Wakefield Scearce

The main entrance to the Gallery on a bright and sunny day

The Courtyard

Silver Vault

This past weekend I had the pleasure of tagging along with my in-laws to Wakefield Scearce Galleries in Shelbyville, KY. I have been hearing about this place for several years but never before saw it with my own eyes. It truly was as wonderful and cozy and festive as they promised it to be. Everything was decorated so beautifully for the holidays. It gave me instant Christmas fever. We shopped the cute boutiques in the courtyard---I was pretty good, but did manage to pick up a few treasures---and toured the antique gallery and silver vault. Wakefield Scearce is supposedly one of the largest collections of antique English furniture, silver and home decor in the United States. You'll believe it too once you see it.

Midday we took a break from our browsing and dined in the gallery cafe. James was even able to meet up with us and it made it all the better! The cafe is well known for their southern cooking and believe me the fried chicken and mashed potatoes didn't disappoint! My lunch felt more like dinner and was complete with a glass of wine and sinful dessert.

I honestly can't imagine a better way to spend a cold and rainy fall day. It was wonderful sharing quality time with my in-laws and even reminded me a bit of similar things I used to do with my parents and sisters. It boost my spirits and made my day.

P.S. I was bummed once I realized I forgot my camera hence the generic pictures I pulled from their website.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHRISTY!

The dinner party: (L-R) Me &James, Jesse & Christy, Marianne, Lori & Josh

The infamous birthday girl and her sugar glass apple dessert

SMACK! SPLATTER! YUMMY!

The three amigos: Christy, Lori and Marianne

1st stop @ Stevie Ray's

James posing with Christy in a really cool art deco chair at Jeff Ruby's

James and Josh at Proof on Main

"Proof" we went to Proof

Limo!

Double fisting??? Beer and Red Bull is quite the combo

Sexy Christy shaking a tail feather

Jesse (aka party planner) and his lovely Bride dancing at Flannigans

Lori, Me, Marianne and Christy in the Red Room at Flannigans

Red Room Sign

Saturday nite we went out to help celebrate our friend Christy's 30th Birthday. Her husband Jesse planned a fantastic evening complete with dinner, limo, champagne and lots of FUN! He really did a great job coordinating the whole thing--it couldn't have been better! From what I hear he's considering a second career in event planning. ; )

We started the evening at Volare on Frankfort Ave. We were very impressed with the food, service and atmosphere. This definitely jumped to the top of our favorite list. After a nice long dinner we made our way to the limo. That's where the party really stepped up a notch. Jesse popped the champagne and we were off to our first stop at Stevie Ray's. Nothing like alittle blues music to get you in the mood for an action packed nite.

After Stevie Ray's we decided to stop in Jeff Ruby's. This swanky bar is always a treat. We enjoyed more live music and cold adult beverages. = ) After awhile the group took a round of shots and decided to head to our 3rd destination. Can you tell how this evening is progressing????

The intention was to go to Morton's Steakhouse. They have a very upscale bar but unfortunately they were already closed for the evening. As luck would have it Proof on Main is next door so that's where we went instead. We spent quite a bit of time at Proof. We were all pretty cozy on their couch. The drinks were good and the restrooms were even better. Seriously, have you seen their restrooms? If not, you need to check them out. Seriously.

The evening concluded at the Red Room at Flannigans. There was plenty of booty music to go around. At this point we were all foot loose and fancy free. I think you catch the drift. Many pictures above illustrate that point.

It was so great to be out and about with friends. Although some are already 30 and/or 3o is knocking at the door it was encouraging to see that we still have it. Thanks again Jesse and Christy for a fantastic party. Most importantly, HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHRISTY!! WISHING YOU MANY MANY MANY MORE!!

P.S. Guess who was behind the camera most of the nite????