A place to rest at day’s end…..
My favorite outdoor spot right now is right here on my swing. The swing my dad made for me many years ago that I brought over from Georgia and hung up 3 years ago.
And since we got the under deck patio finished last year, this has quickly become my go-to relaxation spot.
All I need is a magazine and I’m good to go.
And here’s my view when I sometimes lay all the way down in the swing with my head on a pillow and my knees propped up. And sometimes I doze off to sleepy town. I’ve always been able to nap really well outside, have you?
A book from my bookcase on my little side table in case I want to read too, an autobiography of one of my favorite artists ever, Gladys Knight, an Atlanta girl (finished this one). And the new fountain is over there. I’ve got big plans for that area too with lots more landscaping. It’s in perfect earshot for the swing and plays some nice background music.
This little iron side table I picked up last year at a yardsale for $4 and found the old piece of marble at Grandma Eleanor’s cottage for free. Perfecto! Holds a cold beverage just right. By the way, Grandma’s house just sold and closed last week. I’ll tell you about that later on.
Looking over to the circular bed I’ve been working on lately.
Another old pot rescued from Grandma’s house holds some caladiums.
And right around the corner, coming in the gate to our backyard is my Endless Summer hydrangea that is just bursting with blooms. My plan is to have lots more of these around.
Say hello to our little friend. We have plenty of these guys around.
And these guys too. Some bunny loves you.
Close up of the blooming hydrangeas.
And some tiger lilies that I just dug up and transplanted from Georgia on my last trip.
So, how about you, do you have a favorite spot in the yard to nap and read? I sure have been enjoying mine, in between all the rain showers lately. Oh well, the rain sure makes for some pretty flowers, but the sun’s been beaming the last few days and summer is officially here. It’s hot!
I’m joining Darlene over at Our Creative Life, for an I Love Summer party. Go on over and check out the links and be inspired about summer yourself.
Also, added to Kimba’s Garden Party!
My favorite spot in summer is in the AC, Rhoda! LOL! Just teasing (sort of). I love our balcony in early morning. I also like it at Christmas at noon because you can hear various carrillons (sp) at downtwon churches playing Christmas hymns. Can you tell where my mind is today??? 😉
XO,
Sheila 🙂
Oh, and before I go eat my breakfast… I adore your hydrangeas. The color is STUNNING! And I love all of your garden ornaments including Grandma’s pot. Your yard looks great! 🙂
XO,
Sheila
Oh I just love all you have done to your yard!
I just posted some pics of my yard on my blog yesterday….come take a look.
I just read your previous post about the transformation. FYI, did you know there are “deck drains” that you can install under the deck that act as a roof with gutters so you can sit under the deck when it rains and you won’t get wet? I haven’t tried it but there are various systems and I know that Lowes has something.
Ann
Your yard is absolutely gorgeous!!! I also LOVE your swing. I have my swing on my blog today too. It is such a relaxing spot!
mmmm…your hydrangeas are gorgeous! they are my favorite along with geraniums. the swing looks so inviting…and that issue of TH has been flipped thru lots already here 🙂 i love being on my back deck watching the kids run in the yard.
My favorite spot is rocking on the swing. I don’t have any lovlies to look at like you do, but with a good book or some stitching, I can sit for hours on end listening to my kiddo play and just “be”.
Your garden retreat is absolutely beautiful. The hydrangeas are amazing. Blessings to you!
I love swings…I can see why you enjoy yours…your flowers are beautiful…
Ahhh. What a lovely spot to relax and enjoy the summer! Your flowers are beautiful.
At our last house we had a screened porch that I would often take little naps on. But here my swing is on the front porch, so I try to stay awake–don’t want the neighbors to see me dozing. 😉
Your yard looks so beautiful! What a great place to relax!
Lovely flowers too!
Oh Rhoda, you’ve a wonderful place there. I’m now inspired to garden. And Traditional Home is my favorite home magazine. Happy napping!
Your backyard looks so relaxing with all the flowers, fountain and swing; how nice that you have this to enjoy. Happy reading back there on your swing.
Cheri
Oh, Rhoda, I am so jealous! 😉 I have been asking (okay, nagging) my husband to get off his rear and build our deck for a year and a HALF now, and I just keep getting excuses. So, right now, I don’t have a favorite spot in my yard b/c there is nowhere to sit. 😉 Your flowers are just gorgeous…I esp. love the blue endless summer hydrangea!
Your “swing spot” is lovely. I have a swing way in the back of my yard… I need to go back there more often. My rocking/swivel chairs on my patio have to be one of my faves! When I sit there I look out onto my flower garden. I also have another favorite spot… on my front porch looking out at the neighborhood. I enjoy my morning coffee there. I need to get a hydrangea. Do you feed it? Have a great week! Nancy from OHIO
Just lovely! I enjoy my screened porch! If I sat under your deck for one minute, those precious little mosquitoes would have a field day!! SO…screen is my friend!!
BTW, what kind of camera do you use? Great pics!
Hugs,
Susan
Wow! That was a beautiful little tour. I like how you’ve got the hydrangeas and the impatiens and hostas all there together. Very pretty. Wish I’d have thought of that. I think I just may do a day’s worth of blogging about swings! Seems to be such a popular and beautiful topic. Thanks again for sharing your great ideas.
Good Morning Miz Rhoda,
I love your spot! I remember how hard you worked on creating it last year, it sure looks great. And you’ve given me an idea of what to do with some topless tables I have…
Oh – can i cup join you with my cup of coffee and magazine? Sheer bliss. 🙂
There is nothing like a pretty place with a swing. Your spot would be my favorite too. Your hydrangeas are beautiful.
Enjoy your day
Hugs
becky