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Pasture Picnic

By Anita 26 Comments

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. 

 

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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.

All of that reading was making me sleepy.

I thought I might as well take my boots off, just in case I fell asleep.

Stay cool, ya’ll!!



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Comments

  1. marty (A Stroll Thru Life) says

    May 30, 2012 at 19:46

    Ok, I want to be there. This looks way tooooooooo cool. Enjoy. Hugs, Marty

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  2. Gretchen says

    May 30, 2012 at 20:16

    What a perfect place for a little nap. I love the quilt and all the pillows. Super cute vase too.

    Reply
  3. Ceekay-Thinkin of Home/Doublewide Decor says

    May 30, 2012 at 20:23

    I wanna come too!

    It looks wonderful….

    Reply
  4. Ginger Zuck says

    May 30, 2012 at 20:34

    Lovely post Anita. You’re making me want to take a nap. It’s looks so refreshing, relaxing and very inviting.

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  5. Shelia says

    May 30, 2012 at 21:13

    Hi 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 😉

    Reply
  6. Bliss says

    May 30, 2012 at 22:54

    I got half way through the book, drank half your lemonade, and I napped. NO way I could resist in that environment.

    ~Bliss~

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  7. Anne says

    May 30, 2012 at 22:55

    Anita,
    What a beautiful setting.Perfect for relaxing and reading.All so lovely.
    ((((Hugs))))
    Anne

    Reply
  8. Robyn @ Robyn♥s Nest says

    May 30, 2012 at 23:58

    I love your photo story. I’d probably not be able to relax and just be worried about the bugs crawlin round instead. 🙂

    Reply
  9. Tammy Partin Spangler says

    May 31, 2012 at 00:07

    Oh, this is so nice and peaceful. Isn’t it lovely to be outside enjoying God’s creation! Blessings, Tammy

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  10. ℳartina @ Northern Nesting says

    May 31, 2012 at 00:34

    BEAUTIFUL shots Anita!!

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  11. Kim @ Savvy Southern Style says

    May 31, 2012 at 02:14

    Cute!

    Reply
  12. Betsy@ coastal-colors says

    May 31, 2012 at 02:25

    I just love this! I so want to be there! It gorgeous and so inviting- a little piece of paradise!

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  13. Sandy says

    May 31, 2012 at 02:25

    Wow 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!

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  14. Nancy's Notes says

    May 31, 2012 at 02:30

    Now that is one lovely place to relax, it’s perfect! You are so great at taking pictures, you’ve got some great shots!

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  15. Amanda Dale says

    May 31, 2012 at 03:23

    Gotta love those gorgeous bluebells!

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  16. THE FARMHOUSE PORCH says

    May 31, 2012 at 03:51

    Pretty! Enjoy the lazy day…☼

    Linsey

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  17. Vickie @ Ranger 911 says

    May 31, 2012 at 05:03

    Oh, 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.

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  18. camp and cottage living says

    May 31, 2012 at 05:36

    What a dreamy way to spend an afternoon! I think we need to get back to this kind of old fashioned relaxing.

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  19. Shabby soul says

    May 31, 2012 at 06:52

    Serene atmpsphere, charming images!
    A hug darling Anita
    Silvia

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  20. oldthings says

    May 31, 2012 at 08:46

    Dear 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

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  21. Tracey Steele says

    May 31, 2012 at 11:38

    What a perfect place to sit and relax. You have made it so comfortable, and lemonade too!

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  22. Michele Smith says

    May 31, 2012 at 11:46

    Anita,
    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

    Reply
  23. PURA VIDA says

    May 31, 2012 at 13:21

    fancy and fun…I am craving a picnic

    Reply
  24. Kim @ La Belle Époque says

    May 31, 2012 at 15:36

    This is so inviting. Reminds me of when I use to go on picnics as a child.

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  25. ~Tablescapes By Diane~ says

    May 31, 2012 at 16:23

    Hi 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

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  26. On Crooked Creek says

    May 31, 2012 at 19:52

    Anita,
    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

    Reply

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