“Summer at home is an invitation to slow down, savor the simple joys and rediscover the beauty in everyday moments.”
-Marcia
Hello, sweet friends…
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I hope you are well.
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During the summer months, my favorite place to be is right at home…
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There’s something incredibly comforting about being in my sweet home when the weather is at its best.
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The warm rays of the sun filter through the windows…
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creating a pleasant ambiance that instantly lifts my spirits…
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One of the main reasons I adore spending summers at home is our thriving garden…
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It’s a symphony of colors and scents, with vibrant flowers blooming in every corner and lush greenery spreading its canopy.
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In my sweet home, meals are not just a necessity but a delightful experience.
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The kitchen becomes a hub of culinary creativity, as I prepare and savor food exactly the way I prefer it…
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The combination of fresh ingredients and the familiar surroundings of my home make each meal a celebration of taste and contentment.
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In my sweet home, time seems to slow down, whether I’m enjoying a good book on the deck, listening to my favorite music, or simply appreciating the beauty around me…
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I find solace in the familiar…
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The sense of comfort and security that permeates every corner of my abode reassures me that I am exactly where I need to be during the summer months…
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it’s a place that nurtures my well-being and reminds me to be grateful for the little pleasures that make life truly remarkable.
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Thank you for such a delightful and peaceful tour of your beautiful garden.
And thank you for the reminder that whatever chapter I am in of my life, it is special because it is mine.
Your comment is so well put ….thank you!
Hi Carol,
Thank you for stopping by…I am always so happy to see you here. I hope that you’re having a wonderful summer and staying cool.
Take care.
.arcia, thank you for sharing your lovely home,gardens and sentiment…beautiful!
Beautiful sentiments. Love a quiet home and spending time by myself on occasions.
Your photos are stunning.
Thank you for sharing with us all.
Dear Nancy,
Thank you for your kind comments. I hope that you are doing well and are feeling more settled at home.
Take care dear friend…wishing you a wonderful summer.
Your comments are just perfect….home is where I would rather be most of the time! It does make going out a real event! My porch and back yard are my sanctuary. Or as our neighbor has dubbed it….”the Kelly Compound” !!!! So fancy….I agree!!!
I love it…”The Kelly Compound”…perfect!
Home is truly where your ❤️ is!
We love our homes!
My garden & future gardens are a work in progress and hopefully very soon will be my sanctuary…
I love the beautiful comments that ate shared here..lovely sentiments…
Marcia…thank you… keep enjoying your gardens and aadventures! Appreciate your sharing !
Hi Carol,
Thank you sweet friend.