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Alice's Pretty Party

By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Real Estate Broker/Owner with HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 311291

December 22, 2008 02:14 PM

Pretty Tree Some people just have the knack to create a magical party; Alice is one of those people.

Crystal Tree Crystal Stocking The house was perfect, warm, and inviting, and everywhere you looked were tasteful Christmas decorations. The flowers were perfect, long stem white roses, poinsettias and five very different Christmas trees.

One tree is all Waterford glass. You could spend hours looking at each of the sparkling ornaments, like the stocking that glitters like crystal...just so special.

Belini I did not want to spend too much time with the camera because then I would have missed the good friends and conversation. Did I say mention this was perfection? The "belinis," luscious drinks (cranberry, pomegranate, Champaign) and topped with a sprig of mint and a cranberry were pretty and delish! The bounty of superb hors d'oevres: brie and mushroom, bountiful cheeses, gargantuan shrimp, and crab cakes were more than enough to satisfy. But then there was a beautiful dinner of tenderloin, gourmet potatoes creations, yummy salmon with an olive tampenade, crisp green beans, and a beautiful salad. All of this was elegantly served and catered in Alice's magnificent new kitchen with flowing "white diamond" granite countertops. Deserts were plentiful, and Marie's always-popular cream desert was no disappointment. Tree reflected in Granite

Jeannie and Alice The guys came up from the football game (Ravens won) to make sure they did not miss dessert. A beautiful party, lots of beautiful people, lots of good conversation. Some people just have the knack to create magic. Alice had a pretty party!

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Mara Hawks

First Realty Auburn - Auburn, AL

Inactive-2012 REALTOR - Homes for Sale Auburn Real Estate, AL

It looks magical...I love seeing all the lights at Christmastime...now I'm hungry for hor d'ourves! Merry Christmas!

Dec 22, 2008 03:25 PM

Not a real person

San Diego, CA

I think it has something to do with the name "Alice." Every Alice I've known has had the ability to create something magical.

Dec 22, 2008 03:29 PM

Patricia Kennedy

RLAH@properties - Washington, DC

Home in the Capital

Margaret, I'm jealous of anyone who could have a tree full of Waterford glass! Mine is mostly non-breakable stuff that I'm hoping the dog won't pull down!

Dec 22, 2008 03:45 PM

Jeff Dowler, CRS

eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA

The Southern California Relocation Dude

Margaret - now THAT is a holiday party. I am always envious of folks who can pull of such a wonderful event and make is seem so easy. Wonderful photos of a memorable evening.

Jeff

Dec 22, 2008 03:47 PM

Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD

Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Kate, Yes, the perfect party. Good friends, good food and lots of beauty!

Richard, It was a huge win.

Pat, You would have enjoyed this one.

Lynda, They were all special and so many more beautiful things to see. I could have photographed all night.

Gary, Sorry we spoiled your last game in the stadium. We had a wonderful time with the big win.

Mara, Beautiful and delicious.

Russel, You may be right about magical and the name Alice

Patricia, The tree is a beauty. Loved meeting you today in Annapolis.

Jeff, Alice makes it look easy. She and her husband are terrific hosts

Dec 22, 2008 05:48 PM

Linda Scanlan

A Consumer's View - Burleson, TX

Margaret, beautiful photos and friends! Looks like a terrific party and the hors d'orvres sound wonderful! Too bad our Cowboys lost, but congrats to the Ravens!

Dec 22, 2008 09:06 PM

Don Rogers

Keller Williams Realty Chesterfield - O'Fallon, MO

Realtor, Broker, CDPE, GRI, OnullFallon MO & St Charles County MO homes

Margaret,

It looks and sounds like a GREAT time was had by all that attended. I really envy people that have the ability to throw a party like you have described.

Merry Christmas ma'am.

Dec 22, 2008 10:38 PM

Connie Harvey

Pilkerton Realtors - Brentwood, TN

Realtor - Nashville TN Real Estate

Margaret - It's 9am I had breadfast an hour ago and you still made me hungry!! I love the waterford tree! I have 2 of their ornaments now. I think starting a collection for the tree is a delightful idea!!!

PS, I couldn't find Steve on AR. The only Steve Warren I found had not blogged yet. Help?

Dec 23, 2008 01:10 AM

Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD

Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Linda, It was a wonderful party with good friends.....and a good Raven's win!

Don, We all admire, and a little envy, Alice's talent and ability entertain with such style

Dec 23, 2008 01:11 AM

Team Honeycutt

Allen Tate - Concord, NC

Wow---what beautiful pictures. You should stage homes at the holidays.

Shelton

Dec 23, 2008 02:26 AM

Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD

Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Connie, I know what you mean. I could go for some of Alice's lush party food right now.

His information:Steve Warrene South Butler/North Allegheny Area Homes

Shelton, Alice would be the stager.

Dec 23, 2008 03:11 AM

Sharon Simms

Coastal Properties Group International - Christie's International - Saint Petersburg, FL

St. Petersburg FL - CRS CIPS CLHMS RSPS

Margaret - another important part of a great party is the right mix of people. Alice knows what she's doing - after all, she invited You! You did mention not wanting your photos to eclipse the good friends and conversation, so I know Alice did a good job on that, too.

Dec 24, 2008 09:46 PM

Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD

Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Sharon, You are right, the people make the gathering.

Alice has the ability to not only have a beautiful party, but make everyone feel like a special guest.... making time to visit with everyone.

Dec 25, 2008 04:15 AM

Sharon Harris

Keller Williams Keystone Realty - Hanover, PA

Realtor

Sounds like it was a wonderful evening for all. Glad you shared it with me. Thank you

Dec 26, 2008 05:21 AM

Connie Harvey

Pilkerton Realtors - Brentwood, TN

Realtor - Nashville TN Real Estate

Margaret, got it, commented on his blog and have tagged him to keep up with him! I hope your Christmas was wonderful! (my husband gave me another Waterford ornament for Christmas!)

Dec 26, 2008 07:33 AM

Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD

Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Sharon, Thanks for stopping by. I want to know what you decided about your office. Are you staying?

Connie, Take a photo and post it here, please!

Dec 26, 2008 09:07 AM

Angela St. John

Classic Properties - Gainesville, FL

REALTOR Classic , Properties ~ Gainesville, FL Re

That tree with the glass is something else. Absolutely magical. Thank you so much for posting this. I'm a little past the holidays to be replying, but I had missed this thread and had to comment.

Jan 05, 2009 01:15 PM

Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD

Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Angela, Alice's entire home is magical at this time of year. Thanks for stopping by.

Jan 05, 2009 01:49 PM

Joni Bailey

101 Main St. Realty - Huntsville, TX

Your Huntsville / Lake Livingston Area REALTOR®

So this has become a Rome Christmas Tradition! I love it!! Hope you spend many more Christmas Season's with these fabulous friends! ♥

Dec 14, 2011 02:03 PM

Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD

Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Joni, Thanks for checking out this pretty party from 2008.

Dec 14, 2011 02:18 PM

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