mission: philadelphia flower show 2011

it is almost spring time in paris, france but paris is blooming at the philly flower show this week at the convention center. my family and i went on opening day to view the artistry, listen to french music, and appreciate the true beauty of unique flowers. my camera died halfway through our visit, so i didn't get to take all the pictures that i wanted to, but here is what i did capture.

eiffel tower entrance

camel made out of flora

artist and subject

beautiful orchid

amazing archway for a wedding

bed of roses

a lovely ascending garden...this is what i want someday

azaleas and daffodils

super swanky trees- the water system for the leaves dripped down into the pond, making it look like rain. this was my favorite display.

tour de france

purple gem iris...another favorite.

sailing away on a sea of flowers

pretty little yellow house. can i live here?

so if you are heading out to the show throughout the week here are some tips for you.

1. eat at the reading terminal right next door. the concessions are way over priced and not that great. the terminal has a variety of mini restaurants with all types of fare to suit your fancy!

2. go after 4 p.m. that is when the crowds die down and you can really appreciate and see everything that is there.

3. don't forget to hit up the vendors on the other side of the room- there are lots of great artisans and landscape-y type kiosks peddling their wares.

so have fun and enjoy paris in the springtime...locally that is.

this is beth signing off

mission: accompli, no? oui?

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