Tis the season! I can't lie, cards on the table...the oral surgery was a Goddess send. This has to be the most relaxed yuletide season I have ever had. Since I didn't know what to expect, I cleared most of my social calendar right through New Years, since I can't really eat much of anything expect soft foods and soups still, and while on the meds...no drinking. And THAT ALONE has almost ruined the gin industry for the season...but as of tomorrow, four of the meds are done. It's been the worst week and half of my life so far with no gin! But I digress I did however take my good friend the Dame and his hubby Russ up on an invitation to dinner, and the dears were even aware of what I could consume. I haven't seen them since the beach, and what with the Dame busy at the flower shop, all his corporate accounts and then decking the halls at the Governor's Mansion, there has been little time. It was great to get out of the house and dressed for dinner. The dear made a delicious French Onion Soup, garlic mashed potatoes, and a cranberry relish. It was the first time I was actually full. It was a wonderful evening with good close friends and being in the Dame's house is always a treat to see and behold the vintage touches...with look and wonder everywhere. I got home around 11pm and rested well with a full tummy, and a good flick.
Their dog Flyer after a treat.
The Dame is a huge fan of the Wizard of Oz...and has 33 of the 40 Oz books in the collection. And yes...he even has a pair of Ruby Slippers!
And the best part, the luvs sent me home with leftovers. I did have to drive however...my feet wouldn't fit in the ruby slippers to click my heels three times to get home in a snap.
When you were having oral surgery, some malware virus kept blocking your blog. I finally got rid of it. Glad you're on the mend and (despite no gin) and enjoying the holidays. Beautiful, inspiring photos! Jon
ReplyDelete'Twould be like living inside a wonderful, lovingly embellished Victorian snow globe. The winter whites do it for me.
ReplyDeleteA snowglobe is the perfect description.
DeleteYou are blessed to have a good close circle of friends. I'm so glad to ready you are doing so well after such extensive oral surgery. I can only imagine you enjoyed that dinner. And what is NOT to enjoy about the Dame's house. Such talents. Everything looks so inspiring...and much like your own home, there is always something in there is inspire me. Glad to read too he is doing so well with his floral shop and such. I'm sure an honor to decorate for Governor Shapiro.
ReplyDeleteA drag queens jewel box come to life!!!!! I love the Victorian style.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous decorations! And what a thoughtful and delicious meal was hosted for you. Too bad about the gin but it will be worth it in the long run.
ReplyDeleteMiss Haversham's house (without the cobwebs)!! It looks magical...
ReplyDeleteCount the days, dear - come Driekoningen, Hendricks distillery won't know what hit it!! Jx
I adore their home. It's so eccentric yet suits them. Not to mention doesn't looks like every other house.
DeleteWait? Over a week with no gin?!?!?!?! No wonder the universe is out of sync! Meanwhile the Capital Street Duo's home is gorgeous...as always. You need to do a video tour of it.
ReplyDeleteYes Pearl, you read that right. It seems like it's been forever.
DeleteAnd you know us drag queens love lots of sparkle and shine!!! What a charming home.
ReplyDeleteSo many great things to take in, like the well-appointed bar....How beautiful! The trees are spectacular. I love the flocked snow on it. And an organ! Dare I ask if you play one? I bet it was nice to get out...and nothing wrong with a nice, CALM holiday season.
ReplyDeleteTheir house is a beautiful Christmas wonderland. So good to read you are on the mend, and what thoughtful friends.:)
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That would put anyone in the mood for the holidays. So darn beautiful. I wish I had talent like that and the space to decorate more. Sounds like you had a nice evening Mistress. I love French Onion soup.
ReplyDeleteEven without the prose, judging by those pictured alone, I would have guessed you weren't in Kansas anymore.
ReplyDeleteOne can never have enough balls and tinsel I say.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely home! That has gotten me into the sprit. What thoughtful friends too not to mention what the season is for. Reminds me of a quote.
ReplyDelete“A good dinner is the foundation of happiness.” – Auguste Escoffier
What a stunning home! Just beautiful.
ReplyDeleteIsn't it comforting when friends know just what you need and put the effort in.
Hope your mouth is continuing to improve.
No gin? I can hardly believe it! Never mind, I shall have one for you. Xxx
One?
DeleteMagical is the word.
ReplyDeleteMinimalist you ain't and all the better for it.
Your home is a Wonderland.
Oh this isn't my house madam. This is a home of my good friends the Capital Street Duo. My own house is much more minimal.
DeleteBeautiful, elegant, and grand. A true winter wonderland. And that fully stocked bar. Poor you. Liquor, liquor everywhere nor any drop to drink.
ReplyDeleteThat looks fabulous!
ReplyDeleteOh, love the house!
ReplyDeleteAnd that was such a nice gesture!!!
Glad to see you are (kind of) back to being social!!
XOXO
This is the couple that I told you need to have one of them home tours.
DeleteMade me smile this morning. That is one huge organ (not the first time that has been heard.)
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely house, but I'm very glad I don't have to do the dusting....or do you loan out the house boys?
ReplyDeleteLoan out house boys? Oh no. They have their own Supply.
DeleteThe Dame's white Xmas tree and other decorations positively GLOW against the Victorian hunting lodge decor... and how kind of your friends to treat you to a savoury dinner that you could actually eat! Since you've been such a good boy this year, Maddie, perhaps Santa will bring you a red sequinned pair of Crocs...
ReplyDeleteTheir home is absolutely gorgeous. It's like being inside a snow globe. And I better not get a pair of sequins red Crocs! Or Old Saint Nick will be getting them up his backside!
DeleteAnd without gun oil, eh? AHAHAHAHA!
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