Christening Day Luncheon

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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Our precious Beatrice Emaline was christened on Sunday, November 4th...another soul harvested for the fellowship of saints.

She wore the same christening dress that her mom wore...

Beatrice Emaline was a perfect angel throughout the entire service, held in their small Anglican church. Did you notice her tiny wrist corsage, made of rosebuds and pearls? It was a gift from my dear friend. After the service was completed, a group adjourned to our back porch for a luncheon to honor this special day and the special little lady. The afternoon was glorious...just the right temperatures and not a breath of wind...a rarity out here on the prairie.

Today, not a spot of Fall color was to be found on our five tables for 35 guests. Shades of pink...all things feminine...were gathered to fete our newest family member.

Four of the table centerpieces featured an ivy topiary placed in a baby blue jardiniere from Hobby Lobby. The topiaries were flanked by a small pair of bottles in green or in pink, filled with soft pink Sweetheart Roses, and a pair of aqua glass decanters filled with water for our guests.

I had originally made plans for four tables. Some last minute replies meant that I needed to add another table. Since it was too late to run back to the grocery store for an additional topiary (yes, I found them at the grocery store), I decided to make Beatrice Emaline's table a bit different. Tip: When you're looking for fresh flowers at a good price, remember to check the grocery store and the wholesale stores like Sam's. I'm always amazed at the large selection of beautiful blossoms! I used the Mottahedeh Musee Decoratif tureen as my centerpiece, and I flanked it with a pair of Lenox urns filled with the Sweetheart roses and Hypericum Berries.

Three of the tables were set with Copeland Spode Red Aster, bought on eBay over a period of time. They were perched on the hot pink glass chargers from Gordman's.

I only needed a Reed & Barton Francis I fork at each place setting for the Chicken Tetrazzini, Green Salad, and hot Garlic Bread. The silver belonged to my my mother-in-love. I like that a small touch of her was represented at our luncheon today. Dessert was homemade chocolate chip cookies. All the tables were set with light pink napkins caught in a white napkin ring and the Mikasa French Countryside goblets. Wine was offered during the meal and served in pink wine goblets. Each table was covered with one of an assortment of white tablecloths.

One of the tables was laid with the Royal Doulton Old Chelsea on the Gordman's apple green glass charger...

Beatrice Emaline's table featured the Royal Doulton Lowestoft, one of my favorite patterns. Some day maybe she'll set one of her tables with this pattern. I like the thought of that. I wonder if she'll like pink as much as her mama does?

It was such a special day for our family. I'm thinking that this shot will be a sure fire pick for Sweet Mister's Christmas letter for 2012.

I'm pleased to join Marty (A Stroll Through Life) for TABLE TOP TUESDAY. Won't you come along?

Wednesday is the 35th edition of Cuisine Kathleen's meme, "LET'S DISH". I'm excited to be a charter member. Pop over (pun intended for the Chef Supreme Kathleen) and join the fun!

Lots of great ideas to be gathered when you visit Yvonne at Stone Gable for TUTORIALS, TIPS, & TIDBITS. Don't waste another moment...hurry on over!

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 THURSDAYS." 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 November, I think about the bounty of the harvest, the crisp Autumn days, and leaves that crunch under foot. How about you? With thankfulness for her dedication and efforts (even in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy), I'm joining the multi-talented Tablescaper for her fabulous meme SEASONAL SUNDAYS. Hope to see you there!

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! Her latest CD is called "The Tag Hollow Sessions"" It 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!