Buildings reflected in ornaments on the Christmas tree at City Hall, Philadelphia.
The giant tree at City Hall.
German Christmas ornaments in a heated tent at City Hall's outdoor Christmas Village.
Handmade wooden nutcrackers from Germany.
Nutcracker soldiers.
Wooden painted Santas at the Christmas village.
Feathered and glittery bird ornaments - definitely an improvement over the "made in China" cheap tat found in most holiday sales.
A toyshop in a miniature village display photographed through the window of a Philadelphia building.
A florist's shop.
A clothing store for dolls.
Snow falling in Philadelphia, viewed while walking towards City Hall.
I loved the one of you reflected in the Christmas ornament.
xoxo
Posted by: Gillian daSilva | 23 December 2008 at 23:17
Beautiful photos, Tara!
Posted by: tinker | 23 December 2008 at 23:17
I had to show my daughter the clothing store for dolls. Bliss! Auntie Paris Parfait! ; )
Posted by: Christina | 23 December 2008 at 20:10
So lovely to see Paris through your eyes! Beautiful images as always -- and oh, what a magical spell they weave!
Posted by: jeanie | 23 December 2008 at 20:10
Merci, Judy! Hope to see you in Paris in the new year. xo
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 23 December 2008 at 18:58
Thanks, Chris. And I loved your remark about the commission. Thanks for the referral. :)
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 23 December 2008 at 18:57
Merci bien, Mads. I took the photo of the little girl two years ago at Christmastime. xoxox
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 23 December 2008 at 18:57
Merci, mon ami!
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 23 December 2008 at 18:56
Laura, thank you! Happy Holidays!
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 23 December 2008 at 18:56
It all looks vey delicious.
Happy holidays, Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy New Year Tara.
xo
Posted by: Judy Wilkenfeld | 23 December 2008 at 14:14
the photo's are delightful but
ohhhh
i LOVE your banner!!!!!!!
eeeeeeeeeeep!!!!
Posted by: maddie | 23 December 2008 at 12:02
How lovely are your reflections of the holiday...
Posted by: Laura | 23 December 2008 at 12:02
oh, you don't need ME to tell you how beautiful that tree is! How do they do that? It's perfectly decorated!! Love the store windows, the little glass birdies !!!!!
Happy happy!
Posted by: Chris | 23 December 2008 at 12:02
Beautiful!
Posted by: Di Overton | 23 December 2008 at 12:02
Dear Tara ... lovely photos as ever. Sorry I've been so out of touch ... caught in the throes of work.
Hope you have a wonderful time in Philly. Merriest Christmas wishes. Love, Deb
Posted by: Janepoet ~ JP/deb | 23 December 2008 at 12:02
It's good to take a tour with you in Philadelphia! I just went once.
Posted by: Anne | 22 December 2008 at 22:37
Feeling a bit better now that I'm almost halfway through the course of antibiotics, thank you. Have even managed to semi-decorate the apartment in preparation for our American guests on Christmas day. Better days ahead! Hope you have fun plans. xoxox
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 22 December 2008 at 22:07
Merci bien, Yoli. Happy holidays!
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 22 December 2008 at 22:06
Vanessa, muchas gracias! It's thanks to your recommendation that I'm having such fun with this camera. Hope you and your family have a wonderful Christmas. Talk soon. Lots of love...xoxox
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 22 December 2008 at 22:06
Sharon, thanks for the kudos. Hope you have a lovely holiday, as well. And let's hope we all have more hopeful news in 2009!
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 22 December 2008 at 22:04
These are so colorful and festive! They make me smile. Hope you are feeling good and ready to enjoy your holidays.
xoxo
Posted by: tangobaby | 22 December 2008 at 21:59
Tara how lovely!
Posted by: Yoli | 22 December 2008 at 21:59
Oh my swoonness!! All the delights of the holiday season are living here at Paris Parfait!!!
YOu hold the key to the most glorious photos!!! xoxo
Lots of love to you, happy holidays!!
Posted by: a fanciful twist | 22 December 2008 at 19:04
I hope you have a wonderful holiday, Tara. Viewing the gorgeous holiday photos on your blog has been a sweet mini-escape from the bad (and often sad) news so prevalent now.
Posted by: Sharon | 22 December 2008 at 19:04