My deepest thanks to the 57 kind souls who took the time to write such lovely, encouraging comments on the occasion of my third blogging anniversary. I was touched by your sentiments and intrigued by your thoughts about what blogging has come to mean to you.
I realise it's not quite as exciting as being presented awards by the Aga Khan and Princess Zara (shown here at the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe at Hippodrome de Longchamp, Paris. Yes that's the Eiffel Tower's silhouette through the mist). But I do hope the three four giveaway winners will be pleased with their souvenirs from Paris. The prizes go to Katherine, Rebekah and Dana. And I couldn't resist drawing a fourth name from the hat - Patricia!
Please email me your addresses and I'll get the prizes off to you. Congratulations to the winners. And to those who didn't win this time, fret not - I will host another giveaway soon. Anyway, you are all winners, in my book. Thank you for honouring Paris Parfait with your fine company!
For some reason, your posts did not feed into my blog reader until today, so now I get to catch up.
I the trophy with the falcon is very interesting, is it Maltese? ;)
Posted by: dutchbaby | 09 February 2009 at 20:51
Hello there,
I have been catching up on your blog, and am constantly amazed when I see your beautiful photos. It is nice to be able to "window shop" here, and the price is right :-)
I hope all is well with you, and thank you so much for the inspiration you provide here!
Posted by: shirley mcc | 08 February 2009 at 15:10
Raquel, thank you for the encouragement. I appreciate your support and friendship.
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 05 February 2009 at 23:07
Never too late, Lala. Merci bien! I appreciate the kudos; sorry you're having miserable weather in a place that's normally infused with sunshine!
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 05 February 2009 at 23:06
Thank you, dear Relyn.
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 05 February 2009 at 23:05
Rebekah, so glad you've won! But don't expect anything to arrive for a week or ten days. The mail isn't the speediest from Paris.
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 05 February 2009 at 23:04
Aw shucks, ma'm. I'm blushing. Thank you for being such a wonderful, supportive friend. You rock! xoxox
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 05 February 2009 at 23:03
I agree with you about those musicians, Christina - like fine wine, aging well. Thanks for the kind words about the photo. I like the new Springsteen album - isn't his "Working on a dream" an ode to our times?
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 05 February 2009 at 23:03
Dakota, thank you so much for the lovely compliment!
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 05 February 2009 at 23:01
Bonjour Tara,
and so sorry to be here late to wish you a belated happy Blog 3rd anniversary....
Toutes mes félicitations !! and hats off to you, especially for speaking out your views and opinions, (while always providing solid sources of information) especially last year.
Unfortunately, i didn't participate to your giveaway...sniff...next time ! :-)
Sending you kudos from..alas cold, rainy Andalucia!
Posted by: my castle in Spain | 05 February 2009 at 15:56
Congratulations everyone! And, Tara, thanks for what you do. I love the variety of your blog--I never know what I'll find, but I know it will inspire me. You go, girl!
Posted by: RD | 05 February 2009 at 14:42
Congrats to the winners! And p.s I love this blog here of yours... BEAUTIFUL photography at it's finest!
Posted by: DAKOTA | 05 February 2009 at 11:44
Congratulations to the goodie winners. Oh, Tara. It's just like you to want to give a little bit more.
Posted by: Relyn | 05 February 2009 at 05:33
I am THRILLED! Thank you in advance! Every day, I will hurry home to check the box for my surprise. This is such a sweet thing for you to do, Tara. Your announcement at my blog made my heart so happy today!
Posted by: Rebekah | 05 February 2009 at 04:47
Many congrats to the winners, especially YOU Tara...even though it was your draw...YOU are a winner to me. You are an awe inspiring, loveable, supportive friend.
I wish you many many more years of blogging, prosperity, personal success and happiness to your very core!!!
xoxo
Posted by: Gillian daSilva | 05 February 2009 at 04:10
Congrats to all! This is such a great picture! I have been listening to the "boss" today too. Seriously... it seems like stevie, the big man and all of the e street band only get better with time. : )
Posted by: Christina | 04 February 2009 at 23:37
Terri, thank you for your wonderful friendship and support. You've been along for almost the whole ride! How lucky am I! xoxox
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 04 February 2009 at 21:22
Dana, when I read your comment, I was listening to Springsteen's new album! So glad you won; hope it's the harbinger of many good things to come for you.
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 04 February 2009 at 21:21
To quote Bruce Springsteen.....You're my Lucky Day.....
thank you Tara. I'm stoked!
Posted by: dana | 04 February 2009 at 21:09
Congratulations to the lucky winners - and blogiversary congratulations to you, dear Tara! Though I'm late to the party - Happy Third Blogiversary!
Your writing and photography bring me so much deLight and illumination, every time I visit here.
Wishing you and your blog, many, many more happy years in the blogosphere - may your light shine on and on~XOXO
Posted by: tinker | 04 February 2009 at 20:05