Vintage Southern Weddings at Magnolia HIll

Vintage Southern Weddings at Magnolia HIll
Southern Romantic Weddings, Destination Weddings and Receptions at Alda's Magnolia Hill • 5110 Stageoach Road, Little Rock, Arkansas | call: 501-690-2574

Monday, February 7, 2022

Blue, In Memory of A Great Horse

 If you have ever visited Magnolia Hill, there was always a fabulous horse named Blue who was loved by our family, friends and especially his always near companion, Delilah. Blue loved to have his picture made and all the extra attention. 

 We are heartbroken that Blue has been called to greener pastures and left us with broken hearts.  


Blue was such a greeter, always had his head over the fence 

for a friendly hello.



It is hard to put into words... 
We did everything we could to save him, but to no avail.


Blue knew Buddy was always 
right on time for feeding time...twice a day!  


Some friends come into our lives 
and leave hoof prints on our hearts. 



Ears up, listening and looking for someone to come out of the house. 
 There is something about the smell of horses that just melts my heart. 


Beloved by every member of our family....



Our gentle giant, 
Blues shoes were special made. 
 Blues shoes are on either side of a typical 
horse shoe in the center of our farrier's truck bed. 




Stately and magnificent, Blue was always ready to have his picture made.


Best friends, Blue and Delilah







The old saying, "You scratch my back and I'll scratch yours" ...comes straight from horses mouth. 



Close by each other even when resting at ease. 




Morning walks were always a walk with best friends.




Everyday I am grateful for moments like these...


Blue....May your days be heavenly filled with pastures of 
knee high green grass 
for that is what makes you so happy.

Blue...You will forever be loved and missed. 

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Saturday, September 11, 2021

Wooden Handmade Canoes of Magnolia Hill


Handmade Canoes 

If anyone visits Magnolia Hill, we usually get asked about 
the wooden boats as we walk around the lake. 

Buddy, my husband has made all our wooden boats. 
This boat we named "Arkansas Traveler"
 with its' beautiful steamed & curved wooden ribs. 




Here is a cedar strip built canoe. 
Each board was applied by hand...so much work! 
He is like an artist except he paints with wood. 
Behind it is our Dory boat that is perfect 
for pictures with a bride and groom.



For several years, Buddy has gone to Wooden Boat School
 in Maine to learn this craft.
One year our two sons went too as they 
both love woodworking. 
It was a memorable Father -Son working adventure. 





This canoe is called the Sassafras. 
It sits beautifully on the water and glides easily. 


Before Buddy builds a boat, he is inspired by his surroundings. 
Each boat is handcrafted and treasured by our family.
 It is such a joy when we see them on the water. 


I have learned to love the smell of sawdust!







Especially in the fall, so peaceful on the water.



Wedding photos in the boats are especially romantic. 

The boathouse covers the boats and 
helps keep them clean when not in use. 

Buddy built the boat house too from
 fallen trees that we had after a storm.


Looking for a bit of inspiration in building
 for the woodworker in your life?  
Here are some of Buddy's favorite 
instructional books that we have in our library....
anyone who loves woodworking 
would love one of these books.  

A little early Christmas shopping 
for the woodworker in your family...
handmade canoe paddles 
are a nice beginner project. 



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Thursday, September 2, 2021

Gooey Marshmallow S'mores with Chocolate

A fireside gathering with 

  S’mores...

 The most iconic fall dessert 

to honor a season of cozy fall...
Homemade gooey Marshmallow S'mores with Chocolate! 



S’mores



S'mores laughs, 

S’more hugs, 

S’more kisses, 

S’more falling in love, 

S’more time together,

S’more memories to make,

But most of all

we are happiest to say

we have S’more

friends and family 

to love today !





Near the Boathouse, our bonfire pit 
is at the waters edge.   
The picturesque setting is 
ready for friends and family
 to gather round a crackling campfire.

Toasting marshmallows 
ready for s'mores
 is a tried and true way
 to enjoy a crisp fall evening. 









Once the sun goes down, the bonfire goes up!

The view from the fire includes the Boathouse 
built from reclaimed wood and 
covering Buddy's handmade wooden canoes. 
  Ready for a fireside gathering 
and a cozy evening with the flavors of fall. 






Sitting pretty...
Overlooking the lake,  white Adirondack chairs 
circled around the fire awaiting the stars to come out. 
I cannot tell you how much I enjoy 
sitting here around the fire wrapped up in a 



For years, Buddy and I have enjoyed fall entertaining.
 Our Fall Fling party was a memory for young 
and old alike when 
Buddy brought out the hay wagon.
 Full of hay and giggling children,  
a bumpy ride through the woods 
after dark was fun for all ages.  



A sweet treat with a 
warm chocolate center 
makes a decadent finale
 to an autumn evening.

Enjoy your fall Ya'll ! 
 
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