~Happy Valentine's Day and Simple & Sweet Fridays #154~

Happy Valentine's Day to Everyone!!

Carly saw this idea for a fancy drink using melted chocolate to write a word out for a 

Raspberry Cosmopolitan.

She saw the word Amor and loved it.

Amor may refer to: Gods, Eros, the Greek god of love also  known as Amor; Cupid, 

The Roman god of love also known by his Latin name Amor.

The drinks turned out so pretty with a rim of sugar and a touch of chocolate. I love the idea of writing a chocolate word for a drink.

I will definitely use this idea for other special occasions.

Nothing like a pretty drink for a special

 Valentine's Day Dinner.

A Valentine bouquet from Stan.

Chocolate Strawberries for dessert!!

A beautiful time in the garden waiting for Spring.

Wishing you all lots of sweet surprises for a

Happy Valentine's Day!!

Last weeks features:

Row House Blog - Valentine's Romantic Dinner For Two

The Country Farm Home - From Kitchen Pantry to Peaceful Library

Antiques and Tea Cups - Tuesday Cuppa Tea American Beauty Tea at Port Gamble

An Artful Mom - Valentine Tussie Mussie

A Little Bit of Everything - Needlework: February Valentine's Flag

Iris Abbey - Diamonds For a Lady

Hyacinths For The Soul - Shoebox Valentines

The Gracious Wife - Mini Heart Pies: Valentine's Recipe

On Crooked Creektt - 2015's Project #1

My Thrift Store Addiction - I've Taken a Shine to You, Valentine!

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~Date Night In Paris and Simple & Sweet Fridays #50~

For Christmas our children gave Stan and me a cooking class at

 Sur La Table.

The class was

 Date Night: An Evening in Paris!

We just went on Sunday and had such a good time.

It was the closest we could get to Paris and

You know how much 

I love Paris.

We learned new cooking skills about using different herbs and how to make wonderful recipes.

Chef Andrew Young was very informative 

and lots of fun as a teacher.

They had t.v. screens and viewing stations everywhere.

Every couple shared a cooking station, it was a hands on class.

We first made a 

Frisee Salad with Champagne-Tarragon Vinaigrette.

It was a very simple salad using fresh greens and fresh herbs.

It was perfect!

Then we made a 

Brandied Pear Galette.

We learned how to make a flaky pie dough,

and added some marinated dried currants, brandy, fresh pears, and a little more ingredients 

and a delicious Brandied Pear Galette was created!

This was cooking while we made the main course.

 The Herbed Chevre Souffle was light and airy.

So Tasty!

We then learned about searing salmon.

And we learned about making the most delicious Beurre blanc sauce which means, "white butter" in French.

The Dish was called

Seared Salmon with Citrus Beurre Blanc.

We had a wonderful meal and we made it ourselves,

the best part! Hope you can experience a cooking class too.

Wishing You All A Wonderful Valentine's!

A special thank you for all your support and inspiring comments.

We've loved each and everyone.

Thank You!

Happy Thursday everyone!

Last weeks Simple & Sweet Favorites! 

Go check out The Country Farmhome's post My Blue Haven--Simplifying the Bath!

Dru will show you how to have a simple bathroom with a farmhouse look. Love the tub!

Be sure to check out Dru's blog! 

Go check out Chateau-Chic's post Lavender and Green!

Mary Alice has the prettiest vignette using lavender and green. The colors are a wonderful combination for Spring!

Be sure to check out Mary Alice's blog!

Go check out So Much Better With Age's post Party Invitations & Party Favors!

Jamie has an adorable party for her daughter's first birthday. You'll love her creative ideas!

Go check out Jamie's blog!

Go check out Sweetbriar Dreams post Memories of Summer!

Chel shares her beautiful summer garden photos. Lavender is one of her favorites!

Be sure to check out Chel's blog!

Go check out Ivy and Elephants post Love is in the Air!
Patti and Paula will inspire you with their beautiful romantic treasures. The Valentine cherubs are so sweet!
Be sure to check out Patti & Paula's blog! 

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~Valentine Rosettes and Simple & Sweet Fridays #48~

It was raining in San Diego today and I decided to get out all my Valentine scrapbook paper. I have been collecting all year long, wanting to do a project with them. 

I've thought I'd try and make Valentine Rosettes.

I just starting cutting out hearts 

and adding bits and pieces together.

They made a pretty Valentine collage.

 I also wanted to share with you my surprise 

that I got in the mail last night from Stan.

What could it be?

A package from Victorian Trading Company.

He surprised me with a pair of new pink rose boots for the garden.

I've been wanting them since I saw them in their catalogue.

He must have known it was going to rain today.

I felt like a little girl playing in the puddles.

It feels good to act like a kid.

Now on with the Party...

Last weeks Simple & Sweet Favorites!

Go check out Common Ground's post Cupboard Love!

Debbie will inspire you with her gorgeous Valentine cupboard.  You'll love her red & white transferware and vintage suitcases.

Be sure to check out Debbie's blog!

Go check out the Two Birdies and a B's post The January Blues!

Barbara will show you how to get out of the winter blues with her handmade snowballs and beautiful table setting.

 Be sure to check out Barbara's blog!

Go check out Two Cottages and Tea's post Miniature Tea!

Nancy has the cutest collection of miniatures.  She has displayed magical tea parties everywhere.

So adorable!

Be sure to check out Nancy's blog!

Go check out The French Hutch's post A Marshmallow World!

Emily will tell you when the snow covers the ground - It's a Marshmallow World.  Photos of a shopping trip to Atlanta are fun and inspiring.

Be sure to check out Emily's blog!

Go check out Urbane Jane's post The Nursery Reveal!

Jane will inspire you with her nursery transformation. She did a fantastic job!

Be sure to check out Jane's blog!

Go check out Fabby's Living's post FABBY: A January 2013 Winter Tablescape!

Fabby did it again with another fabulous Winter Tablescape.  Everything is beautiful and her chandelier is stunning!

Be sure to check out Fabby's blog!

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