5.06.2011

the Boho-Ball...


When I saw this above picture, I knew choosing the Friday night event as the Boho-Ball would be just what I needed....

not to party like a rock star

but to express creativity.......explore ideas......create texture and depth.......to combine organic elements with history...


why?


because I like rules...traditions...being conventional

but in my daily life of taking care of the children and the farm



but inside me, is still that little girl who vividly remembers imaging living in the woods behind my house while eating wild mushrooms and weaving flowers in my hair


when I was a child, I disliked rules and conventions, but somehow was able to live life like a wild playful child.........but now........as a wife and mother, I have a quite peace

I still get inspired by many colors, and like combining different styles, rugged materials and sweet but delicate colors that evoke a cheerful mood


When I sat inside that hollowed out tree between my home and where my grandparent's lived (it was a short walk through the woods) the ambiance was always fun, relaxing and warm.....splendid


I decorated that hollowed out tree with anything I had or found


now??

I decorate our barn


I know that the barn's styling isn't exactly what I have in my head...just like that tree was never exactly what I wanted it to look like

but it's an expression of a part of me.........just like the Boho-Ball will be....with working with whatever I have or find


 it is what's inside that counts........

and it's okay to dream


there will be lots of surprises that night, but one thing is for certain....I WILL be weaving flowers in my hair
(even though I know I won't be as beautiful as her :)

via bohemian bride

there's only one life...and I am living mine....but always remembering my dreams...

who's with me!?!!



I know Fifi is...she just sent me this picture...
Boho-Ball:
May 20th from 5pm-8pm

xo+farm blessings,

16 comments:

  1. Hello Anne Marie... oooh, I am still waiting for my Fairy Godmother to appear and wave her magic wand so I can go to the ball... I know you will look so beautiful with your flowers in your hair, and I love hearing about your secret tree in the woods... reminds me so much of my own childhood, so innocent and happy... LOVE Fifi's boots!... I had just emailed her and asked if she would post a photo of what kinds of shoes she wears... these are fabulous!... xoxo Julie Marie

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  2. I am soooooo jealous! I just know it is going to be such a bash! I hope it surpasses all your desires for what you want it to be. Jealous of those boots of fifi's as well!
    Liz

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  3. I hope we never lose "the little girl" inside us:) And it's so good to have dreams...especially when they come true {like going to the Boho Ball}!!

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  4. Oh, you will be so beautiful, sweet and a little wild with flowers between your hair! LOVE THAT!
    Fra

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  5. Are you kidding, Anne Marie?! I hope you post some photos of flowers in your hair because you will look every bit as lovely as the girl in the photo.

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  6. Oh how I wish I could come! You are all going to have the most magical night. Don't worry about everything being just right...the barn could be empty with just twinkle lights and you would have have a glorious time! Remember to blast the music and dance the night away under stars and moon. ox

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  7. Okay, here I am just NOW posting my CONGRATULATIONS on the birth of Baby Daniel!!! What a precious bundle he is...I've loved all the pictures of him and your other blessings that you have posted.

    Sounds like the BOHO Ball is coming together nicely! Can't wait to see all the "after-party" pics!!!

    Maybe someday, on a trip back to Michigan to visit family, I can travel through your neck of the woods to meet you, your sweet husband and beautiful children in person!

    Blessings to you, Anne Marie,

    Val

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  8. I am so bummed out I will be missing this glorious event--can't wait to see the pics---I'm all about the PICS!!!! I wouldn't leave the southwest for anything right now--except for those BOOTS!---On the flip-side we have lots of those here so I will be with you in spirit.

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  9. I think that there will be ALOT of us wishing that we could attend your Boho Ball, Anne-Marie!! So please please take a barn-ful of photos to share with us who sit out here whining and wringing our hands, feeling so left out! lol!

    Luv ya, girl!

    xoxo laurie

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  10. How fabulous, Anne Marie. Keep dreaming and living your dreams...

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  11. Love listening to your vision!
    Can't wait to see all the photos!

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  12. Sweeet...I'll be with you in my dreams!

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  13. I decorated the rafters of the empty pig-sty when I was a kid. I laid boards across the beams as flooring. Being up in the rafters was much more fun than being below. Still wish I had that 'favorite laughing place' now.
    Oh to have a private jet to come to the ball! I look forward to the pictures.
    Your are beautiful, inside and out!!!

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  14. Oh Anne Marie, the Bohemian Bride photo really caught my eye *naturally, winks*... Thanks for stopping by my MP Belt Post and leaving a comment, Robin is very inspirational and I love her free spirited Styles. I've been enjoying your delightful Blog for a long time, you are so creative and you have a lovely Home and Family. Happy Mother's Day!

    Dawn... The Bohemian

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  15. Not sure what I will be wearing, but I will have my favorite cowboy boots on, that's for sure!

    Can't wait to see what you
    will be wearing and your flowered locks too.

    :)
    Alison

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  16. Ohhh what a fun event...wish Texas was not so far away! I loved reading your blog, and your dreams brought back some childhood memories for me when living by the beach....we would make our play houses in the large logs that washed up...soooo fun, and I say you are NEVER to old to wear flowers in your hair.....this be coming from a teen from the 70's, hippi era!! Have Fun and Happy Mothers Day! Cathy aka GGJ

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