Marrakech: and New Year's eve in a house of beautiful shadows
They spent New Year's eve at the house of friends, deep in the heart of the Marrakech medina. A house like no other, a house made of dreams, vast and complex.
A private party, an intimate group. They drank glass after glass of champagne.
A five-course dinner at two jewel covered tables by the courtyard's glimmering pool.
It was a singular house.
A house of lights.
But above all else, a house of shadows.
No ordinary shadows but those made of roses.
Or flowering fields cast from back lit ceilings.
The evening galloped like horses down a polished hallway. Soon it was 2008.
With a new year's morning soon upon them, the blogging girl picked her way through a perfect forest. And said goodbye to 2007 and the house of beautiful shadows.
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Wishing you all a 2008 that is lived at risk because you decide to pursue your dreams, rather than just dreaming them....
The house must have been a 'feast' for the soul. No food required. Lovely. Interesting shadows. Such an impressive way to bring in the New Year.
Posted by:Liberty Post | January 01, 2008 at 11:25 PM
Gorgeous patterns, light, shadows, texture.
Happy everyday, Maryam.
Trade? Yes!
Posted by:karencole | January 01, 2008 at 11:43 PM
Pure magic!
Thanks for this post and thanks for all the other posts which you brighten days with.
I have been watching your blog and I love it.
I send you my best wishes for the new year from Iceland.
Erla
Posted by:Erla | January 02, 2008 at 12:20 AM
Happy New Year! I was in bed by 9:30 again this year - the holiday week at work just sucks the life out of me. Love the pictures, as always!
Posted by:halimah | January 02, 2008 at 12:51 AM
Intriguing and enchanting. As always.
Happy New Year, Maryam!
Posted by:Mimi Lenox | January 02, 2008 at 12:56 AM
That looks like a place where I'd LOVE to spend New Year's Eve (or any other day!). :)
Happy 2008!
Posted by:Zandria | January 02, 2008 at 01:51 AM
Happy NY!!!
Posted by:Amine | January 02, 2008 at 01:55 AM
Looking heavenly....what exquisite details. Happy New Year and may we celebrate completion of Pavilions together on the roof terraces sometime in 08'!!!
Posted by:Maryam Sagheb | January 02, 2008 at 02:34 AM
Happy New Year! It looks like a magical place. My first thought was about the outfit in the last photo, its gorgeous!
Posted by:Kathleen | January 02, 2008 at 02:34 AM
Looking heavenly....what exquisite details. Happy New Year and may we celebrate completion of Pavilions together on the roof terraces sometime in 08'!!!
Posted by:Maryam Sagheb | January 02, 2008 at 02:35 AM
what a beautiful place for nye...visitng you always brightens my day...may the spirit of a new year fill your home with an abundance of love, laughter, and joy...may the magic of the moment bring peace to your heart all year long...may your creativity take you to amazing places and may you experience the resulting bliss...much love you and your family...rebecca
Posted by:Cre8Tiva | January 02, 2008 at 03:39 AM
Exquisite. A house of shadows and dreams.
And on a more prosaic matter - i have got the magazine - now to post it!!
It will be done.
Posted by:mary | January 02, 2008 at 08:57 AM
That is truly a beautiful house. It is wonderful to see other people's creativity. It feeds your own.
Anyway I imagine that 2008 will be a very big year for you and Peacock Pavilions! And so I hope for a very happy and fulfilling 366 days for you and your family. Yes, one extra day to get the work done!
Posted by:Sarah | January 02, 2008 at 09:06 AM
Wow, wouldn't it be fun to attend a party there-lucky you. I hope the new year is prosperous, joyous and full of great blogging for you.
Posted by:Linda | January 02, 2008 at 09:19 AM
What a wonderful house! Sounds like a perfect evening. And the photos are lovely, with the contrasting lights and shadows.
Posted by:Paris Parfait | January 02, 2008 at 12:50 PM
What a lovely place to celebrate! I hope you have a wonderful New Year!
Posted by:Travelingmama | January 02, 2008 at 02:24 PM
Oh these photos are simply divine. What a wonderful evening. *sigh*
Posted by:Paula | January 02, 2008 at 02:42 PM
Oh these photos are simply divine. What a wonderful evening. *sigh*
Posted by:Paula | January 02, 2008 at 02:43 PM
Happy New Year Maryam to you and your lovely family. May 2008 be a great year free of worries and full of joy.
Mwah
Posted by:Loula | January 02, 2008 at 04:19 PM
Happy New Year Maryam to you and your lovely family. May 2008 be a great year free of worries and full of joy.
Mwah
Posted by:Loula | January 02, 2008 at 04:21 PM
What a beautiful home to welcome in the New Year. Wishing you all the VERY BEST for 2008!!
Posted by:patricia gray | January 02, 2008 at 04:23 PM
Happy new year Maryam!!! That house looks spectacular.
Posted by:julie at BV | January 02, 2008 at 04:40 PM
How fantastic! Lovely place for a party. All the best to you and yours and Peacock Pavilions for a new year filled with joy, beauty, peace and love.
Posted by:Kathy here again | January 02, 2008 at 06:01 PM
Happy New Year! What a beautiful blog entry. I love the words as much as the photos, but I'm fond of words. :o) Happy 2008!
Posted by:Laura B. | January 02, 2008 at 06:39 PM
Beautiful Blog!! So glad to have found it. I will use this visual stimulation to stave these winter blues. Magical!!!
Posted by:TR | January 02, 2008 at 07:05 PM