Hymn of Promise

In the bulb there is a flower; in the seed, an apple tree; in cocoons, a hidden promise; butterflies will soon be free! In the cold and snow of winter there's a spring that waits to be, unrevealed until its season, something God alone can see.

There's a song in every silence, seeking word and melody; there's a dawn in every darkness, bringing hope to you and me. From the past will come the future; what it holds, a mystery, unrevealed until its season, something God alone can see.

In our end is our beginning; in our time, infinity; in our doubt there is believing; in our life, eternity. In our death, a resurrection; at the last, a victory, unrevealed until its season, something God alone can see. ~~ words & music by Natalie Sleeth, 1986 United Methodist Hymnal

Wednesday, June 10, 2009

Tablescape Thursday!

I'm joining everyone else over at Susan's @ http://betweennapsontheporch.blogspot.com/ for Tablescape Thursday! Everyone is doing it so be sure and go over there and check out all the beautiful tables!!!
My sister was in town for a couple of weeks. Unfortunately, I was sick with a sinus infection some of that time, but as soon as I got well we made our traditional trip to Old Time Pottery! Yes, blogging is turning me into a dishaholic! I bought 6 of these plates! I loved them! They look so summery to me! They were only a $1.99 each! They're marked "Home Goods". I bought the green and white ginham napkins too! I already knew exactly what placemats I would use. A friend gave me these for my birthday one year! I think it looks like a picnic!






I originally had my white Southern Living At Home bowls on top of the plates but I decided I like just the plain plates...no charger, no salad or bowl...just the colorful plates! The little pitcher was my grandmothers. I just thought it looked good with the plates! The red pottery vase is from Southern Living At Home! And the fleurs are real! Do you see the little frog? Just a touch of whimsy!

The stemware I bought at Old Time Pottery last winter! The flatware is our Oneida we got when we married! We're a tad low on forks now! (25 years later!)

Thanks for stopping by! God Bless! Lauralu :)
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40 comments:

  1. Bargain Decorating with LaurieJune 10, 2009 at 9:14 PM

    Laura, this table is just so "happy"! The colors just make me smile, and I love the mixture of patterns. You are so good at that. That's not something I can do - mix the stripes, the checks, the florals, and have it end up looking this great!Shoot, I want to go to Old Time Pottery now. Those plates are just so pretty. laurie

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  2. Confessions of a Plate AddictJune 10, 2009 at 9:22 PM

    Hi Lauralu! Your tablescape is so pretty and summery! And I love the effect of the sun shining in on the table! Just gorgeous! And...you've got me pegged! I AM easily entertained! funny! I tell people that all the time!...hugs...Debbie

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  3. ellen bJune 10, 2009 at 9:42 PM

    Oh I do like the colors in your plates and scape. Very nice. I also like the light streaming in and the effect on the table :0)

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  4. niartistJune 10, 2009 at 9:47 PM

    Oh Lauralu, this is great - just great! I love every last detail! Amazing JOB! Thanks for sharing!

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  5. xinexJune 10, 2009 at 9:52 PM

    What a lively table, Laura Lu. I love Old Time Pottery but we have none here so I go whenever I am in FL. I really love your stemware, pretty colors! My dental appt. lasted almost 3 hrs. Have I told you how much I hate going to the dentist?..Christine

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  6. HeathahleeJune 10, 2009 at 10:05 PM

    Very pretty, Aunt Laura! We are getting low on teaspoons for some reason after only 14 years, so I can see how y'all would be low after 25! : )

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  7. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeJune 10, 2009 at 10:11 PM

    Everything is just so pretty. I love the glasses. They are just stunning. YOur silverware is gorgeous too. Such a pretty and inviting table. Hugs, Marty

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  8. JadehollowJune 10, 2009 at 10:35 PM

    Laura.. beautiful! I love the stemware!
    ~Hugs,
    Debbie

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  9. Michelle @ Sweet Something DesignJune 10, 2009 at 10:37 PM

    What a pretty table, I really like the plates! What a great price...you can afford to be a dishaholic!

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  10. TootsieJune 10, 2009 at 10:58 PM

    okay... there better be a place set for me!!! cause I'm coming over...and I am bringing my BIG PURSE to put those plates into!!!

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  11. UnknownJune 11, 2009 at 12:50 AM

    Your tablescape is beautiful! I love how the sun is streaming in, making everything look so magical and lovely!

    Thank you for sharing!

    Tina

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  12. Chari at Happy To DesignJune 11, 2009 at 1:02 AM

    Hello Dearheart...

    Just read your sweet note that you left for me! So glad that you stopped by...and thank you for the sweet comments!!!

    Oooh...your pretty summery table is charming, Girlfriend! I can certainly see why you couldn't pass up these pretty plates! You're right...they're so colorful and cheery...I love them! The pretty yellow and white plaid placemats are just perfect with the sunny dishes and I love the green gingham napkins! This table is gorgeous!!! Love your Grandma's pitcher and that adorable little froggy...too cute!!! Hehe!!! You did good, Girl!!! So what time is lunch?

    Darlin'...I'm still trying to catch up from our estate sale last weekend...I'm afraid that it really did me in. This fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue has gotten the best of me this week! Say a prayer for me, my friend! This is the first time I've even been to the computer for a couple of days. Sorry, I shouldn't complain...with a little rest I'll be fine!

    Have a terrific Thursday, Sweetie! I'll talk with you later...

    Love ya,
    Chari

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  13. Chari at Happy To DesignJune 11, 2009 at 1:03 AM

    Ooops...just me again! Hehe! Just wanted to tell you that I like your pretty summery blog dress too! Love that gorgeous header photo!!!

    Chari

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  14. Barb June 11, 2009 at 9:22 AM

    Hi Lauralu, your table is so pretty. It is so fresh and alive! I love the way you caught the light streaming across the table. Just delicious!!

    Hugs, Barb

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  15. Designs on 47th StreetJune 11, 2009 at 9:23 AM

    Laura, this is such a bright and cheerful tablescape. I truly love you.

    Great find on those pretty, pretty dishes! I know you were thrilled to find those.

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  16. UnknownJune 11, 2009 at 10:41 AM

    Very pretty and summery table!!! The glasses are perfect with it!

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  17. movingonladyJune 11, 2009 at 12:48 PM

    I love the dishes and the glasses but what I love the most is the little red vase. This vase is a Southern Living at HOME vase.
    Very cute tablescape

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  18. ~~RhondaJune 11, 2009 at 12:52 PM

    A beautiful tablescape. I LOVE the stemware! ~~Rhonda

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  19. Cindy J.June 11, 2009 at 1:56 PM

    Yikes.. I hope this goes through..I am really having trouble leaving comments... Oh Lauralu..this is so wonderful..happy, colorful and just plain beautiful..Love the sun dappled photos.. you have such a gift.. We are doing pretty good.. thank-you for checking up on us.. Love, Cindy

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  20. CindyJune 11, 2009 at 3:27 PM

    That is a beautiful tablescape!!!

    Regarding your comment. I'm fairly sure I'm going to strip my tabletop but it won't be until at least next month. There is something happening every weekend in June...it's crazy!

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  21. Julio MuaoJune 11, 2009 at 4:55 PM

    Beautiful table Laura. I love the etched stemware. The plates were an excellent find! I cannot believe they were only $1.99. That is a steal of a deal. Great job.

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  22. ChandyJune 11, 2009 at 5:16 PM

    New to your blog! What a pretty table! Your stemware are gorgeous!

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  23. bjJune 11, 2009 at 6:31 PM

    Such a beautiful table. I adore your pretty plates. The whole thing, with sunshine on it, looks so summery and sweet.

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  24. JadehollowJune 11, 2009 at 8:30 PM

    Sweet Lauralu...
    Thank you so much for the comforting words you left regarding the loss of my beloved Binks. I do miss her terribly.. but do feel comfort from so many like you. I'm truely blessed to have such wonderful friends here in Blogland.
    Hugs,
    Debbie

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  25. {Bellamere Cottage}June 13, 2009 at 1:53 AM

    LauraLu!!!!!!!!!!

    I LOVE it! I gasped when I opened the page. It's soooooo pretty. The colors are so pretty....it's soooo fresh!

    Thanks for the sweet wishes for my boy. He's just the BEST! I adore him.

    Hugs,
    Spence

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  26. Melissa MillerJune 15, 2009 at 11:25 AM

    ~WOW! This is a gorgeous and vibrant tablescape Laura! ~Wonderful job.

    I hope your summer is going well.
    ~Warmly, Melissa :)

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  27. santamakerJune 15, 2009 at 5:11 PM

    What a fun and colorful tablescape!
    Congrats on making the cover of Curves! You are one very beautiful lady!

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  28. susanJune 17, 2009 at 9:47 AM

    Laura--I hope you will find this eventually--The reception was a the zoo and we had no power until 45 minutes before we got there and then only partial with generators! Fortunatley the bride never knew the drama going on during the day and the mother of the bride (EEEK) was able to remain calm! I just had to use that trust that we both know about--that it would be okay or we would be given the strength to handle it! Now we need to have lunch. I want to see your magazine cover!

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  29. AnonymousJune 17, 2009 at 1:23 PM

    Hello friend! Thank you so much for coming by and saying hi! I am out under a tree in the garden taking it easy when I should be getting that breakfast nook of ours done!! I have been so wiped out from the last 4 or 5 weeks of stuff that just can't hardly see straight- If that ol fibromylgia stuff would just take a hike I might would have some lovely pictures of the room! We did get a contract on our house in NM after 2 years of being on the market- PTL!! Would you pray that all would go through ok- we are owner financing it and always are a little hesitant of if the buyer will be a responsibible one- it's almost like having a renter till you get your last payment!

    So have you started your fan club yet after that great write up in the magazine!!!

    blessings
    mary

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  30. xinexJune 18, 2009 at 8:41 PM

    Thank you, Laura Lu for coming and for your sweet comment. You have a nice week!...Christine

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  31. AnonymousJune 18, 2009 at 10:06 PM

    Hi LauraLu! Oh, I love your table! The dishes and that stemware is so gorgeous! It's so nice to hear from you! I adore the song from "Phantom" playing on your blog!
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  32. Chari at Happy To DesignJune 19, 2009 at 8:33 AM

    Mornin' Girlfriend...

    Got a the coffee on? I would just love sitting at your pretty summery table for a cup this mornin'! Hehe!!! It's such a pleasure to be greeted by such a pretty summery table!!!

    It was so nice to have you come by...loved reading the sweet note that you left for me! Glad you enjoyed all of my apothecary jar and cloches this week...although, I'm sure that you seen most of those before! They were an easy post since I've been busy trying to get ready for vacation. We're leaving Saturday and I think I'm finally ready! Hehe! I'm so slow...it takes me days to get things done! Sheeesh!!! My friend, asking a favor...please keep me in your prayers! This long car trip is going to be really hard on me unless the Lord intervenes...I'm so excited to get to see all my girls and grandkids but I'm really dreading the long trip. We're going to split the driving up into two days...we'll stay overnight in a motel half way there. I sure will miss you...we'll have some catching up to do when I get home!

    Love ya Sweetie,
    Chari

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  33. TomarieJune 21, 2009 at 8:57 PM

    This is stunning!! And I love your grandmother's pitcher! :-) L~

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  34. candyJune 21, 2009 at 11:52 PM

    HI
    I was blog hopping and came across your blog and thought Id say HI :)

    Candy

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  35. DarleneJune 25, 2009 at 10:47 AM

    I love your summery themed tablescape! Those dishes do just scream summer! Hope you are having a great one and thanks for stopping by and entering my giveaway.♥

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  36. Designs on 47th StreetJune 25, 2009 at 6:50 PM

    I*LOVE*IT!!!!!!!!! Perfect!! You are so right. Those gorgeous plates deserve to steal the show with no plates on top hiding their beauty. Lucky you to have that sweet pitcher from your grandmother.

    So sorry to hear you have been sick. Glad you mended so you could shop and set this pretty table for us to admire! ;)

    Donna

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  37. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeJune 26, 2009 at 4:35 PM

    Lauralu, you are so right, my new soup tureen would look fabulous with this tablescape. If you lived close by I would let you borrow it sometime. The fruit on your gorgeous plates have the exact same color as the fruit on the tureen. It just got here by the UPS truck and I just opened it up. What a beauty. I am so thrilled and feel really spoiled. Hugs, Marty

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  38. AnonymousJune 29, 2009 at 7:45 AM

    Hi Lauralu! I've missed you! What have you been up to? It was good to have you come to see me! Take care, Dear One,
    Be a sweetie,
    shelia ;)

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  39. Designs on 47th StreetJune 29, 2009 at 8:52 PM

    Laura, come by and see me when you have a moment. I finally got my draperies done with the fabric we both loved!

    Donna

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  40. Lynne (lynnesgiftsfromtheheart)July 2, 2009 at 11:40 AM

    What a lovely table. I love the dishes.. Have to say the stemware stole my heart. Wish we had a store like that close to us.. Hope all is well with you and yours.. Happy Fourth
    hugs ~lynne~

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Hello and God Bless! Thank you for visiting "Hidden Promise"! It's wonderful to get comments from you all! I think they are a great way to show our love, care and support of each other! Have a wonderful day! Lauralu :)

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