To all who mourn in Israel, He will give a crown of beauty for ashes, a joyous blessing instead of mourning, festive praise instead of despair. In their righteousness, they will be like great oaks that the LORD has planted for his own glory. Isaiah 61:3

Monday, May 16, 2016

Tea and Tiaras at The Grand America!


Good Monday to you all!  I hope your weekend was one of wonderful events and happiness!  Mom and I had the opportunity this past weekend to take a short road trip adventure to Utah where we were hosted by Jennifer Rosbrugh and her husband Jeff, then took afternoon tea at the Grand America with Jennifer and her friend Lisa Hiller.  I think I need to go to Utah more often to partake of this fabulous tea!  It was incredible!!!

Below are some of the images that were captured of the day.  I played around with Picasa again just for the fun of it.  I also did a photo shoot with Jennifer to capture good images of her dress for her.  They turned out incredibly!  She has a lovely one up on her Facebook page that turned out really beautiful!



The entry of the hotel.  A handy security guard was kind enough to take our picture!


I LOVE LOVE LOVE this picture of my gorgeous Mama!  The hall, the lighting, the way she holds herself...she is every inch a Regal Queen!!!  And I adore her!  I think this needs to be enlarged and framed....


Mama and Mama to be....Lana and Jennifer.


The two lavender and cream dresses!  Lisa and myself!  I was trying to get a picture of the bows we both put on our sleeves!  Great minds think alike!


All the pale ice cream colors in a row!


Had to take a picture of this room...it was labeled "The Gibson Girl Room".  I kid you not.  There were Gibson Girl drawings all over!


The tea room.  It was so beautifully situated and a harpist played the whole time we were there!  Dreamy!

 

And the menu?  Merciful heavens!  It was so delicious...Smoked salmon French macarons, asparagus sandwiches, fabulous cucumber puffs....I can't remember them all!


Mmmmmmmm....so delicious!


The dessert tray was just as fabulous.  Well, except for the squares of something that was really not delicious (the above yellow with chocolate fondant balls in it).  But the rest?  Oh yaaaaaa....


Fun black and white of Mom and me...


This flower arrangement was beyond spectacular!  It was HUGE!  And the smell of the yellow lilies...You could smell it clear into the tea room!


 We also took the time to do some antique shopping to grow my Wedding artifacts collection.  I photographed the findings and will probably do a new post about the fabulous things that were found along the way!!

Have a wonderfully blessed day my friends!  The family is crying "starvation" so I must away to the kitchen!

Be Blessed!

g


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  1. CindyMay 16, 2016 at 4:32 PM

    So beautiful, ladies!

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    1. GinaMay 19, 2016 at 9:43 AM

      Thank you so very much Cindy!
      Blessings!
      g

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  2. UnknownMay 16, 2016 at 5:02 PM

    Feeding those pesky families! Such a chore : ) I agree that second picture of your mom is just the most lovely thing! Do frame it! Jennifer looked glowing and the lavender is so lovely it looks like you planned it! Nothing so lovely as tea! So much fun!

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    1. GinaMay 19, 2016 at 9:45 AM

      I know right? hahahahaha!!! That Mama of mine...she is so beautiful! Isn't it fun when things that you don't plan work so well together!?
      Blessings!
      g

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  3. AnonymousMay 18, 2016 at 5:48 AM

    magnifique vous étes superbes je viens sur votre site presque tous les jours j'aime beaucoup tout se que vous faite
    amicalement
    corinne

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    1. GinaMay 19, 2016 at 9:46 AM

      Oh Corinne! Thank you so very much for your wonderful compliments! It has made my day!
      Blessings!
      g

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  4. The Quintessential Clothes PenMay 18, 2016 at 8:40 AM

    I did indeed have a lovely weekend full of special memories, friends, and relaxation. :) Your tea looks like it was a memorable event. Lovely dresses and a fantastic location!

    Best,
    Quinn

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    1. GinaMay 19, 2016 at 9:47 AM

      Oh Quinn! I am so happy to hear that your weekend was a splendid one! Isn't that a wonderful thing! I hope if it involved costuming, you are going to blog about it!
      Blessings!
      g

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  5. GinaMay 19, 2016 at 9:48 AM

    Thank you so very much lovely Lady! It was a perfect afternoon with lovely companions and delicious food!
    Blessings!
    g

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  6. Calevey’s ClosetMay 19, 2016 at 6:19 PM

    Absolutely stunning ladies! Love all the dresses!

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    1. GinaMay 23, 2016 at 8:50 AM

      Thank you Glennis! We did make up quite the quartet of fluffy creations! It was so fun to go to tea all dressed up!
      Blessings!
      g

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  7. MelodyMay 20, 2016 at 8:53 AM

    Your gown is GORGEOUS!!

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    1. GinaMay 23, 2016 at 8:50 AM

      Thank you so very much Melody! It was super fun to wear in this setting!
      Blessings!
      g

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  8. Lavender and TwillJune 1, 2016 at 7:46 PM

    I love how your gowns co-ordinated, you all look so beautiful! Your mama does look most royal in her garnet and black ensemble ~ it's just a fabulous outing in all respects! ❤

    xox,
    bonita of Lavender & Twill

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    1. GinaJune 7, 2016 at 9:16 PM

      Thank you so much Bonita! Isn't it funny how we did co-ordinate? Thank you also for the compliment on my mama! She is so fabulous!! We did have a grand time!
      Blessings!
      g

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