A magazine....sometimes a book....
The reading material varies, but what comes next never does.
I tell myself, every single time, that I'm just going to rest my eyes for a minute or two.
And every single time, I believe I can do it - rest my eyes, that is - without falling asleep.
And every single time, I'm wrong.
The next thing I know.....I see this.
Focus....
Sit up.....
Sweep the cobwebs from the corners of my mind, and carry on with my day.
"Summer afternoon - summer afternoon.....the two most beautiful words in the English language."
~Henry James
This is funny! I just posted the exact same quote!
ReplyDeleteThey are the most beautiful words aren't they? I don't think I could resist drifting off in that peacful setting either. What a pretty view you have to wake up to. Thanks for sharing, enjoy your lazy summer days thats what they were made for!
ReplyDeleteDee
Hahahaa!!!
ReplyDeleteHi Teresa! How beautiful! I could spend a lot of time on that precious porch swing! Your surroundings are so gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteBe a sweetie,
Shelia ;)
I would end up doing the same thing! What a beautiful view to have in front of you when you wake up. :)
ReplyDeleteIt may just be my imagination, but I have a feeling it gets very quiet in your neck of the woods. The stillness along with the scenery, and a cool breeze...I think I'd be nappin' too.
ReplyDeleteSweet Dreams,
Heather
Love the swing. It makes nice spot for napping.
ReplyDeleteYour porch swing is to die for! I am inspired to make bright covers for my porch pillows. And your yard is just so beautiful. I could sleep there all the time. You have created a slice of heaven!
ReplyDeleteAnnette
How beautiful! ... I am in awe.
ReplyDeleteLaurie
Now that is the perfect way to spend an afternoon.
ReplyDeleteDreamy. Seriously. That porch swing, those cushions. They make my eyes hurt they are so cute.
ReplyDeleteThe view from your porch swing is beautiful, no matter which angle you are looking at it from. I love the vintage fabric in those pillows too! have a wonderful weekend!
ReplyDeleteWhat a perfect way to waste a bit of time... totally divine!
ReplyDeleteDi
Just woke up from a wonderful
ReplyDeletenap, myself....out in the
Pacific Northwest, where I'm
visiting my folks : ) I hear
the water from their brook
babbling through the open window
and despite a very great book,
I find my eyes growing heavy....
But, oh, what beauty when I
wake up! And, I'm on holiday,
so what the heck, right?
LOVE your pictures!!
xx Suzanne
Hi there, I love the atmosphere of your porch, swing and yard. The fabric on the cushion and pillows are so vintage, just delightful. We used to have a swing but not now-we don't have an overhang at least out back and our front porch is too small. Love your flowers as well, and I love naps-especially on the weekend.
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful weekend.
Noreen
Ahh! Your porch scenery is beautiful. How relaxing! Love it!
ReplyDeleteI do that sitting in my chair, as of late.
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Claudia
Do I evah want to sleep up on that porch of yours. Beam me there, Benny. Beam. Me. There.
ReplyDeleteHoney-you are getting to old to sit for too long a spell. But what a nice spell it is. Looks so fresh there-do you the humidity we get here? A girl could have some proper daydreamin' there.
ReplyDeleteThat is one of the loveliest spots I've ever seen. I'm glad to hear that you make the most of it. It seems that as I get older it becomes more and more difficult to not fall asleep when I try to read.
ReplyDeleteThere's nothing like it...drifting off with a gentle breeze and the singing of the birds. Enjoy it! It's okay to slow down and take a break now & then from the daily "must-do's!"
ReplyDeleteI don't think that I have ever commented on this blog, but I want you to know just how very much I enjoy every single visit that I have here. I like it so much that I mentioned your blog on my blog today, so that others could receive the same blessing that I do. This latest post with the porch swing and the gorgeous vintage fabrics is so beautiful and so relaxing. Thank you for sharing farm life in such an attractive way, and for sharing your amazing photography skills with all of blogland. You are a gifted lady.
ReplyDeleteI have been wanting a porch swing for I don't know how long! I'm so jealous!
ReplyDeleteLove this...a nice little escape from the morning.
ReplyDeleteknitting seems to help me relax and refocus...enjoy the summer.
ReplyDeletethat swing is FAB!!!!!
Hi... I am planning on remodeling my kitchen and was trying to find pics of yours on your blog for inspiration. I clicked on Meadowbrook Kitchen but it just has recipes. I could've sworn I've seen kitchen pics on your blog before. Do you have any? Thanks!
ReplyDeleteHi Linda....
ReplyDeleteThe kitchen pictures are under the Junk House label.
Happy remodeling!
This is a beautiful restful post. I feel revived just reading it. Thanks for sharing your beauty with us!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful post.
ReplyDeleteI felt relaxed and sleepy-eyed just reading it.
Your photos are-as always- stunning.
Laura
White Spray Paint
Loverly place for a snooze! Except you'll need a light blanket here in the PNW...
ReplyDeleteNow that I think about, rarely do I read and sit up at the same time.
I want to move in with you. It looks like you live in paradise! Love the quilts and pillows. They put a smile on my face!
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