Friday, March 7, 2014

A Wee Bit 'O Spring In The Front Hall

I was so busy yesterday with some 
projects that I almost forgot to take
pictures for a post this morning.
But, never fear, I can always
come up with something.

So-here you have it-
SOMETHING!
Something Springy and lovely
in the front hall.
Sorry- I  know it is a tad out of focus-
Kind of like my eyes in the morning.

The bottom has an Irish greeting
for St. Patrick's Day.
Overall, it looks like this.
~Erin Go Bragh~
I am adding this after someone
commented they had to look it up.
You know what THAT means
 someone that is 
NOT IRISH reads my blog!!
Whoo Hooo
Anyway-
Erin Go Bragh means
Ireland Forever
MyHero said he thinks it looks like a 
FUNERAL ARRANGEMENT

I told him THAT COULD BE arranged!.
And YOU know what I mean by that!

your photo name

58 comments:

Susie said...

Diana, That is very pretty. Also funny the way you and your Hero banter back and forth. I have a feeling that man never tops you. LOL Hope you are getting some thawing today. xoxo,Susie

Musings from Kim K. said...

I love it. I've seen my share of funeral arrangements (my parents own a funeral home) and I don't think it looks like one. Happy Friday!

Linda said...

I know I have some Irish blood, but never even thought of St. Pat's Day but of wearing green. Didn't want any pinching! So I had to consult Wiki for the Erin Go Bragh. Beautiful display. Linda@Wetcreek Blog

Cecilia said...

Haha, trust a guy to say something like that! I think it's pretty and a nice Spring touch!

Jettie said...

Men have the weirdest sense of taste, that is a beautiful arrangement, looks nothing funerally, at all.

Maria Elena said...

Lovely arrangement, Diana! Yup! That would be something my husband would say. LOL

Jackie See said...

Love the green! I am part Irish, part English and German! It is sunny and going to be warmer here today. We will be heading 80 miles to the city today so that I can look for window dressings/drapes. I will be wearing my sunglasses today, yea!!!!! Go green!

Liz@ HomeandGardeningWithLiz said...

Oh gosh! LOL on his comment and yours! I bought a little sign with the same phrase and had to look it up. Now we know!
Hooray we're warming up here (even if it's temporary)!!

Karen thisoldhouse2.com said...

LOL.... would he like it to be his? :-)

Kim said...

Haha! You would think that after all these years of marriage they would just learn to say, "It looks lovely, honey!" Well I think it looks lovely and I am definitely not Irish...at all. Not even a wee speck! ;) Happy March!!

Patty Patterson said...

Let's not be arranging any funerals any time, soon. Those are no fun... and we know that you were born to have fun. Anyway - the arrangement looks beautiful.

Vee said...

Oh no, he didn't?! LOL. It's springy, festive, and timely...in other words—perfect!

Penny @ Penny's Vintage Home said...

Only a man would see a funeral arrangement instead of a gorgeous spring arrangement!...gotta love um! Hugs, Penny

Stephanie said...

Chuckling right now :) I think it's lovely and I am sure it will put a smile on any guests face. Hugs to you, Diana!

Shirley@Housepitality Designs said...

Oh I had to laugh at your last comments!...Beautiful arrangement to welcome Spring!...Have a great weekend!

Tessa~ Here there be musing said...

Don't apologize for fuzzy pics, not a bit. I love, love, love some fuzziness in pics. Especially of flowers. And I can't always 'capture' them, in that lovely gauzzzzzzzzy way.

In other words, embrace any gauzzzzzzzzzy-effect photos, you take.

:-)))))

Beth said...

Since I am half Irish I love your flower arrangement.

Simply LKJ said...

Hubby's comment is hysterical! Love the bright purple. And yes, I am one of those that's not Irish reading.

Our Hopeful Home said...

Thanks for reminding me. it's time to hang my big shamrock on our front door:) Hope the hubs survives this one!
xoKathleen

Junkchiccottage said...

Ha Ha Ha Diana. OMG!!!!! "It can be arranged" too funny. I needed this today. Thanks for the LOL! Have a good week end.
Kris

Anonymous said...

LOL! It's very pretty. Wishing you guys a nice weekend.

~Lavender Dreamer~ said...

I love your flowers....you know I love me some lavender and purple! Have a good day my friend! Sweet hugs!

Ron said...

RIP! LOL!!!! Enjoy the flowers during the cold of winter! xo

Debbie said...

What a beautiful arrangement, Diana! At least your hero knows the flowers for "someone's" funeral will be pretty.
Enjoy your weekend, lovely lady.
xo

Something Nice and Pretty said...

Well, I'm Irish but don't know how much...my maternal great grandparents were from County Down, Ireland and my mom could make the BEST corn beef and cabbage!
Your husband is so funny!

Linda said...

Whether it looks like a funeral arrangement or not....it's a welcome sign of spring!!!!

Connie said...

Good Morning Diana, You were my first big laugh of the day . . . thank you . . . I needed it :)
Keep Smiling.
Your blogging sister, Connie :)

Anonymous said...

You always make me smile! I told my hubby that this morning! There must be something in the water! I think your arrangement is lovely and refreshing! I'm ready to welcome Spring too!

Anonymous said...

oh how I love purple, you always make me smile, you truly do,

Julie Marie said...

Love your Springtime flowers Diana!... Happy weekend to you, xoxo Julie Marie

Debby said...

Pretty. Yes, bring on the flowers. It's warm here today - 50 - but snow still piled up. Have a good week-end.

cards4ubylouise and other treasures said...

Lovely flowers Diana...I like anything purple. When I go on Etsy, I favor all things purple, so I most certainly would favor your flowered picture. Your husband is funny, I like your come-back, brought a chuckle this morn. It's gonna be in the 30's this weekend...yay...spring is coming!!

Nellie said...

Great springtime arrangement, Diana! Ireland forever! I've a wee bit of Irish blood in me, too. xo Nellie

Lisa @ Texas Decor said...

Your last comment in the post was too funny!! I love the Irish greeting and those purple flowers are gorgeous!! It makes me think of all the flowers I would love to grow here, but it's just too hot. Oh well. :) Hope your weekend is a good one!

camp and cottage living said...

I thought it looked like those special candelabras at the end of each pew from my wedding-very pretty!
Thank you for the Irish translation, I never would have guessed.
Did you paint the sign yourself?

Laura @ duke manor farm said...

I dont know who makes me laugh more...you or hero.have a great weekend.

Ruth Kelly said...

I think it looks beautiful - love the candles with the flowers.

Red Rose Alley said...

Diana,
I am so impressed with you. You have lovely things in your home as well as trying to keep an active blog going. How do you do it all, my friend? I really love the flower arrangement and it automatically caught my eye, as Purple is my favorite color!

The 'Ireland Forever' sign adds a special touch. Have a nice weekend, dear.

Love,
~Sheri

Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your Home said...

Ha...so funny! Very pretty Diana, have a GREAT weekend...
Blessings,
Cindy

Sherry at The Rusty Pearl said...

He is so funny .. YOU and your hero make the perfect pair my friend. YOUR blog makes me smile. Thank you honey bee.. xoxox HUGS

Gert said...

Sorry..but I think your hubby is wrong...I love your flowers and flag! How pretty!?

Blessings,
Gert

This N That said...

Maybe it's the candles but I don't think I ever saw Lilacs at a funeral..

Laurie said...

Careful, Hero, be very careful.

Tete said...

You know he's right...it does look like a funeral basket. But those are the most beautiful arrangements, so maybe you should just take it as a compliment. I love it- looks like spring there.

joanne said...

your hero...he's a funny one, that one!

Kelly said...

Well, I'm told I have some Irish in me, but obviously not enough, because I didn't know what that meant either! LOL! I can see why your husband thought it looked liked a funeral arrangement. It looks like it could be in a church because of the candles mixed with the flowers and it's a big arrangement. I think it's very pretty though!

Leena Milligan Lanteigne said...

LOL! Your Hero cracks me up! Hey, maybe your flower arrangement will cause the snow to melt and spring to come! Let's hope so! Hugs, Leena

Mary@mydogsmygardenandmary said...

You are so funny..... Flower arrangement looks good. I think your hero likes to tease you...
Have a great weekend.
Mary

Wsprsweetly Of Cottages said...

Yikes! I thought the same thing..I thought it was something from an Irish Wake! Heh heh!
I TEASING YOU!! It's lovely.. We are Duffy's and I have an Erin and a granddaughter named Ireland. Of course both actually have the same name.

Cindy (Applestone Cottage) said...

I thinks its lovely Diana! Anything with flowers and green this time of year works for me.
I am excited to hear about the new baby coming too, wow, another one to love!
Lets hope we are on our way to spring, I know the whole state of Wisconsin is in a funk and ready.
Oh and you still are the most popular blogger around!!
Hugs friend and fellow tough Wisconsin gal,
Cindy

bj said...

Hey...ANY colorful flowers work for me. I think it's a beautiful arrangement...

Celestina Marie said...

Lovely entry hall display Diana. Green and purple are always so pretty together. Ireland Forever!!
Have a great weekend. Hugs and Blessings!

Donna-s Lair said...

Love the radiant orchid...LOL! Really, very pretty! Girl, you have the best come-backs!! Such a talented lady..in every way! How is pregnant red doing these days!!??

{oc cottage} said...


Ɖire go deo! {says the mcAmerican ;} funeral arrangement! tooooooo funny!!! silly boys!

m ^..^

Amy at Ms. Toody Goo Shoes said...

Your wee bit o' spring packs a lot of punch! Very pretty! And, as always, you had me laughing at the end!

Patty Antle said...

haha. I didn't know what erin go bragh meant so thanks for clarifying it for me!

Gypsy Heart said...

Funny girl! :) I don't mean to be ugly but I kinda think it looks like a funeral arrangement too. I have a "thing" about funeral flowers.

xo
Pat

J said...

LOL oh my gosh - I wish I could be a leprechaun hiding in the petals of your arrangement and chuckling all day at the funnies you and "your hero" exchange! Funeral arrangement? Naw! It's a pretty and fresh and a much needed burst of spring!
And if my own "hero" were to make that comment, I'd say the usual, "Don't even bother picking a fight with me - you'll never win!" He knows that!