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Wednesday, July 17, 2013

~New Hydrangea Wreath and Simple & Sweet Fridays #72~

I just love hydrangeas. 
I have never seen so many different varieties as this year.
I thought it was time for me to make a wreath with some blooms.  
I know some will last and some won't, but that's ok.
I just wanted to look at them all in a big circle.
So pretty!
The blooms are so big and fragile and yet when you hang them together, 
they look like they'll last forever.
I will move it in tomorrow but, for now,
 I'll enjoy it in the moonlight.
We had a special dinner tonight.
Short ribs, polenta and broccolini.
We were celebrating my mother-in-laws birthday.
She turned 88 years old this year.
Happy Birthday Mary!
You look beautiful!



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37 comments:

  1. FABBY'S LIVINGJuly 18, 2013 at 12:05 AM

    What a beautiful table setting for a lovely lady's birthday! I'm sure your Mil enjoyed her birthday with all that beauty, food and family sorroundung her! Thank you for this great party my friend. Big hugs,
    FABBY

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  2. UnknownJuly 18, 2013 at 12:17 AM

    Happy Birthday Mary!!!!
    I'm loving that hydrangea wreath - soooo gorgeous ( it's getting pinned for sure )
    And thanks so much for the party!
    Hugs,
    Suzan

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  3. BenteJuly 18, 2013 at 12:46 AM

    What a beautiful wreath. What a sweet lady, your mother in law.

    Hugs from me

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  4. aimeeJuly 18, 2013 at 1:32 AM

    Thankyou so much for featuring my peach pie im so glad you liked it xxxx

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  5. Gail @Purple Hues and MeJuly 18, 2013 at 4:36 AM

    What a wonderful way to celebrate your mil's birthday! Your wreath is very pretty and so is Mary! Thanks for the feature and hosting such a lovely party!!!

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  6. BarbaraJuly 18, 2013 at 5:05 AM

    I love hydrangea wreaths! And yours is such a sweet color, too.
    Happy Birthday to your sweet MIL...what an adorable photo.
    (thanks for following me, Mary, I've followed you back!)

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  7. Bargain Decorating with LaurieJuly 18, 2013 at 5:37 AM

    Your Hydrangea wreath is gorgeous, and will look pretty even when the hydrangeas dry. Your MIL's birthday celebration is so pretty. I love that design on the table top. Really good features from last week too. laurie

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  8. Vel CristeJuly 18, 2013 at 5:49 AM

    What a perfect birthday for you MIL! And that wreath is simply beautiful! Glad you all had a great time, thanks for hosting!

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  9. Poppy @ With a Dash of ColorJuly 18, 2013 at 6:28 AM

    I love your beautiful table setting under the twinkling lights of the pergola...so romantic and perfect for a birthday party for a very special lady:) Happy Birthday to sweet Mary! Your hydrangea wreath looks so delicate and pretty...I have a crush on anything to do with hydrangeas:)Beautiful setting! Thanks for hosting! First time linking up. Have a great weekend ahead! Hugs,Poppy

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  10. Lady of the WoodsJuly 18, 2013 at 7:12 AM

    oh I can't stand it! (you know? I think I say that ALOT on your blog, don't I ?) I ADORE HYDRANGEAS AND THAT BEAUTY IS SO EXQUISITE IT IS ALMOST PAINFUL ...can you understand that? My response to beauty is off the charts and almost too much to bear but I live for it. I wish I could see one, just ONE person in this neighborhood do just ONE of the things you do on a daily basis! I still wait for God to answer my prayers, but if its not soon enough, I may have to pick up and move to a neighborhood somewhere near you! LOLOL Every picture here is music to my heart even your in law with her very impish and obviously very delighted face!

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  11. Jennifer HaysJuly 18, 2013 at 7:56 AM

    I love the hydrangea wreath, how gorgeous! Happy birthday to Mary, what a sweet lady. She looks radiantly happy!

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  12. CynthiaJuly 18, 2013 at 8:17 AM

    Your wreath is so gorgeous, love the colors. This year must have been a great year for hydrangeas, everyone keeps saying how good theirs did. I hope to plant some in our new home when it is built. I am also a huge polenta fan! I make it often in the cooler months. I also make it creamy and that is out of this world. Have a great weekend!

    Cynthia

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  13. UnknownJuly 18, 2013 at 9:34 AM

    I love your hidrangeas wreath! It's so cute! Thanks for the party.
    Cristina

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  14. must love junkJuly 18, 2013 at 9:39 AM

    Your wreath is just gorgeous, and your MIL looks amazing-wow! Thanks for hosting :)
    Susan

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  15. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasJuly 18, 2013 at 11:24 AM

    Jody and Stan,
    Thanks so much for hosting each week!!

    hugs,
    Debbie

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  16. UnknownJuly 18, 2013 at 2:43 PM

    Congratulations to your lovely MIL!!

    And that wreath is stunning - I think I'll do the same with my hydrangeas even though they are white, not pink.

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  17. The Charm of HomeJuly 18, 2013 at 4:02 PM

    Your garden and wreath is just beautiful! Thank you for hosting!
    Sherry

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  18. JuneJuly 18, 2013 at 6:07 PM

    Happy Birthday to Mary!!! I love your beautiful wreath Jody! I've never tried to make a fresh one before. I would love to try it.
    Your table also looks so inviting! I just love your outdoor spaces!

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  19. Aimee at Refresh-Renew...July 18, 2013 at 6:11 PM

    So pretty! How'd you attach the flowers?-aimee

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  20. curiositaellyaJuly 18, 2013 at 6:59 PM

    Thank you so much for hosting.
    Have a great day,
    Ellya

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  21. The Porcelain RoseJuly 18, 2013 at 7:01 PM

    Lovely features this week!
    Thanks for hosting.
    Elizabeth

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  22. Ivy and ElephantsJuly 18, 2013 at 7:09 PM

    Your garden is fabulous! Thanks so much for hosting and sharing such fabulous features.
    Hugs,
    Patti

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  23. SwedishCorner ~ DownUnder...PernillaJuly 18, 2013 at 8:01 PM

    Gorgeous wreaths!! Thank you for hosting each week, Jody! Fab features :) Subtropical winter greetings from Australia♥ ~Pernilla

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  24. Mary@mydogsmygardenandmaryJuly 18, 2013 at 8:32 PM

    Beautiful wreath, looks great. How pretty dinner at candle light. Everything looks perfect.
    Happy weekend.
    Mary

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  25. Zuni, Chickadee Home NestJuly 18, 2013 at 9:20 PM

    Thank you so much for hosting! ~Zuni

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  26. UnknownJuly 18, 2013 at 9:27 PM

    Beautiful hydrangeas, table setting, food . . . I would love to have dinner in that setting. Thanks for hosting and blessings to you, Patti

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  27. BiljanaJuly 18, 2013 at 11:36 PM

    I love hydrangeas, beautiful wreath:) Thanks for hosting, hugs Biljana

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  28. AnonymousJuly 19, 2013 at 3:17 AM

    Your first photo is so pretty I thought you'd taken it at an urban market or restaurant or something! That wreath is so pretty! Your whole outdoor space is so pretty!

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  29. Cottage and BroomeJuly 19, 2013 at 7:31 AM

    Your wreath is just amazing, I love the color. Thanks for hosting again this week, Laura

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  30. Jeannie and LindaJuly 19, 2013 at 8:08 AM

    Jody, another beautiful Friday party with great features! Thanks for hosting! What a beautiful party table and I love your pretty wreath.
    Have a blessed day.

    Peace,
    Jeannie and Linda at The French Hens Nest

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  31. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageJuly 19, 2013 at 8:33 AM

    Love the hydrangea wreath! What a cheerful space you have going!

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  32. Two Cottages And TeaJuly 19, 2013 at 5:21 PM

    Beautiful wreath and I love your beach pail in your last post! Such a cute idea with the fairies! Thank you for hosting and happy weekend!

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  33. LynneJuly 19, 2013 at 10:15 PM

    Jody,
    Your yard is amazing! I too love Hydrangeas. Did you use them for bridal bouquets when playing dress up as a little girl? The wreath and it's color is lovely!
    Happy Birthday dear Mary! What a beautiful smile!
    My post today was perfect for your party!
    Have a wonderful weekend!
    ~Lynne
    withLove

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  34. Magali@TheLittleWhiteHouseJuly 21, 2013 at 9:36 AM

    That hydrangea wreath is beautiful.

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  35. Judy at GoldCountryCottageJuly 21, 2013 at 10:22 AM

    Jody, thank you for hosting and Happy Birthday MIL. Looks like you enjoyed a great dinner and your hydrangea wreath and Paris garden is just beautiful. I will have to rewrite my linky party list, too many on and I just missed seeing yours, but I'm here now..Happy Sunday..Judy

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  36. Lauren @ My Wonderfully MadeJuly 22, 2013 at 11:41 AM

    Thanks for inviting me to the party -- looks like there will be lots of great inspiration here! That picture of your mother-in-law is beautiful -- she looks so pretty and happy. Your wreath and outdoor setting are beautiful -- I love sitting outside at night with all of my lights and candles going :)

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  37. Michele M./ Finch RestJuly 23, 2013 at 12:32 PM

    Thank you so much for featuring my little outdoor tea. I am so flattered!

    Sure love your blog and linky party - a wonderful plethora of talents and tastes- just love to visit! Hugs!

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