Vineyard Rehearsal Dinner

First things first...We are truly blessed to have the means to set a pretty table and invite our friends to join us for good food and fellowship. I am mindful that many are not so fortunate. My daughter has a passion for the work of the Food Bank. As a singer-songwriter, she has written and recorded a song that is the anthem for the world wide Crop Hunger Walk project. Her song, "Raise Your Voice" is featured in their video. I've included a link in the side margin of my blog. I hope that it will encourage you to support projects in your community that contribute to the effort to overcome hunger.

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We just returned from a trip to Paso Robles, California where we attended the wedding of the son of very dear friends. I took lots of pictures, and today, I wanted to share some shots of the rehearsal dinner celebration. This wedding was all about the wine country; the rehearsal dinner was held at Still Waters Vineyards. Earlier in the day, it had been blazing hot, but as dusk sauntered in, the temperatures dropped and it was a pleasant evening for an al fresco cocktail reception and dinner. Minimal comments...I don't really know anything about the elements used for the tablescapes. I just thought that you'd enjoy the lovely settings and the glorious vistas.

Overlooking miles of lush and verdant wine vineyards...

...the cocktail welcoming reception was staged in the middle of a glorious olive orchard.

After cocktails, we meandered toward sun-kissed tables set for 150 guests.....

...in the midst of glorious wine country...

...and as evening draped her cloak around us, the glow of candlelight created a magical setting for our dinner.

Sweet Mister and I had a glorious time! In the next few weeks, I look forward to sharing the wedding reception and our day at The Hearst Castle.

Thank you, yet again, to Susan at Between Naps on the Porch for hosting her magical meme, Tablescape Thursday. I'll be linking my post to "TABLESCAPE THURSDAY." Hop on over and check out the myriad of marvelous tablescape designs, after 10:00 AM on Thursdays. You'll be glad that you made the trip...it's a wonderful adventure.

When I think of August, I think windows of opportunity to travel to new spots. How about you? With thankfulness for her dedication and efforts, I'm joining the multi-talented Tablescaper for her fabulous meme SEASONAL SUNDAYS. Hope to see you there!

Wednesday evening is the twenty-second edition of Cuisine Kathleen's meme, "LET'S DISH"...a Summer Fun Challenge. So excited to be a charter member. Pop over (pun intended for the Chef Supreme Kathleen) and join the fun!

You can check out KC's music at www.kcclifford.com, on iTunes, and on YouTube. I hope that you'll take a few minutes and give her a listen. You'll also enjoy reading back through her blog on this site. The girl can really write! KC has just released her 5th studio CD project, "The Tag Hollow Sessions". The sold out CD release concert was this past weekend. "The Tag Hollow Sessions" is available on iTunes or through her website. I hope that you'll give her music a chance. I know that I have zero objectivity where she is concerned, but I think that you'll fall in love with her music and her!