It's once again time for Vee's Note Card Party. It's a lot of fun, with interesting selections from many bloggers. You never know what's going to turn up as someone's choice for note cards. The idea is to find four photos, previously published on your blog, that you think worthy to be made into note cards.
This month, it's all about chocolate. For me, dessert is best when chocolate is involved. I know several people who don't really like chocolate. Does. not. compute.
Nothing completes a meal, for me, like a little bit of chocolate, preferably dark and intense.
Did you catch the other theme going on here? Fruit! Chocolate + Fruit = YUM, although I confess to sometimes eating the fruit first so I can enjoy the chocolate last, without any other competing flavours.
Does it seem frivolous to you to be thinking about chocolate and fruit on a day when people mourn, when life, for some, has been shattered? It does to me. Then, I think, what is the goal of these people who, in their twisted minds, wreak such havoc upon the world? Is not their goal the destruction of all that is beautiful and lovely? Do they not want to create insecurity and have people live in fear? When we cease to live our lives as we normally do, the terrorists and evil have won.
From our little island far away from Boston, 30 people traveled to run the marathon. One of them was a co-worker of my husband. When she was finally able to call (the cell towers were jammed), she told him that she had crossed the finish line two minutes before the blasts.
I will pray, and I will care, and I will grieve with those who grieve. I will continue to live my life trusting God, and giving thanks for the beauty of life.
Enjoy the beauty over at Vee's Card Party today. We're likely to be a little subdued, but the gathering will be a pleasant way to spend some time together.
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| French Silk Pie |
This month, it's all about chocolate. For me, dessert is best when chocolate is involved. I know several people who don't really like chocolate. Does. not. compute.
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| Chocolate Mousse filled Chocolate Roll with Chocolate Sauce |
Nothing completes a meal, for me, like a little bit of chocolate, preferably dark and intense.
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| Raspberry Chocolate Tart |
Did you catch the other theme going on here? Fruit! Chocolate + Fruit = YUM, although I confess to sometimes eating the fruit first so I can enjoy the chocolate last, without any other competing flavours.
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| Salted Caramel Chocolate Sauce |
Does it seem frivolous to you to be thinking about chocolate and fruit on a day when people mourn, when life, for some, has been shattered? It does to me. Then, I think, what is the goal of these people who, in their twisted minds, wreak such havoc upon the world? Is not their goal the destruction of all that is beautiful and lovely? Do they not want to create insecurity and have people live in fear? When we cease to live our lives as we normally do, the terrorists and evil have won.
From our little island far away from Boston, 30 people traveled to run the marathon. One of them was a co-worker of my husband. When she was finally able to call (the cell towers were jammed), she told him that she had crossed the finish line two minutes before the blasts.
I will pray, and I will care, and I will grieve with those who grieve. I will continue to live my life trusting God, and giving thanks for the beauty of life.
Enjoy the beauty over at Vee's Card Party today. We're likely to be a little subdued, but the gathering will be a pleasant way to spend some time together.
OH mercy....you can't have a better card than one with pictures of chocolate...very pretty!
ReplyDeleteAll are yummy looking note cards but I like the raspberry chocolate tart the best. As a matter of fact, I like to dip fruit in chocolate. :-)
ReplyDeleteJudith
Oh bless your tender heart. You expressed it so well. These are beautiful note cards. Not liking chocolate does not compute with me either.
ReplyDeleteMnnnnnnnn chocolate!!!!
ReplyDeletewow, yummy views. i am in need of a bit of chocolate now. thank you. so tasty i bet. ( :
ReplyDeleteChocolate, oh dear, Lorrie. It all looks too delicious!
ReplyDeleteWe are so saddened by the horror of Boston. Our prayers are with all who were involved.
Hmmmm, somebody likes chocolate and berries. These are pretty -- and look delicious!!!
ReplyDeleteThese make my mouth water and I just had a little snack...strawberries! Sweet hugs!
ReplyDeleteLorrie, I love this theme and your photos are all delicious. I am happy your friends and neighbors who were at the marathon are safe. Visiting from Vee's. xo
ReplyDeleteOh, boy! Chocolate and berries ... heaven on earth! I'd buy a set! :D
ReplyDeleteHello Lori,
ReplyDeleteDo those people who do not like chocolate really exist?!!! Not in this area...
Delicious! Could you ship a piece of mousse this way, please? :o)
Gabriela
I do like your double theme here for your notecards--food--well triple: food, desserts, berries, and including recipes makes it all the sweeter, no pun intended!
ReplyDeletewe do have to carry on but it is an extremely hard time for so many and I am finding it really hard today. Glad to hear that your husband's co-worker is fine. Your choices today look good enough to eat!
ReplyDeleteBeautifully written, it's such a hard thing to comprehend...and it seems so many people are connected to the hideous events of yesterday. There were people from up here that just passed the finish line when it went off....
ReplyDeleteI want to dwell in the goodness, the chocolate, and my heart goes out to those affected.
Jen
Beautifully said Lorrie.
ReplyDeleteIt’s unfathomable.
Yes we will continue to share what is beautiful in our lives and pray to God for understanding.
Your note cards are evidence of this beauty.
Shane ♥
A beautiful post and beautiful words Lorrie. Thanks for sharing from your heart. Your photos are wonderful and each one looks delicious. I love chocolate so would really enjoy these as cards but even more in my tummy. Blessings, Pamela
ReplyDeleteHand me a spoon and bring on the chocolate! These are terrific for note cards.
ReplyDeleteThe latest tragedy is heartbreaking. I have a difficult time understanding what kind of hatred a person holds to do such acts of harm and terror.
I'm with Donna, bring on the silverware.
ReplyDeleteAn the other note. Evil will never prevail if we trust and believe. No matter how much pain those monsters cause, we will never be beaten.
Such lovely choices for the notecard party. I would love to be your taste tester!!!
ReplyDeleteI am glad those from your island were safe at the marathon. Such a sad thing...
Oh, FOOD cards! The colors are outstanding together if you are eating those delights, or just admiring the composition! Well done and inviting!
ReplyDeleteWho wouldn't want to receive such a 'delicious' note card?
ReplyDeleteSo true...that we are all a little subdued in light of yesterday's happenings in Boston. Two of my son's friends were there as well...and completed the race awhile before the bombings. They were uninjured...but in the middle of all the chaos. So sad...
That little raspberry tart is so cute!
ReplyDeleteOH my...my favorite card subject...CHOCOLATE...perfect!!
ReplyDeleteLorrie, this post is a total winner! Your desserts are tantalizing...chocolate is the best. Your photography is impressive. And I love that you provided the recipes.
ReplyDeleteEven more beautiful are your thoughts on beauty in the midst of evil. So well-expressed...and appreciated.
Beautiful and delicious looking photos!
ReplyDeleteAs simple as it sounds, food photography is challenging! You've done a good job with these sweet treats!
ReplyDeleteThese are super, in creativity and in the photography. We must all carry on with what gives our life stability. Our little town had 10 people in Boston, all are well and home. Great post.
ReplyDeleteQMM
Chocolate is a delight!
ReplyDeleteSo scary to hear what your husbands' coworker shared! thankful she was okay!
Deanna
Mouth watering notecards, Lorrie! Great sentiments about Boston, too. Blessings...
ReplyDeleteYummy note cards!!!
ReplyDeleteOhhhh, these are some delicious looking notecards! :) Beautiful pictures!
ReplyDeleteI am so glad the folks from your town were ok.
I'm loving these...................and unfortunately love chocolate more than I should!
ReplyDeleteGlad that lady is safe, but saddened deeply over the loss of lives and terrible injuries.
Mary X
Those are beautiful pictures and beautiful desserts. I love chocolate with fruit. I think my favorite is chocolate and rasberries. You did a great job!
ReplyDeleteI love the theme of your note cards! My mouth is watering. I would have a hard time deciding which sweet treat to choose! YUM!
ReplyDeleteSmiles,
Carol
I also love to end a meal with soemthing mad eof chocolate! Your desserts are all wonderful and made my mouth water, Lorrie.
ReplyDeleteI am glad to hear your husband's co-worker is OK. The terrorism at the Boston Marathon was horrific. I hope the images of the suspects will work to bring them to justice!
I'll take the bananas and strawberries with the salted caramel chocolate sauce. I love chocolate but do not like chocolate cake or dessert.
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