…………began the moment the fragrance of Gardenia’s enveloped me as I walked up the garden path to her front door.  You know I turn into a pumpkin at 9:00 so I arrived right on time which was probably early but that gave me a chance to take some pictures before the crowd settled in.  The party was for the Neurology and Clinical Neurophysiology’s Seizure Disorder Center which is to say I was surrounded by a bunch of brainiacs.

There were so many charming spots in two garden areas…

So very charming…..

Here’s a spot in what Miss Judith has named ‘The Magical Garden’.  Do I ever agree!!!

Gorgeous flowers were everywhere……

……being beautifully arranged by Patty.

Oh my, where is that one going Amanda?

More……I told you they were everywhere!!!

Back in the Magical Garden.

People were milling about in each area but as I got involved in conversations I neglected to take photos.

Yummyness abounded but I didn’t get a photo of the most delicious sushi EVER…..trays of it on a very long table ….heavenly….oh my! Probably busy stuffing my mouth.

Now there’s a story behind these Cherry Cheesecake’s. (I had to leave before dessert time.) These perfect creations were made by Dr. Marc Nuwer….a #1 Brainiac who was so delightful to talk with and probably the most humble man in the universe considering his background.  I think Dr. Marc loves to cook and bake as a stress reliever ……just saying.

How cute are Dr. Vivian Hoang and her precious daughter Claire!

O.K., When this handsome couple walked in someone said to me, “I think that’s Richard Gere.”  I made a beeline and decided Barry Sattels is way more handsome than R.G. and combined with Lisa London, his beautiful wife, make quite a stunning couple. I bet you want to know more…..Barry is an actor/director (surprised?) with so many credits to his name you’ll just have to GOOGLE him.  The latest is ‘Divorce Texas Style’ now in post production.  Lisa is an accomplished actress and singer and I would have loved  spending more time talking about being directed by Clint Eastwood in ‘Sudden Impact’. These two are awesome and soooo nice but you can see that by their picture.

Gosh….the niceness continues….Elena and Lee Danielson.  Elena is also an artist and intrigued  by Asian art. I wish I had more time to talk with them.

Here’s Dr. Christine Baca with Jonathan, a twin, with hubby Mike holding his brother Zach who besides being adorable won the biggest baby contest of the evening.  The Baca’s also have a 4 year old, Seraphio who had decided to pull a Garbo.

Amanda, our lovely hostess with son Aiden who is quite possibly the nicest young man you’ll ever meet!

And now my favorite peeps…Miss Judith & Eileen! The young man in the background did his residency in Chicago & is now a Fellow at UCLA…..loved our Chi Town talk.

I wish I didn’t have to leave just when the party was getting started but how I do thank you Amanda for including me in an evening I won’t soon forget!!!