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e-Newsletter November 1, 2016
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What's In Your Cornucopia?
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Do you know why the cornucopia is the perfect Thanksgiving decoration?
This season, in many of our homes, this horn-shaped basket will serve as an overflowing centerpiece on a bustling Thanksgiving table. Some of us will fill our cornucopias with seasonal fall flowers. Others may pile in miniature pumpkins and gourds. And for those of us with a sweet tooth, the cornucopia will be brimming with fruits, cakes, and candy!
But consider this wicker basket for a moment. You may realize it actually makes for an awkward container. Take a look at it again - at the odd shape. There isn't room to hold much of anything inside. It doesn't have a lid that closes, nor does it stand up well on its own. When you set your cornucopia down, your harvest will literally spill out onto the table!
And that is the point.
This month marks a season of gratitude. A time to reflect on the bounty of life and give thanks. The cornucopia is a symbol of life's overflowering abundance. It's a festive reminder to take a moment and acknowledge that life is spilling over with reasons to be grateful!
 This is why these off-shaped centerpieces make a perfect decoration this season. While turkey and pumpkin pie may be the staples of the season, the cornucopia represents the true spirit of Thanksgiving.
So what are you grateful for this Thanksgiving season? What's in your cornucopia?
Our guest contributor is Charlie Kindinger, son of our long time Landscape Designer, Barb Kindinger. He is a writer living in the Los Angeles area.
"Now that I've grown up and moved far away this idea of "Giving Thanks" has begun to take on a deeper meaning. Yes, the food will surely be plentiful (and delicious!), but more importantly, the love and support of family will be overflowing." ---Charlie
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Congratulations to a few of our October Newly Weds!
Mr. & Mrs. Prudhomme
Mr. & Mrs. Fieros
Recently Engaged? Congratulations!
Click here to view our galleries and to schedule your FREE consultation with one of our Wedding Specialists!
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Is your home ready for Thanksgiving?
Cornucopias, mums, floral arrangements, welcoming wreaths, guest towels, silk arrangements, and so much more!
Let us help you get ready for Thanksgiving! Stop in and shop from our huge selection of Fall and Thanksgiving Home Decor!
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Fall is for Planting!
This is a great time of year to add plants to your landscape! Trees, shrubs and evergreens still have time to root in before winter arrives.
All nursery stock is 50% Off
This is also the time to plant your fall bulbs! Stop in for a huge selection of bulk or
pre-packaged mixes of tulips, daffodils, hyacinths, crocus and so many more.
Plant them now and enjoy a blooming Spring!
Fall Bulbs are 30% Off
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Don't miss our Holiday Preview Sale This Weekend!
Early Bird shoppers enjoy savings of 20% on
Pre-lit Trees,
Evergreen Wreaths, Evergreen Garlands, and Ornaments
This sale is valid Saturday, November 5 and Sunday, November 6
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It's sneaking up fast! Now is the time to check the lights on your Pre-lit Christmas tree and garlands. Countryside is currently taking repairs.
If you are in need of a Pre-lit Tree, Countryside is the place to shop. Countryside's
Pre-lit trees come with our Exclusive 5-Season Light Warranty. Should you have any problems with your lights, Countryside will repair them right here!
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Looking for a unique gift idea...
Let Countryside's Elves put up your Christmas Decorations.
Enjoy a stress free Holiday with this detail oriented service provided by the designers at Countryside.
Whether you need decorations or have plenty of your own, Countryside will put up your tree, add your decorations, dress your mantels and staircases, and return in January to take it all down and pack it away for you!
If this sounds like a great idea for you or the perfect gift for a busy or elder person, call or email Pattie to schedule your free consultation. 815-459-8130
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Click here to view our November Calendar and see when to apply Wilt Pruf, drain fountains, attend Floral Design Shows, participate in hands-on workshops and so much more!
DON'T FORGET to set your clocks back an hour Saturday night!
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5301 E. Terra Cotta Ave, Crystal Lake
815-459-8130
Open
Daily 9-6, Sunday 9-5
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Saturday, November 19 at 10 a.m. and Sunday, November 20 at 1 p.m.
