasses, berries, broom corn that I grow here at Best Buds and which every 'good' witch needs for Halloween and lots of other goodies stashed throughout this centerpiece. 

Now for the Great Pumpkin!!!  Charlie Brown would be so proud of my husband -- he grew this 87 pounder in his prize Pumpkin Patch and of course, I had to use it as a background for this gorgeous Bridal Bouquet!

Well I wish all of you a great Halloween -- May the 'Great Pumpkin' stop by your home along with all of your family and friends to celebrate this fun holiday!

Oh and one more picture . . . like I said, it brings out the KID in all of us

October Glory - Wedding in Jim Thorpe, PA

This photo album generated with Smilebox

I had the pleasure of traveling up to Jim Thorpe, PA yesterday to deliver the designs I created for Kim & Randy's Destination Wedding. 
This little village carved out of a mountainside takes you back in time and I marveled at the sights and sounds as I waited in the line of cars and motorcycles that were 'crawling' along the road that overlooks a Gorge created by the swift moving waters of the Lehigh River. 
After making my left turn past the Train Station that was bustling with visitors boarding the cars that would take them over majestic trestles to view the changing of the leaves I encountered a vision of yesteryear as horse drawn carriages and Iron Porches adorned with well kept window boxes bursting with an assortment of flowers and foliage greeted me -- was this a dream I asked myself??? No this was Jim Thorpe in all it's glory -- it's true a visit there will definitely 'slow' you down in the best kind of way. 
 I hope you enjoy this little Photo Journal of yesterday's Event!

Summer Time!!!!

Iron Lakes Country Club, Orefield, PA

A beautiful Summer afternoon and this pergola stands ready for the bride and groom to arrive to exchange their vows at this lovely Country Club Setting by the lake.

This is what I love about Weddings,
 each one has it's own story and special flavors.

I have been blessed this Summer to be a part of so many Weddings and to share in a variety of Love Stories!!! 

 I want to say Thank You to all of my brides for this opportunity.

You can look forward to a collection of photos that will be appearing on Best Buds' new website -- same address http://www.bestbudsfloral.com

Mike from Big Pixel Studio will be returning from his vacation and he and I have a 'date' to teach me 'how to drive' the website --- so be on the look out for more great photos to be added to the Gallery.

Remember . . .

'To love a person is to learn the song that is in their heart and to sing it to them when they have forgotten' . . . author unknown

Have a great day!

New Website is Coming to Best Buds!!!!

Another free photo slideshow by Smilebox

Jim Thorpe Weddings

Have you ever visited Jim Thorpe, PA???  If you have not, I am going to take you on a short visit to acquaint you with this unique village.  I use the term village because it reminds me of a small town in the Austrian countryside where my grandparents were born.  The buildings are old, the roads are narrow and some are even carved into the hillside making it accessible only on foot. 

So why am I telling you about Jim Thorpe?  Well, I had the pleasure of meeting two Wedding Professionals who are on a quest to make Jim Thorpe a location where you can have a local 'Destination Wedding' without flying to Austria!!!  Amber Breiner is a professional photographer who took the vintage wedding photo above in Jim Thorpe and it features one of my bouquet designs.  I met Amber last year when she phoned me to tell me about her photo shoot and I designed the bouquet for her model.  Amber recently developed the website www.jimthorpeweddings.com which features local vendors, restaurants, caterers and yours truly.  She is marketing the site to potential couples to consider using this local flavor of talent for their special day.  She and her husband Josh, also a professional photographer, are very talented artists and they travel to your destination whether it is in the good old USA or overseas -- when you visit the above website click on Josh and Amber's Ad and treat yourself to a gallery of their unique photos.

Now, let me tell you about Tara!!!  Tara Kubas is a Wedding & Event Coordinator who moved to Jim Thorpe from Long Island, NY.  Tara and I met this past week for the first time face to face -- we chatted on the phone but on Friday I had the chance to sit and discuss with Tara her vision to also utilize Jim Thorpe's charm to attract couples. Tara is the featured Wedding Planner on Amber's Site.   This is a gal who did events in the Hamptons and she views the beauty of this area as something that is unique & marketable as a Wedding destination both for local residents and from surrounding areas like New Jersey, New York, Philadelphia, & Connecticut!!!  She also has her own website, www.jimthorpeweddings.net -- give her a 'click' and you will be amazed at just how affordable a Wedding Planner can be!!!

Tara is planning a Wedding Expo, Saturday, November 13, 2010 -- for more information go to www.jtweddingexpo.com -- it is going to be a wonderful time to travel to the Jim Thorpe area and I invite you to pass this information on to anyone you know who is planning a Wedding or for that matter any event.  Also, if you are a Wedding professional, check this out and sign up to be a vendor at the Expo!!! 

OK, that is it for now on Jim Thorpe Weddings!!!  I am very excited for Tara & Amber!!!  They are two great gals who are an asset to the world of Wedding Professionals and I am very pleased to have had the opportunity to meet them and share their dream!!!

Elegant Weddings

The sounds of a Classical Guitar adds the right touch to this photo gallery of some gorgeous Bridal Bouquets - you can almost smell the roses!!
Enjoy and remember 'Celebrate With Flowers'!!!

See something you like -- I would love to hear from you, feel free to add your comments!

Personalize a scrapbooking design