Porches are a playback to earlier times when people had more time, were more sociable and didn't live in air-conditioned abodes… I love sitting here for breakfast and enjoy the morning air and later the cool breezes of the evening…
My world is always filled with perfume here… of sunshine kisses on the lilies and moonlight through my roses....
Here I delight with the sound of robins stirring in their nest; a Yellow Warbler flies the sky above my head… look at me, look at me it delights the ear with it's voice, soothing my soul, inviting peace.
And at dusk I can see the path that fairy feet had pressed on the ground... reflected stars shine in the birdbath and the water of the floating candles…
My favorite thing about my back porch is actually sitting quietly and listening… the silence seemed to speak to me each time. But as to “things” that make it “mine”: The romantic flair of tables adorned with white linens, candles and fresh flowers…
Did you notice my new candle holders? They’re some old recycle globe light fixture I bought at Habitat for Humanity the other day… just put the candle in it and voila!
Personal touches such as potted plants and vintage fabrics can turn any porch into a welcoming destination...
The covered part of our porch is the perfect spot for al fresco dining and relaxing. In spring and summer, this is where we host all our dinner parties…
Some day I'll add some pretty string of globe lights, and to make it even more romantic, maybe add some sheer curtain panels and a chandelier with clear prism drops… and I want heaps of jars with battery-operated fireflies to hang among the green leaves of the grape vine and pergola!
It is so every summer…. And I love every minute of it right here on my back porch… a jeweled balm for the spirit!
23 comments:
Would it be rude to invite myself over???
Oh, Cielo... what a dreamy place to be. I love your porch and don't blame you for blessing it every morning and every night. It's simply mesmerizing... Hugs.. Gayla
I enjoyed reading your blog tonight. Absolutley gorgeous pictures...i bookmarked so
I can return
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Those fake hydrangea almost look real! Nice patio spot...enjoy your relax!
Is that a Heaven ?
Atleast for me it is.
The is just lovely! I love the ideas of the candle in the glass. I going to keep that one in my file of great ideas! Thanks for sharing.
Charla
What a beautiful haven you have.It is a perfect place for you to relax in with all your romantic touches-such pretty fabrics. Great idea with the candles too.
Have a great weekend in your own special garden!
Carolyn
Your back porch is beautiful. I love the idea of the candle globes. Thanks for sharing.
Willow
It's a dreamy porch!
I would never leave a porch such as yours, it is gorgeous. I love your fountain and garden too. Kathy.
Dear Cielo.....so very very charming.....everything always looks so inviting and romantic.....I love your style and ideas......have a sweet and beautiful weekend my friend......
I love your back yard. I know that if it was mine, I would be out there most of the time. My favorite picture is where you took it looking through the grapevines. Beautiful!
Beautiful! And what a concept of being able to enjoy the back porch in the SUMMER! It is 10:30 here & still is about a 100 degrees outside. That concrete just holds the heat. I will close my eyes & dream that I am at you house.
you have made a perfect little oasis~
Dear Cielo,
Thank you for sharing your back porch with us!!
I have something for you at my place.. please stop by.
♥ & ((hugs))
bindi
hoe beautiful and relaxing Cielo...
are the flowers from your garden? they are beautiful!
BG
Cielo, what a beautiful, magical place to rest. I feel refreshed just from the lovely images.
Hugs,
Dena
Psssst . . . it's me -- I've crept quietly into your wonderland and found myself so at home. (Thank you.) The busy swirls of "life" have engulfed me in a torrent that rarely lends me much wandering time aside from my own garden. This morn I wandered on the blog a bit and found myslef at the threshold of your gentle site of respite and encouragement and refreshment. I entered with gleeful anticipation. I have been blessed.
Each day I should sip at this well -- if only for a moment -- but alas life cranks up the wheels and I am far-flung again. I hear a call . . . my name sweetly sought . . . I must fold wings and walk downstairs.
Thank you for the moment's journey to a quietness I can rub into my soul and savor.
XO ~~ Debbie
First time visitor... I just had to say how beautiful your garden and porch look. Thank you for sharing :-)
Hugs
Denise
What a beautiful place to visit. Your porch is so inviting. And those roses! Gorgeous.
Thank you for stopping by my and inviting me!
xo
Brooke
What a gorgeous setting. I love the vintage linens!
What a beautiful place. I can see why you would savor every moment there.
Thanks for your visit! Of course, I would be delighted if you join my Garden Party this weekend.
~Susan
Your blog is absolutely enchanting !!! I come here when i need a touch of tranquility in my life. Thank you so much for your efforts that I know so many of us delight in. Merci. May I ask the name of the pale pink old fashioned rose in the silver coffee pot ??? Superb !!
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