Pets and Fireworks

I've never had this problem with Webster and Tabitha but it's still a good idea, especially tonight. We have fireworks at a nearby park and we can see them from a distance over the treetops from the balcony of the cottage. Have a great long weekend everyone. xo

THAT SINK.

Such a great arrangement for a repurposed kitchen sink. via

Be safe and have a wonderful July 4th holiday weekend.

Brush Pots

With Kitten via

With Feather via

Brown Face Sheep

The mother is beautiful and her lamb is very sweet. Love the countryside too. via

Setting Up for July 4th

This looks like a fun place for a small gathering around the fire pit. via

Vintage Bathroom Mirror

Remember these mirrors? I would dearly love to have one now, wouldn't you? It would be so helpful when I'm cutting my own hair. What! Yes, I do a better job than any salon and I never hate what I've done. via

Wonderful Outdoor Shower in Hawaii

One of the best things about summer is taking a shower outdoors. Agreed? This one is super nice. via

A Serious Vegetable Garden

And a beautiful one too! via

Soft Grey Kitchen Love

I'm pretty sure I would spend all or most of my time opening drawers looking for something, but that thought aside, I love this kitchen. via

Do You Prefer The Deck or The Beach?

These people are ready for summer, aren't they? The decks have been repaired and you can walk all the way to the beach without having your feet touch the sand. What a spot! via

Do you have vacation plans?

What happened to June? Can you believe today is the last day and this is actually the week of July 4th? Time flies when you aren't looking. via

Perfection with Weeds

You can't imagine how good this photo makes me feel. These people have manicured bushes and beautiful plantings yet they have weeds in their pavers just like the ones I have in my gravel driveway. It's good to know somebody else doesn't want to spray either. I actually mowed my driveway last week and it's looking more and more like an extension of my lawn. via

Cattle Egret Bird Parents with Young

Mr. and Mrs. Cattle Egret look pretty shocked, don't they? Their triplets look like little aliens but the parents are quite handsome so this awkward, just-hatched stage will soon pass. via

The Studio with Pots of Flowers

This looks like a delightful multi-purpose room, doesn't it? via

My Wisteria When It Was Blooming

This wisteria is not mine. I don't allow anything to grow on my cottage. via

This is mine earlier this spring. It's pretty close to the bedroom end of my cottage and I have to keep an eye on it because it's always trying to climb up the downspouts. 

Marc Johns: Polka Dot Elephant

This surprises me too. via

Pretty in Pink: Flamingo with Chick

Isn't this a beautiful photo? Somehow I never imagined what these big birds looked like when they were hatchlings. via

Love the Interior Stone Wall

I like the cat too. What a great bedroom! via

Screen Porch w/ Fireplace and TV

j. paul moore photography

Now this is what I call outdoor summer living.

Best Friends Forever

The title of this photo is so cute.

"Forbidden Love"

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I can't wait to get in my bed. I mowed and weed whacked all afternoon and I'm pooped. I got way behind because of all the rain we've had. I mowed yesterday too. I still have a lot to do but progress is being made. Yay.

I can't stop watching this.

I'll bet you can't look away either, right? via

Lovely Butterfly.

Butterfly or moth? I can never tell which is which. Anyway, it's a lovely composition. via

S is for Selling in Summer

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These people are all set for summer and are hopeful about selling their beautiful home. Found on the MLS. I think they have done everything right from the looks of the outside, don't you?