Sunday, January 2, 2011

Taking Down the tree


Holidays passed and gone...I did not even send my wishes for a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year... Not for a lack of trying... up in the morning at the wee hour, computer on my lap...and then...a new email expecting an immediate and urgent response, clients meetings, a tree to decorate, a meal to plan, my young cousin and her friends to attend to... worked late on New Years Eve, went home for our traditional fondue party, excused myself during our celebration to never return to the table. My guests (Thank God also my close friends) found me sound asleep on my bed.

So, this is a belated Happy New Year!

I never make resolutions for  New Year...I just have wishes and try to make them happen...I also reflect on the past year and give my thanks. Thank you for the most wonderful loving family which keeps me on my toes, especially my sons and their gang of friends with their various tribulations...(at least they maintain my spirit young), my friends, my business...this tough economy forces me to be alert and more creative than ever, and my clients who challenge me to think constantly outside of the box and allow me to live my passion for design...and my Interieurs team...I have great plans for all of us.

One wish though...I would love to meet my blogging friends and hope our paths will cross.

Now the fun stuff...off to live my true passion.



WISHING YOU ALL THE VERY BEST FOR 2011

BONNE ANNEE


Posted by Francine Gardner at 3:08 PM
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15 comments:

  1. quintessenceJanuary 2, 2011 at 3:25 PM

    Your tree looks as beautiful down as it did up!! Like a sparkling holiday Dutch still life. And lucky you you're on the slopes - I have to wait a bit!! A very happy new year to you.

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  2. Jacqueline @ HOMEJanuary 2, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    Oh Francine,
    You must have worked so hard to be so tired. You certainly must have needed the sleep !! We seemed to do something everyday and it was only New Years Day that we finally flopped down on the sofas and watches Tim Burton's 'Alice in Wonderland'. No 3D unfortunately but it was still good.
    Wishing you and your family a wonderful 2011 filled with joy, happiness and many special moments. Thank you too for all of your lovely comments and support throughout 2010. With much love. XXXX

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  3. Teresa Hatfield ~ Splendid SassJanuary 2, 2011 at 5:41 PM

    Happy New Year, Francine! I hope that all of your wishes come true in 2011.
    Have a nice evening.
    Teresa
    xoxo

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  4. Julie@beingRUBYJanuary 2, 2011 at 8:21 PM

    Hi Francine
    I think you have the perfect aspirations for the new year.. I don't make resolutions either.. but hope to find the right path...

    Have a lovely lovely year.. with much success and happiness... good health and best wishes to you and yours!! xxx Julie

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  5. LPCJanuary 2, 2011 at 11:39 PM

    Happy New Year! Beautiful pictures:).

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  6. KarenaJanuary 3, 2011 at 2:01 AM

    Francine you are wonderful and always so supportive! I have a 2011 wish on my site.

    Happy New Years!

    Xoxo
    Karena
    Art by Karena

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  7. quintessenceJanuary 3, 2011 at 6:43 AM

    Thought I left a comment yesterday - ah the occasional wonders of modern technology. Just wanted to tell you that your tree looks as lovely down as it did up - like a beautiful sparkling Dutch still life. Slopes look like fun- haven't made it there yet - hopefully soon! Best wishes for a happy new year!

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  8. Beadboard UpCountryJanuary 4, 2011 at 4:51 AM

    Oh Good that beautiful treeis coming down and i coundn't even get mine out of the attic!I did look Christmasy though...... I know whatever you do in 2011 it will be inspiring and artistic. Looking forward to what you will come up with!!!!!!Maryanne xo

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  9. Emily A. ClarkJanuary 4, 2011 at 9:23 PM

    I love that first picture. Perfectly sums up how I feel after Christmas is over :)

    Always appreciate your comments on my blog. Hope you have a wonderful new year!

    Emily

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  10. red tickingJanuary 4, 2011 at 11:35 PM

    peace and happiness to you dear friend... we will meet soon...
    take time for you... all of the other stuff will always be there...
    live your life to the fullest... xx

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  11. Lisa PorterJanuary 5, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    Dear Francine,
    We do what we can do. Thank goodness that all who know you well, know where your heart is.
    I think i get more and more behind every year. The child in me still wants to get it all out and put it all up.
    So here we are, thank goodness in a brand new year, and aren't we lucky because we both know that the true ornament of a home, is the family that lives there!
    I wish you all the best Francine and would adore meeting up with you too!
    xo Lisa

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  12. Dumbwit TellherJanuary 5, 2011 at 10:54 AM

    Hello Francine - what I so admire about you is your ability to live life to it's fullest. You are such an active woman and are always gracious with your appreciation for adventure and your love for your family. Just proves to show you how much of yourself you gave to the holiday season @ Interieurs. As for your Christmas fondue party what a marvelous tradition. I use to love to have fondue. Time to break out those forks again!

    Have a marvelous time skiing the fluffy white slopes. A great way to start the New Year right. I agree with my friend Lisa, I too would adore meeting you in 2011.

    Cheers x Deb

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  13. CarlaJanuary 5, 2011 at 1:01 PM

    HI francine,, Sounds like you had a lot on.. It's is strange the build up to Christmas, like we have to finish everything to restart a week later.. Hope you survived. Carla

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  14. La Petite GalleryJanuary 5, 2011 at 9:02 PM

    Just finished taking mine down. I get sad, because it is almost a living thing in the room and so magical.
    I'll miss the lights. That done,
    sending you warm wishes for a wonderful New Year.

    yvonne

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  15. Mélanie A.January 6, 2011 at 6:33 AM

    Bonne année . Hope 2011 will be sweet and rich

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