Thursday, February 11, 2010

Valentine Party

I had told Laurie @ Bargain Hunting (and chatting)With Laurie http://bargainhuntingwithlaurie.blogspot.com/ that I would participate in her Valentine Party. But I got to thinking, I really don't decorate for Valentine's Day. Then I remembered the ivy topiary I bought at Cracker Barrel for 70% off after Christmas. It is heart shaped and even has some red on it - a cardinal.
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Better picture of the cardinal.
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A few other hearts around the house. I took these pictures this time last year.
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Be sure and visit Laurie to see what she and the other participants have to share with us. Thank you Laurie for hosting this fun event.
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Glenda
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33 comments:

  1. GwendolynKayFebruary 11, 2010 at 4:39 PM

    Very lovely hearts. What a blessing that you found your Aunt's valentine box... and the owner gave it to you.
    BLessings!
    Gwen

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  2. Happy To Be/ Gl♥riaFebruary 11, 2010 at 4:54 PM

    Glenda all your jewerly is just BEAUTIFUL Girl..WOW!! love the wall paper also as I'm also one of thsoe die hard that still love wall paper ha ha!! Many Blessings to you and your honey for VD girl...Hugs and smiles to you my friend...Gl♥ria

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  3. Cindy (Applestone Cottage)February 11, 2010 at 5:21 PM

    I think you did good Glenda! I love all the heart shaped pics, beautiful jewerly too! Cindy

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  4. xinexFebruary 11, 2010 at 5:28 PM

    Your jewelry are so pretty, Glenda, and I love the topiary. The cardinal pops in it!...Christine

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  5. Linda @ A La CarteFebruary 11, 2010 at 5:46 PM

    Beautiful Hearts! Happy Valentine's Day!

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  6. Bargain Decorating with LaurieFebruary 11, 2010 at 6:08 PM

    I've been looking for one of those topiaries - it's so pretty. Is the jewelry all yours? They are beautiful. What a great story about your aunt's V'tine card! Wonderful post for the party! Thank you so much for participating. laurie

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  7. susanFebruary 11, 2010 at 6:29 PM

    Glenda-I cannot believe you ran across a card made by your aunt!!! That was surely meant to be! Love your topiary. You did just fine for a girl who says she doesn't decorate! Love your jewelery too! Happy Valentine's day friend!

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  8. AnonymousFebruary 11, 2010 at 7:08 PM

    Your jewelry is so pretty and that heart topiary is so lovely! Lovely hearts!
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  9. vignette designFebruary 11, 2010 at 7:08 PM

    I love all the jewelry, especially the onyx heart pin. Cute ivy topiary too.

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  10. Barb February 11, 2010 at 7:48 PM

    Glenda, love the ivy and the jewelry is so pretty.

    Happy Valentines,
    Barb ♥

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  11. UnknownFebruary 11, 2010 at 7:50 PM

    Breath taking! What a beautiful topiary and so many hearts..I love cardinals as they have stolen my heart.

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  12. AnonymousFebruary 11, 2010 at 8:10 PM

    How sweet of the antique shop to let you have your aunt's valentine. And who would have thought they would find a childhood memory from a loved one like that. Beautiful jewelry. Rosie

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  13. Cathy~Mille FleurFebruary 11, 2010 at 8:25 PM

    I adore your heart topiary! I have a little thing for topiaries;)!

    All of your other heart decorations are darling...so festive and perfect for the occasion!

    Happy Valentine's Day!
    XOXO
    Cathy

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  14. SarahFebruary 11, 2010 at 9:01 PM

    How sweet and special to have a valentine from your grandmother. Enjoy your topiary. I have two in my centerpiece on my table. They are so pretty.

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  15. Karen at Nittany InspirationsFebruary 11, 2010 at 10:07 PM

    I think that is amazing that you found your aunt's valentine after all these years. What a wonderful treasure you have.

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  16. Mid-Atlantic MarthaFebruary 12, 2010 at 6:23 AM

    This is just lovely - love the pretty topiary and to find your aunt's valentine from years ago - now how special is that?

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  17. Jo RainesFebruary 12, 2010 at 7:04 AM

    All very pretty hearts!

    Jody

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  18. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeFebruary 12, 2010 at 8:58 AM

    The jewelry is beautifu, but the heart shaped topiary stole my heart. I just love it. Hugs, Marty

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  19. ★Carol★February 12, 2010 at 9:06 AM

    See, you really DO decorate for Valentine's Day, but you just didn't know it! I love your topiary, and all of the sweet heart-shaped jewelry, and I think that' so amazing that you found your aunt's valentine. It was definitely meant to be!

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  20. SueFebruary 12, 2010 at 9:25 AM

    This is a beautiful post. I love the topiary and the jewelry is so pretty.

    Sue

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  21. LisaFebruary 12, 2010 at 12:47 PM

    Your cute topiary has got me wishing I had a Cracker Barrel nearby. :)

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  22. AnonymousFebruary 12, 2010 at 1:26 PM

    Such beautiful hearts here! Very pretty indeed. Happy Valentine's Day!

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  23. Miss Laura Lu/RMS4291960February 12, 2010 at 2:51 PM

    Happy Valentine's Day! What a great story about the valentine! I love your topiary! Hope you're feeling a little better! Aren't you glad we missed more snow?! God Bless! Lauralu

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  24. JennyFebruary 12, 2010 at 3:57 PM

    Would it be cliched to say...sweet decorations?

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  25. Blondie's JournalFebruary 12, 2010 at 5:48 PM

    Your topiary heart is beautiful...great deal on it, too! I love the bright little cardinal. You have some pretty jewelry there as well. I don't decorate for Valentine's Day either, but once I started looking around and being creative, it fell into place. Maybe I just wanted to go to a party really bad! lol!!

    xoxo
    Janie

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  26. UnknownFebruary 12, 2010 at 8:52 PM

    I love your ivy heart! And the card that your aunt made.... how wonderful!I hope you have a wonderful Valentine's Day!

    ~Liz

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  27. Cass @ That Old HouseFebruary 12, 2010 at 9:10 PM

    Love that topiary!
    Happy Valentine's Day, Glenda.
    (I didn't decorate for Valentine's Day either, this year.)
    Cass

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  28. Susan (Between Naps On The Porch.net)February 12, 2010 at 9:12 PM

    Love your darling heart topiary! I had a real one once but nothing green survives around here...at least not inside. LOL
    Happy Valentine's Day!

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  29. Manuela@A Cultivated NestFebruary 13, 2010 at 3:27 PM

    That topiary is great!

    Happy Valentine's Day!

    Manuela

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  30. SueFebruary 14, 2010 at 3:41 PM

    I had a heart shaped topiary once, but my brown thumb killed it. LOL I am trying to grow more plants these days and am having a better time at it. I love your vintage Valentine that belonged to your Aunt. How fun to have it. I have been able to visit some friends lately- Mr. S is not needing quite as much attention as he had been. Yea! Things are going better and I actually have some time for myself these days. Hope to be back again soon. hugs, Sue

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  31. Lynne (lynnesgiftsfromtheheart)February 14, 2010 at 4:06 PM

    I always love seeing your jewelry, it is so pretty. Your topiary stole my heart. Happy Valentine's Day hugs ~lynne~

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  32. MonicaFebruary 15, 2010 at 4:47 PM

    Oh what a sweet story! What a lucky find!
    Love the blue heart necklace/bracelet ... I'd definitely wear it!
    Have a beautiful week, Glenda!
    Monicax.

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  33. Leigh of Tales from BloggeritavilleFebruary 15, 2010 at 11:11 PM

    Glenda,

    All of your hearts are just beautiful. And I love the story!

    HUGS!
    Leigh
    Tales from Bloggeritaville
    www.lbratina.blogspot.com

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