From me to you
Ah, would you look at these beauties?
They’re Peruvian lilies. If you want to get technical, you can call them by their genus name: Alstroemeria. They’re named in honor of Swedish botanist Baron Von Alstroemer who returned from a trip to South America in the late eighteenth century, Peruvian lily seeds in tow. Thanks to his introduction, they gained popularity in Europe and around the world.
It’s understandable, really. They’re such cheery fellows. My home is rarely bereft of a banquet or two. They boast a myriad of colors; and since they stick around for two weeks or more, I feel nary an ounce of guilt.
They also symbolize friendship and devotion.
Seriously, what’s not to love?
So consider this my gift to you. May you feel the warmth of friendship in the days ahead; and may you find the hours bright and lively–even if winter has yet to give in.
xo
To love and laughter
Don’t you just this vintage postcard? Specifically, the wee note from Nelson to Rosy. Warms my heart, it does.
Of course, that’s the beauty of holidays: they give us a reason to spend time with those we love. And that’s precisely what I’ve planned for the weekend.
For one, we’ve invited our mamas over for corned beef and cabbage + soda bread. The same menu, a couple new faces. Yet more to warm my heart.
With that . . .
May love and laughter light your days, and warm your heart and home; may good and faithful friends be yours, wherever you may roam; may peace and plenty bless your world with joy that long endures; may all life’s passing seasons bring the best to you and yours!
In other words, I wish you grand plans all your own–plans that include good food, the company of your favorite sorts, and the sweet contentment that is the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow.
xo