Wednesday, 7 June 2017

Can You Blame Us???


We got to spend 4 days here last week...

And...let me tell you...it was gorgeous!!!!

Although a bit on the Windy side...we always find a nice sunny spot to sit...

And just enjoy Nature...and...thank our lucky stars...

That we bought this little piece of paradise...🌟




Our driveway was absolutely saturated with the Bridal Wreath Spirea...

Stunning....






While I made Potato Salad...

This was my view...

BY the way...I had a cob of cooked corn left over...I added it to the salad...

Deeeelicious!!




I finally got my baskets potted up...

Used a mix of Perennials from the garden and annuals...

We will see how they do....

I did not buy as many annuals as I usually do...

I may have to visit the Nursery again...😉



These White Dianthus are in a basket from 3 years ago...

Aren't they just brilliant???? 


Lake Erie never disappoints...and it is extremely high from all the rain...


The sunporch is coming together nicely...

Just need a few more finishing touches...

Our very favorite spot....



Hope you are all well...

I am so pleased with myself that I actually got 2 posts out this week...

We are heading back down right after lunch...

Can you blame us????

          Thanks for all your lovely comments....

               Most appreciated....

                     Have a lovely week and weekend...

                          The sun is supposed to be hanging around a lot more...

                                      Cheers!  :o)

                                             linda ♥️

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37 comments:

  1. Debra She Who Seeks7 June 2017 at 07:57

    That bridal wreath spirea is just breathtaking!

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  2. Gloria Baker7 June 2017 at 08:55

    Always I say that but your pictures are always stunning and beautiful dear Linda, send you hugs and love!

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    1. Linda10 June 2017 at 13:07

      HI Gloria....right back at you...hope you are well...💛

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  3. Wanda7 June 2017 at 11:06

    I would have to say this is what I'm sure a corner of heaven is going to look like. And that plate with all the goodies on it....a picture itself... Sorry I've been remiss in visiting. We had 4 graduations and a birthday over the past weeks. That's what happens when you have a dozen grandkids...HaHa.

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    1. Linda10 June 2017 at 13:08

      I am sure you have been busy Wanda...with such a big family!
      So glad you stopped by...I must visit you as well....

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  4. Birdie7 June 2017 at 11:52

    Wow! The Bridal Wreath Spirea is beyond beautiful! Does it take much work to get it to bloom like that?

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    1. Linda10 June 2017 at 13:10

      It was there when we bought the cottage Barbara...I have transplanted a few around the property...when they are all in bloom is it fantastic!!! I guess the only thing is..not to cut off the blooms for next year. My boyfriend always wants to trim them 3-4 times in the summer, and I have to slap him silly! hahahaha!!!

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  5. Linda7 June 2017 at 12:42

    The weather if finally lovely, hope it is as nice at the cottage. I don't blame you one bit fir spending lots of time there, a gorgeous place. Enjoy.

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    1. Linda10 June 2017 at 13:10

      We do love it Linda...well worth all the hard work...

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  6. Eddie7 June 2017 at 15:20

    Heavenly place, heavenly plants and flowers, heavenly people . . . :)

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  7. Eddie7 June 2017 at 15:22

    I'm coming to live next door . . . :)

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    1. Linda10 June 2017 at 13:11

      You've been threatening that for a few years now!!!

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  8. Country Gal 7 June 2017 at 15:27

    Looks lovely there. I am always happy to see posts of that sweet cottage . Pretty baskets of flowers . We get a lot of winds off of the lake here to as it isn't very far from us I can imaging what it is like for you being right off of the lake . Lake Erie is a lovely lake for sure all across the north shores such beauty along it . Oh that potato salad looks YUMMY ! The mosquitoes are bad here this year as it has been such a damp spring I would like a screen porch like that for my back porch that is open especially in time like now where there are lots of annoying bugs at us when we sit out there . Thanks for sharing have a good day ! .

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    1. Linda10 June 2017 at 13:12

      Get your hubby to build you one Elaine!!! He is very handy....

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  9. Betsy Brock7 June 2017 at 17:15

    I was just telling someone else that I need to get a spirea...so beautiful! There are some very old huge ones on the road just outside our neighborhood and I love them!

    Glad you're enjoying the cottage....everything is looking great!

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    1. Linda10 June 2017 at 13:13

      Thanks Betsy...it is different this year...spending more time since the boyfriend retired....

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  10. Painting the hamptons7 June 2017 at 18:20

    Beautiful! The bridal wreath flowers are gorgeous. I did a few of my patio pots too. I think I bought all of the red geranium pots at my farmstead. :)

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    1. Linda10 June 2017 at 13:14

      Aren't Geraniums just the best flower ever!! Non-stop blooms right into Fall...
      Enjoy your weekend Gail...

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  11. Notes From ABroad7 June 2017 at 18:57

    I imagine it must be very hard to leave there at the end of your weekend .. it is quite beautiful .. C

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    1. Linda10 June 2017 at 13:15

      Thanks Candice...it is always nice to get home again...more luxurious here!!
      I am already nearly finished the laundry...and we got home about an hour ago!!

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  12. Patricia8 June 2017 at 03:03

    Your cottage really is a little spot of Paradise, made more so by your great gardening skills. I always love to see your baskets, such a lovely idea. The bridal wreath flowers are gorgeous, and I don't think I have ever seen that plant. Now I want a potato salad your yours - YUM!

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    1. Linda10 June 2017 at 13:16

      Get busy and whip up a potato salad Patricia! The Bridal Wreath is gorgeous...will be done this week tho...too quickly!!

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  13. coffeeontheporchwithme8 June 2017 at 03:44

    I think it must have been the perfect spring for bridal wreath spirea because I'm noticing it a lot right now! Good for you getting your baskets done. I feel a bit behind, just hanging plants so far. Your food pictures always look so good! -Jenn

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    1. Linda10 June 2017 at 13:16

      I have not done much of anything at home here Jenn...I must get something going here!!
      Enjoy your weekend...

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  14. Karen @ Beatrice Euphemie8 June 2017 at 14:36

    A lovely little haven, Linda, and no, can't blame you for wanting to spend every moment possible there! Love all the pretty flowers, your cute baskets, your milk glass collection xx and that amazing sun-porch looking out on the gorgeous lake. Wish I lived next door :) Enjoy every moment. xo Karen

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    1. Linda10 June 2017 at 13:17

      Oh KAren....your property is so beautiful...with the mountains...but, there is something to say about living by the water...
      enjoy your weekend...

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  15. Tanna9 June 2017 at 04:32

    So, so beautiful, Linda!! Such a perfect haven to unwind and rejuvenate!! Magic!! blessings ~ tanna

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    1. Linda10 June 2017 at 13:18

      And work hard! hahaha!
      Enjoy your weekend Tanna...

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  16. Unknown9 June 2017 at 12:47

    Everything is so lush, colourful and lovely. Flowers, food, scenery! And you sound so cheery and happy which is the best part of all. Enjoy the weekend, finally some nice weather. Which will be nice for us tonight at the Garden Soirée at Riverwood. Take care...

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    1. Linda10 June 2017 at 13:19

      HI Hester...yes...lovely weather...we spent Wed-this afternoon...have to come home to take care of the pool...and do LAUNDRY! hahaha!!
      I am sure you had a great time at the Soiree! David ok???????

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    2. Unknown11 June 2017 at 06:16

      Thanks for asking, yes, he's fine. Enjoy the day. ☀️🌺

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    3. Linda13 June 2017 at 17:05

      👏🏻

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  17. Unknown12 June 2017 at 18:22

    Spirea is so pretty and delicate. Your cottage is lovely, welcoming and beautiful. How fortunate you are to have such a lovely spot.

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  18. Lynne14 June 2017 at 04:49

    Charming . . . no doubt about it . . .
    Love your potting in baskets . . .
    Very cottagy . . .

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