We had a fun- filled weekend starting with Hannah’s first winter formal dance. It was a 1920’s theme and I think she pulled off lady Hannah rather beautifully. And Chris was quite the dapper chaperone!
While Hannah and Chris were off dancing the night away, Norah and I went out for Indian food.
Saturday was spent cooking, cleaning and sprucing up our home for dinner guests that evening.
On Sunday we hosted an afternoon Valentine tea party. There was lots of chocolate, whipped cream, heart shaped sugar cookies and of course conversation hearts. But my favorite were the pickled radish hearts. We have an over abundance of watermelon radishes from our winter CSA share and last week I packed a huge mason jar full and covered them with a salty, spicy brine. I was pleasantly surprised to find that within a few days they had turned a beautiful shade of pink. Cut into hearts, they were perfect paired with cheese and nuts.
We ended the evening with Downton and all was right with the world:)
Today Norah cashed in on one of her Christmas gifts and attended a 4 hour long cooking class. She came back even more inspired to cook new things (if that was even possible).
It is now snowing and we are getting ready to cozy up and watch this.
How was your weekend my friends?
I enjoy your posts….your daughters are becoming lovely young woman…..they looked beautiful!
I love your table and sideboard arrangements of foods and things and what you might be cooking!! ….. when you’re in your 70’s Valentine’s Day is a bit quieter ….. we had dinner out a week prior, since restaurants tend to be crowded and often service is rushed….Sunday we shared Chinese takeout! ….yum!
Vivian
She’s beautiful! And Dad for a chaperone, how wonderful. And the snapshot of her laughter at her Dad, perfect timing. Lovely home pictures.
Love your house!! So cozy!! Where is the wooden “cake stand” from? It is awesome!!
This looks like so much fun! And your daughter is just absolutely lovely. I always love your blog and the beautiful way you arrange things. What fun!
You always have the most beautiful flower arrangements. Do you do them yourself? If so, what are your tips?
Thanks,
Tonya