Every year on February 14th, people honour their love for one another by spending time together, sending flowers and sharing Valentine’s messages of love. This day of love is a wonderful opportunity to share the love. Do it!
“There is only one happiness in life: to love and be loved.” – George Sand, Author
“Valentine’s Day is the poet’s holiday.” – Ted Koosner, Poet
Carinthia is situated in the southern part of Austria and is called „The land of sun“. In winter it is snow covered and as in most other parts of the country, skiing is the main activity. The mood is more relaxed with a Mediterranean touch as it borders with Italy – nearly everyone down here speaks Italian.
One of the biggest resorts in Carinthia is Bad Kleinkircheim, which is quickly moving up the rankings of the ski resorts in Austria. It has over 100km of pistes, 24 lifts and a slope steep enough to get included in the world cup circuit. There is enough snowfall throughout the season, but the sunny days are abundant as well – as you can see for the several days I was skiing there it was sunny all the way.
The hut at the top of Kaiserburg, situated 2019 meters above sea level, is a notorious one, with the fine views it offers and a traditional interior, as you can see from the pictures. Service and the food quality are very traditional for the region.
I was a 2,5 year old little girl when I started skiing and since then my love for the sport never faded away. It is a great feeling each winter to get on the skis, but it’s also a very good exercise, especially when you are good at it.
This year I was in a very beautiful resort – Bad Kleinkircheim, situated in the Carinthia part of the Alps. I enjoyed every bit of it – from the great weather and fantastically well prepared slopes, to the marvellous views the Alps presented, as you can see on the pictures. I planned to write a lot about it, but no words are really needed when the photos can talk for themselves. It was like a winter tale.
I like the meaning of this sentence: „Do what you have to do until you can do what you want to do before Monday“. In this context I want to say that each of us needs to withdraw from the cares which will not withdraw from us somehow during the weekend. One of my favourite ways to achieve that is by going out, meeting friends, having a glass of good wine, etc.
Of course never forget the outfit too – I really love my black paw scarf, nearly as much as I love the animals that inspired its design. In addition, I have to mention the burgundy colour that I enjoy so much and is very trendy, in a fashionway.
Photography by Marg Basarova
Some gifts are big. Other are small. But the ones that come from the heart are the best gifts of all. /Tinku Razoria/
I hope you’ve got already your Christmas gifts, but at Fracomina there is always something to look for. And if you want something really special, you can have a look at the premiere collection. I feel always great wearing Fracomina – it is a different and outstanding Italian style.
Photography by Marg Basarova
Decorating the Christmas tree this year, I looked at the year behind and it was just like a Christmas tree – full with moments in different colors, up and downs, great memories, challenges and experiences.
Going back and reviewing the year can be hard sometimes. But it’s important to see what worked and what didn’t, and then go ahead and analyse. Last year was very good for me – I was able to finish most of the things I wanted, had a lot of spiritual growth, learned a lot, found a wonderful team to work with and got more motivated. What an year! Can’t wait to see what the new one will bring! I am very excited about 2019.
And are your achievements in 2018? Have you already started to sum up your year and getting ready for 2019?
In those last days before the end of the year take your time to relax, gather energy for the new one and focus on what brings positive vibes.
Memories take us back, dreams move us forward, that’s why learn from the lessons of the last year, to make the next one your best!
P.S. I am very happy with this snake printed outfit.
Photography by Marg Basarova
On this holy day i want to give you a red ball full with health, happiness, love, longevity, peace and prosperity.
„May lovely, happy times decorate your holiday season, may warm, special memories brighten your new year, may the wonder of Christmas be with you forever.“
Merry Christmas!
Photography by Marg Basarova | quote by Peg Bracken
My message to you today is the essence of the traditional Christmas song „Jingle Bells“.
We relate it with the arrival of Christmas and Santa Claus, to the delight of children of all ages. Let the bells ring and Christmas come! Ho-ho-ho!
May you never be too grown up to search the skies on Christmas Eve!
“Oh, jingle bells, jingle bells
Jingle all the way
Oh, what fun it is to ride
In a one horse open sleigh…”
Photography by Marg Basarova
I would say Christmas has always been one of my favourite time of the year. Maybe because of the special atmosphere that you can feel everywhere, in shops, restaurants and even streets, where you can hear the magical carols and seeing all the excited people rushing to buy presents for their loved ones. And all that because Christmas is more than just a big day, it’s all the little things that make it extra special: the decorations, the presents, the cooking and so on. All in all – a time that does magic to people – and the preparations for the magic is likely more exciting than the celebration itself. So, have you already created your own magic?
Photography by Marg Basarova | Quote: W.T. Ellis