The Closest I Came To Kentucky Derby

May 9, 2013June 16, 2014 / ludlumdrive / Leave a comment

I have always been fascinated with Kentucky Derby, the pageantry, the hats, the attires, the colors, the horses, the jockeys, the purse… so, I let run my fantasy of attending one on TV. So, I watch it religiously but I got one step closer to my dream this past weekend. I was invited to the Women’s Club Garden Party. Huh?! Yes, you heard me right, Garden Party.

I have no idea why I was invited, well my friend did me in as she was just looking for us to have fun because trust me I don’t garden, it has never been my cup of tea. I just don’t see the enjoyment on getting my hands dirty. I am all about indoor decor and nothing with the outside. I leave it to the experts. Yeah, there are the gloves but still, the thought of something crawly surfacing out of nowhere, just makes me quiver. However, those who do enjoy it, find it fascinating and relaxing. Hum, ok!

So, there I was celebrating anything and everything Kentucky Derby minus the horses, the jockeys, off course.

We put on our best hats, decked out in our best dresses, made the tastiest Hors d’œuvre, calories not included, oops discussed off course and there we were, mingling, conversing anything and everything garden. Oh boy! Cheers!

I run with my customary menu I hate lizards story, it suits me and it is true, those creatures of the world just make my skin quiver, took a few pictures and that was the end of it, I supposed.
There were the usual suspects, however, the contest for the best hat, best dresses and more but overall we had a beautiful and joyous Saturday afternoon. Yes that was the closest I came to Kentucky Derby mind you but I am still dreaming. It is on my bucket list. Kentucky, here I come!

Amore Dinner – A little Ikea On All Of Us

February 12, 2013June 16, 2014 / ludlumdrive / Leave a comment

From IKEA Elly dish towel to awesome aprons, an introduction to our Amore Dinner!

In preparation to a ten day choir pilgrimage to Italy, our Choir held an Italian Dinner party at the Church Parish wall. Let’s face it, we are not event planners but after this one event, we matter as well be. The dinner came out without a stitch and we have none other then ourselves to pat on the back. Job well done!

The theme was Amore and amore it was: cozy, warm, festive…

We were all “professionals”. So, we had “ushers”, “waiters”, “servers”, “bartenders” and “a band”. We had it all and we had fun.

We needed uniform, cohesiveness, consistency; so, we decided to tweak the IKEA Elly dish towel into handsome aprons. What a concept huh? Voila!

Step one: Do it yourself.

Step Two: Help others.

Step Three: Strike a pose. Smile. Everyone looked beautiful.

Merry Christmas, Switzerland!

December 24, 2012January 5, 2015 / ludlumdrive / Leave a comment

Christmas tree at Center Commercial du Balexert, Geneva.

Christmas light decor at Rolex Center.

They are not big on light or Chrismas decor here. So, I was surprised to se this display and could not wait to share it with you. Perhaps that energy bill at the end of the month is really important to them. There are very few and they are very poised, reserved about the whole Christmas shindig. Not as commercialized as one would think. As a matter of fact, I only saw them rushing to the supermaket on the 24th. It was crowded but not as busy and everyone was on their best behavior.

A few ornaments I found in a shopping center in Geneva.