Elvis…Is IN the Building
you never know who you'll run into at the flower show
Ladies and gentleman, Elvis hasn’t left the building….he is in the building.
Well, okay. There’s a poster of Elvis inside the Cobb Galleria, not the King himself. But I bet he’d be here if he could. After all, one of his biggest songs was about a “hunk-a, hunk-a burning love” He’d fit right in, because Elvis was all about passion, and passion is the theme of this year’s show.
springtime is already here, inside the Galleria
Take a look above to see what I mean. Here’s a gorgeous display of begonias and primroses, created by a gardener with a passion for springtime flowers and colors. You’ll see these kinds of floral arrangements at the show.
Or how about the landscape entry below, designed to provide a romantic hideaway? It’s complete with a cozy fire pit, soft pillows for lounging, an afghan to toss over your shoulders if the evening gets chilly, and even a few books to read. Oh, look…is that a brochure for the flower show lying atop the basket? I believe it is. You’ll get your own copy when you visit, so you’ll have a handy map and schedule of the talks, demos, and displays.
passion: c'mon baby---light my fire(pit)
What’s that? You’re wondering: when I visit the show, what can I take home to my significant other, to get him or her interested in my passion for gardening? Problem solved; see below. There are fresh flowers for sale, as well as potted plants, tools, bird feeders, urns, wind chimes, gloves, orchids, and MUCH more for your garden–ahem, I mean, for your significant other. After all, you’re not buying for yourself, are you? (I did. But maybe that’s just me.)
take home a living gift for yourself or a friend
And while you’re at the show, pick up some ideas for setting your table for a romantic dinner when you get home—nothing like a delicious meal and the right atmosphere to create some passion, yes? Here’s “A Night of Passion Along the Nile,” created by the Roswell Garden Club. This won a first place trophy for the best tableau. You’ve got to see it in person—this snapshot doesn’t do it justice:
"Night on the Nile," 1st place winner in the "Rendevous for Two" category
I’ll have more to share with you tomorrow, including a line-up of wonderful authors that you can meet at Doug Robinson’s Eagle Eye Bookstore, located within the show. This is a great time to have your favorite writer sign a copy that you can give to someone special for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day—you get the idea.
I’ll see you at the show on Saturday, from 11 AM to 1 PM, when I’ll be signing copies of my book, Gardening with Heirloom Seeds.
Until then, meet me back here tomorrow for more pictures and news of the show!
cheers,
Lynn
www.LynnCoulter.com
Tags: Eagle Eye Books, Elvis, landscape