We love living outdoors here and I am always looking for new places to sit a spell.
It was early in the morning and I thought I would enjoy a little time to myself reading some of my design books. I found a great place to spread my quilt and read.
I found this place under a live oak and several other trees on the edge of our woods. I grabbed several pillows from the closet and brought them down in a basket.
I found some bluebells blooming in the front pasture, so I cut some for a wildflower bouquet.
This is an Ikea vase that was less than $15. I also made the pink quilted pillow shown below and the pink striped neckroll pillow. The feedsack pillows shown here are new pillows made to look like vintage feedsacks.
There was a nice breeze keeping things cool.
I grabbed a couple of great looking decorating books to persue in the cool breezes.
I also brought my lemonade.
I thought I might as well take my boots off, just in case I fell asleep.
Stay cool, ya’ll!!
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marty (A Stroll Thru Life) says
May 30, 2012 at 19:46Ok, I want to be there. This looks way tooooooooo cool. Enjoy. Hugs, Marty
Gretchen says
May 30, 2012 at 20:16What a perfect place for a little nap. I love the quilt and all the pillows. Super cute vase too.
Ceekay-Thinkin of Home/Doublewide Decor says
May 30, 2012 at 20:23I wanna come too!
It looks wonderful….
Ginger Zuck says
May 30, 2012 at 20:34Lovely post Anita. You’re making me want to take a nap. It’s looks so refreshing, relaxing and very inviting.
Shelia says
May 30, 2012 at 21:13Hi Anita! Oh, what a lovely spot you found and your quilt and pillows look so lovely! Now I’m thinking if I did that in my yard, I’d get eaten up with mosquitoes and ants! 🙂
Be a sweetie,
Shelia 😉
Bliss says
May 30, 2012 at 22:54I got half way through the book, drank half your lemonade, and I napped. NO way I could resist in that environment.
~Bliss~
Anne says
May 30, 2012 at 22:55Anita,
What a beautiful setting.Perfect for relaxing and reading.All so lovely.
((((Hugs))))
Anne
Robyn @ Robyn♥s Nest says
May 30, 2012 at 23:58I love your photo story. I’d probably not be able to relax and just be worried about the bugs crawlin round instead. 🙂
Tammy Partin Spangler says
May 31, 2012 at 00:07Oh, this is so nice and peaceful. Isn’t it lovely to be outside enjoying God’s creation! Blessings, Tammy
ℳartina @ Northern Nesting says
May 31, 2012 at 00:34BEAUTIFUL shots Anita!!
Kim @ Savvy Southern Style says
May 31, 2012 at 02:14Cute!
Betsy@ coastal-colors says
May 31, 2012 at 02:25I just love this! I so want to be there! It gorgeous and so inviting- a little piece of paradise!
Sandy says
May 31, 2012 at 02:25Wow Anita! The photography is beautiful. It looks like a magazine spread. Now did you really take a sip of that cool lemonade and a nap under that live oak? I used to take naps on my chaise lounge under a tree until I put a over over my porch. Thanks for visiting today! It’s always a pleasure to hear from you!
Nancy's Notes says
May 31, 2012 at 02:30Now that is one lovely place to relax, it’s perfect! You are so great at taking pictures, you’ve got some great shots!
Amanda Dale says
May 31, 2012 at 03:23Gotta love those gorgeous bluebells!
THE FARMHOUSE PORCH says
May 31, 2012 at 03:51Pretty! Enjoy the lazy day…☼
Linsey
Vickie @ Ranger 911 says
May 31, 2012 at 05:03Oh, I’d love to take a little nap on your outdoor oasis! No problem staying cool up north. The temp is going to drop down to the 20’s tonight! We could use a some of your sunshine and warm weather.
camp and cottage living says
May 31, 2012 at 05:36What a dreamy way to spend an afternoon! I think we need to get back to this kind of old fashioned relaxing.
Shabby soul says
May 31, 2012 at 06:52Serene atmpsphere, charming images!
A hug darling Anita
Silvia
oldthings says
May 31, 2012 at 08:46Dear Anita
Wonderful way to spend your morning time. Reading sleepy you but the lemonade, and if it is cool, along with the fresh air stimulates the body. I believe that you spent a morning in a natural spa !!!
Olympia
Tracey Steele says
May 31, 2012 at 11:38What a perfect place to sit and relax. You have made it so comfortable, and lemonade too!
Michele Smith says
May 31, 2012 at 11:46Anita,
Just beautiful! I miss the Texas country and wildflowers blooming everywhere. I love those feedsack pillows, those are adorable!
Looks like the perfect spot to get all cozy.
Have a wonderful week!
Michele
PURA VIDA says
May 31, 2012 at 13:21fancy and fun…I am craving a picnic
Kim @ La Belle Époque says
May 31, 2012 at 15:36This is so inviting. Reminds me of when I use to go on picnics as a child.
~Tablescapes By Diane~ says
May 31, 2012 at 16:23Hi lovely lady.
O this is a lovely place for reading a book and have a cold glass of Lemonade.. I also love your pink quilted pillow so sweet. I hope you have a wonderful week Anita with your family and keep cool today is going to be a Hot one.
Thanks for your sweet comments.
XXOO Diane
On Crooked Creek says
May 31, 2012 at 19:52Anita,
Going back to my childhood. I would visit my MoMa’s cousin in Oklahoma and she would always put down a quilt for us in the afternoon under the shade tree. Lemonade in those tin glasses…and she would read to us from a novel. I had no idea what the story line was about…but her soothing voice lured us to sleep…under the shade of the tree. Thank you for the gentle reminder!
Fondly,
Pat