Petals from pink blossoms scattered on the street where I live.
Breaking news: Senator Arlen Specter, a Republican since 1966, has just announced he is switching parties! Specter said he decided to become a Democrat because the Republicans had "moved too far to the right."
Meanwhile, Texas Governor Rick Perry called for secession from the Union; then appealed to the federal government for help, at the first sign of swine flu. Talk about an abrupt about-face! And the Republicans continue to try to block Kathleen Sibelius to head Health and Human Services. Seems like we need someone in that position at the moment, politics aside. Of course in this case, it's a little like casting pearls before swine. I'm so tired of certain politicans putting their own interests ahead of the people.
Speaking of swine (flu), I'm not exactly thrilled to be getting on an Atlanta-bound plane early tomorrow morning, especially after the European Union health commissioner cautioned against non-essential travel to the US and Mexico. But I suspect attending my daughter's wedding in Savannah counts as essential.
Thanks for all your lovely email and good wishes. Will catch up with you next week!
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No wonder your photos made it to the front cover of a magazine. This is so beautiful.
Greetings from London.
Posted by: A Cuban In London | 06 May 2009 at 16:00
I know you are very busy right now, but when life is at a more normal pace, pop by today's post at dutchbaby, I have a little surprise for you.
Posted by: dutchbaby | 05 May 2009 at 23:32
Your daughter's wedding - absolutely essential!!! Congratulations to one and all, how very very exciting. The news here in California (I assume the wedding is in SF?) about the flu thing is that it's beginning to act like an ordinary flu. There are cases here and except for some school closings because of unfortunately timed Mexico field trips, no one is wearing masks or doing anything different it seems.
Posted by: Laume | 05 May 2009 at 03:54
Oh Congratulations!! Weddings are such joyous occasions - enjoy every moment.
Posted by: Kay | 03 May 2009 at 09:27
Hi Tara,
Have a wonderful time. Enjoy Jordanna's wonderful occasion!
I feel you surrounded in a protective light!
Today is the day your daughter is a married woman.
Thinking great thoughts.
With love
and joy,
Constance
Posted by: Rochambeau | 03 May 2009 at 00:48
I am thinking about you constantly!!! May the wedding be bliss!! Can't wait for details!! Kiss Jordana and congratulate her and then tell her that ones from me!! ;) xoxoxo
Posted by: A Fanciful Twist | 02 May 2009 at 23:21
Bonjour Tara! I cannot comment on Typepad for some reason! I hope you have a great time in Savannah!
Posted by: pam aries | 02 May 2009 at 14:37
Best wishes to the beautiful bride and lucky groom! Wishing you the happiest of trips too, dear Tara!
(I'm not sure if this will all appear, as only half my comment is showing as I type it!) But the wishes are heartfelt and sincere. Be well, have a safe trip and make merry when you get there! Bon voyage - Enjoy the happy day~Bisous XOXOXO
Posted by: tinker | 01 May 2009 at 22:35
Best wishes to Jordana and her husband to be! And no kissing all the gusts for yuo! LOL
Be careful and enjoy yourself. xoxo
Posted by: Gillian daSilva | 01 May 2009 at 13:34
PS -- I also meant to say, Congratulations and enjoy the celebration! We look forward to photos!
Posted by: jeanie | 30 April 2009 at 22:01
Gasp! That's a stunner!
Go, Arlen. Almostto 60!
Safe travels. That flu is a little scary -- I wonder about it with my upcoming flight but right now, you do what you can!
Posted by: jeanie | 30 April 2009 at 22:01
Congratulations to the happy couple and to you as well!
I'm sure it will be absolutely lovely, and a very happy day!
Posted by: Wonders Never Cease | 30 April 2009 at 06:18
I hope your trip is lovely and kissed with sweetness.
I just have to say, Rick Perry is an embarrassment to me as a Texan!
Posted by: www.google.com/accounts/o8/id?id=AItOawnUc1-mPFyGttuhZYEuCaASHbm4AMd_ZNM | 30 April 2009 at 06:02
What a wonderful occasion! Enjoy every minute...and may your daughter and her husband have a long, happy life together!
Posted by: Becca | 30 April 2009 at 02:45
I know that street :)
Do you know, my dad used the word 'swine' as a curse word. In NZ it's not uncommon to say, 'He's a bit of a swine' if you're saying someone's not at all nice. Well ... my dad's generation anway.
Travel safe!
xo
Posted by: Di | 29 April 2009 at 19:50
Beautifulllllll! I would love to be under that tree photographing.
Posted by: Seeb | 29 April 2009 at 01:57
Happy Happy!
I wish all beauty and health for you and your daughter!
Posted by: Chris | 29 April 2009 at 00:50
Be safe! I love you!
; )
PS: I love that street. I hope for you to show me that area one day. Wink
Posted by: Christina | 29 April 2009 at 00:15
Tara ---
Your daughters' wedding is just about as Essential as it comes!
We all await the photos .... .
Jjjjj
Posted by: judith | 28 April 2009 at 22:47
Hope the wedding goes well!
Posted by: Katherine | 28 April 2009 at 21:47
Have a joyous, joyous trip and stay here in the Peach State! Best wishes to your daughter and her intended.
((On a side note, did you hear the news that Arlen Specter, R-PA has switched?! When the MN Sup. Ct. confirms Franken, the Dems will have a filibuster-proof majority:)))
Posted by: Barbara | 28 April 2009 at 19:34
I hear ya! My daughter lives in Southern California and I am none too happy! As for Texas, you gotta love politics in the USA! Dear God!
Beautiful and peaceful photo as usual... Thank you, for I consider these little gifts to enlighten the spirit!
Posted by: MiddleAgedWomanBlogging | 28 April 2009 at 18:34
Oh yes, safe travels.....why do I feel this is then 'next big thing' to inspire fear in us, as others above has said take normal precautions (airline travel is ALWAYS a great way to get sick) AND enjoy the wedding....I cannot even imagine how lovely Savannah will be this time of year!!!
x..x
Posted by: stephanie | 28 April 2009 at 17:06
Nothing like a good plague story to get us all wobbly kneed. A face mask could become this year's must have accessory. Take care though. Great pics, wonderful to be in Paris.
Posted by: Beetle | 28 April 2009 at 16:40
love photo... pearls before the swine.
my knees knock when I have to board the bus. congratulations to your lovely daughter on her big day. Are you CA bound?
Posted by: AscenderRisesAbove | 28 April 2009 at 16:24
Beautiful blossoms. I wish you a great trip. Best wishes to the bride, groom, m-o-b and f-o-b. Stay healthy!
Posted by: dutchbaby | 28 April 2009 at 16:14
My daughter, son-in-law, and granddaughter were boarding a plane for a week's holiday in Mexico just as the news was breaking. They're far away from the centres of concern, but a grandma/mom still worries. Still, considering the risks we've normalized as acceptable each day (apparently here in Canada, 4000 die annually of 'regular' flu -- 30,000 in the U.S., I believe) the panic over this latest threat is predictably overdone. As Yoli says, above, follow recommended precautions, but above all, enjoy the wedding. Best wishes to the bride and groom!
(and I love this photo of the chestnut blooms -- charming.)
Posted by: materfamilias | 28 April 2009 at 15:59
Just take the necessary universal precautions. If you have some pretty gloves wear them, no matter how old fashioned it might seem. Wash your hands often, have some Purell in your purse if you cannot get to a bathroom to wash your hands. Wishing you the best, I am so excited for you and Jordana!!!
Posted by: Yoli | 28 April 2009 at 15:12