Pink Roses

colors...

Today we have an appointment to look at bridesmaid dresses.  Her inspiration is this faded velvet millinery bouquet.  The softer shades of purple are what she wants.  I thought you would approve!

peace...

My father in law died tonight at 6:00.  We were all there, holding his hands, and each others, as he peacefully slipped away.  We circled his bed and told stories, and said prayers, and told him how much he was loved for several hours.  He is at peace, and so are we, as he was struggling to hang on.  What a difference a month makes.  I am once again reminded to cherish every second.  He loved to grow roses, and always brought me a few...this was one called Abraham Lincoln and it was his favorite.  I never could convince him that PINK roses were the best, as he loved them all.  Thank you for your thoughts and prayers...my love to you all.

he's a keeper...

I love him because of the way he treats my daughter, but the fact that my future son in law is so thoughtful that he brought me pink roses on Valentine's Day...well let's just say, he's a keeper!

xoxo...

happy valentine's day!

hearts...

I had good intentions of blogging every day in February until Valentine's Day, showing you hearts from around the house.  A pretty simple goal to meet, right?  Well, my 83 year old father-in-law fell 3 weeks ago and broke 4 ribs, and began a medical downward spiral that currently has him in ICU on a respirator with Pneumonia. It's not looking good, but yesterday he squeezed my hands really tight when I was talking to him, and even blew me a kiss...so I remain hopeful.  He wants to dance at Elizabeth's wedding :)  Yes, technically he is my ex-father in law, but divorce does not end the love or respect you feel for someone after 33 years.  He is the grandfather of my children, he is my family.  So today I will go to the hospital again, and wear a mask and gloves and gown, and see how tight he can squeeze!  Here are some of the hearts I meant to show you...

A tiny velvet pincushion found at the Nashville flea market...

heart shaped rocks found at the beach...

a heart necklace from Heather Kowalski...

a heart box from Andrea Singarella...

silver hearts...

sacred hearts...

hearts in art...

 

and my {sweet} heart, who came home last weekend to see his grandpa...

five minutes with this kid and my heavy heart is once again lifted!

Wishing you all a Happy Valentine's Day!

xo suzanne 

heart:4...

I've got a thing for milagros...

heart:3...

a little rosebud heart...

heart:2...

 

My dear friend Lori Oles sent me some love last week...

Lori has the most amazing style and uses the most incredible vintage elements in her work...

...everything she does is perfection!  It was a beautiful surprise, and one I will cherish always...

heart:1...

I have a little vintage flowerpot on my kitchen counter, and I keep my grandmothers biscuit cutters in there. I am reminded of her every day.  For Valentine's I stuck in an old heart shaped cookie cutter that I have had forever.  I've made a million Valentine cookies with that one!  I'll be sharing hearts from around my house all month...with love from me, to you! xo