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January 11, 2009

A Reminder

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I'm not putting the punch bowl away, even though the holidays have come and gone. 

And I'm not going to fill it with pretty green apples, like I did here.

I think I am going to leave it on the red buffet, ready at a minutes notice to be filled with frothy delicious punch, and as a reminder of the recent joyful celebrations that we had at Daisy Cottage.

And to help us remember, that EVERY day is, indeed, worth celebrating.

Every single day. 

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*edited so that I may share my favorite punch recipe*

Sister Jill's Pineapple Champagne Punch

1 can of pineapple juice

1 liter gingerale

1 container of pineapple sherbert

1 small bottle of champagne (optional)

Mix together in a punch bowl right before serving and most importantly - ENJOY!

;-)

January 11, 2009 |

Comments

Kelly

What a great reminder. Thank you! ~Kelly

Posted by: Kelly | January 11, 2009 at 06:26 PM

Lorri

I just read an article recently talking about using the special things we have instead of saving them for company. Go ahead and use the new nice sheets, break out the china for Sunday lunch. Buy flowers just for everyday and savor in the special things we do for others. Do them for our own pleasure.

Posted by: Lorri | January 11, 2009 at 06:29 PM

Amanda

So very sweet! ~Mandy

Posted by: Amanda | January 11, 2009 at 06:35 PM

Betty Jo

I've been looking for just the right old punch bowl. We have a family tradition of coffee punch every Christmas Eve and I would so love to have a punch bowl for it. Absolutely Kim! Every day is worth celebrating. You so inspire me to reach higher each time I visit and read your delightful posts. Thank you Sweetheart!! xoxo

Posted by: Betty Jo | January 11, 2009 at 06:51 PM

cityfarmer

I use all my stuff ALL the time....going to get the punch bowl out.

Posted by: cityfarmer | January 11, 2009 at 06:53 PM

LuLu

Great idea. Love your message.
LuLu

Posted by: LuLu | January 11, 2009 at 06:58 PM

rue

Hi sweet Kim :)

That's a beautiful reminder, one that I would treasure myself. I can't believe the holidays are over!

All of your presents in the last post are wonderful. I don't know of the others, but I just love Sheila. She has one of the kindest hearts in Blogland, just like you ;)

love to you,
rue

Posted by: rue | January 11, 2009 at 07:12 PM

Terri Takacs

Hi Kim!
I wanted to tell you I have just enough $$ stashed away to buy myself the Canon powershot G9 for my 50th bday in March.
Do you realy still love it? I am looking for something to hang around my neck for my daytrips to NYC etc.
Love the punch bowl ~ I have the same one!
Their is something SO exciting about putting the little hooks on the glass!
LOL! Terri

Posted by: Terri Takacs | January 11, 2009 at 08:27 PM

Daisy Cottage

Hi Terri!
How exciting! A new camera! YES - I LOVE my camera! I think you will too!
psst.. 1959 was a great year wasn't it?
((hugs))
me

Posted by: Daisy Cottage | January 11, 2009 at 08:48 PM

Sheila

I think that's a great idea, Kim! I like it there, and I like why you have it there. :-) I left my tree up because I have some out of town guests coming, and I wanted them to feel like our celebration is part of Christmas because I didn't get to see two of them then. I guess the decorations will come down eventually... hopefully by Valentine's! ;-)

XO,

Sheila

Posted by: Sheila | January 11, 2009 at 08:51 PM

kim

What a great idea... and a great reminder that life is such a gift and everyday is worth celebrating. I hope tosee you soon.
Kim

Posted by: kim | January 11, 2009 at 09:35 PM

Rose

It's always nice to be able to enjoy our pretties every day! Do you have a favorite punch recipe, Kim?

Posted by: Rose | January 11, 2009 at 10:45 PM

Rachel

You have a GREAT attitude, Kim. And we all need to be reminded of how special each day is once in a while.
Thanks!

Posted by: Rachel | January 12, 2009 at 02:40 AM

Our Red House

It's so hot here that cold summer punch sounds like the perfect drink.

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Posted by: Our Red House | January 12, 2009 at 07:19 AM

Rachel Going

Kim, How exciting! I have a punch bowl just like that! I use it often! And I also have 15 luncheon plates that I use instead of paper plates. I use them a lot! Thank you for reminding us to celebrate each day! xo rachel

Posted by: Rachel Going | January 12, 2009 at 10:46 AM

Shelia

Morning, Kim! I love that prett punch bowl! I have an old one my aunt passed down to me and I leave it out on my old antique server most of the time. It's there now! Yay! Every day we have breath is a day to celebrate! Happy New Year!
Be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)

Posted by: Shelia | January 12, 2009 at 11:42 AM

Andrea at Opulent Cottage

It is, Kim, you're so right! I love that! Happy day, everyone!!!!! xoxo Andrea

Posted by: Andrea at Opulent Cottage | January 12, 2009 at 12:39 PM

Kathy

Hi Kim,

I have a bowl very much like yours, I would love to know your fave punch recipe !!

I used mine over X mas and we had Mimosa's:

1 can froz. orange juice/thawed
1 32 oz bottle club soda
1 bottle of Champagne

(my bowl is large so I doubled this recipe)

Have a great week Kim,
Kathy :)

ps mine is out on display too :)

Posted by: Kathy | January 12, 2009 at 12:53 PM

Daisy Cottage

ummmm, sounds delicious!
I just updated the post with my sister's recipe... thank you all for asking!
xo,
Kim

Posted by: Daisy Cottage | January 12, 2009 at 02:57 PM

Jean Eakin

Kim, The punch sounds wonderful and truly every day is a special day if we make it so.
You have a great special day.
Jean in Virginia

Posted by: Jean Eakin | January 12, 2009 at 03:28 PM

Virginia

Love your message, we should enjoy life and all our beautiful things every single day.

Have a Blessed and happy week,
Virginia :)

Posted by: Virginia | January 12, 2009 at 04:15 PM

christy in georgia

i love the recipe. and, i agree. everday IS worth celebrating. here's to you!

Posted by: christy in georgia | January 12, 2009 at 05:06 PM

Vee

Hmmmm, that sounds delightful!

Posted by: Vee | January 12, 2009 at 07:24 PM

Michelle

This sounds refreshingly delicious! Thanks for passing this recipe along, Kim!

Posted by: Michelle | January 12, 2009 at 08:12 PM

Lavender Dreamer

I love being ready to celebrate every day and the punch sounds delicious! We have so much to look forward to in the year ahead!

Posted by: Lavender Dreamer | January 12, 2009 at 08:42 PM

Elizabeth Ann

Thanks for this inspiring reminder to celebrate every day (days can get muddled up and we need to remember how precious each breath we take is)...you're a gem to share your positive self with us!

xoxo

Posted by: Elizabeth Ann | January 12, 2009 at 10:03 PM

Sharon

I love the punch recipe you posted, it is one of my favs.
I love reading your blog, so inspiring, and lovely things to look at. Thank You, and Blessings

Posted by: Sharon | January 12, 2009 at 10:13 PM

The Decorated House

Hello Dear Kim~
So nice to come for a visit. I can always count on coming by to unwind and be filled with new energy. My visit was wonderful.
Hugs, Donna

Posted by: The Decorated House | January 12, 2009 at 11:02 PM

Jules from The Roost

Thanks so much for the recipe. Yummy! I would keep that beautiful bowl out too! :)

Posted by: Jules from The Roost | January 13, 2009 at 12:06 AM

Jennifer @ Fiddle Dee Dee

What a lovely thought. It reminds me of the old sentiment that Christmas is a frame of mind and should be kept everyday.

I hope your week is filled with much beauty and love,
Jennifer

Posted by: Jennifer @ Fiddle Dee Dee | January 13, 2009 at 08:08 AM

Kim@ForeverWherever

I love punch bowls. I broke all of our cups during a move once! Thanks the punch recipe!

Posted by: Kim@ForeverWherever | January 13, 2009 at 09:23 AM

Sweet Cottage Dreams

I will try that recipe out - and WITH the champagne, too! Today I am having whiskey in my hot tea to chase to coodie bugs away. ha!

I miss you, Kim! Have the very best of a new week!!!!

xoxo
Becky

Posted by: Sweet Cottage Dreams | January 13, 2009 at 12:49 PM

Rose

Thanks for adding the Pineapple Champagne Punch recipe, Kim! I love pineapple!

Posted by: Rose | January 13, 2009 at 05:39 PM

Maisy

Great idea. I would keep it out to as a reminder to myself that I need to not only add color in 2009 ;) but that I also need to have more people over
:)

Posted by: Maisy | January 13, 2009 at 06:45 PM

Lallee

Beautiful reminder. Jill's punch sounds especially good.

Posted by: Lallee | January 20, 2009 at 10:18 AM

Lorrie

I have a punch bowl exactly like yours! Everyday celebrations are the very best kind. I love using my pretty dishes.

Lorrie

Posted by: Lorrie | January 22, 2009 at 08:25 PM

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