It’s nice to be able to sit on the part of the deck that is finished. While the dogs sniff around the yard.
Charlie Ross is sniffing around the pond rocks. Convinced, I’m sure, that there’s a lizard in there hiding from him.
Little daily pleasures are all around us. It’s the little things, really, that bring me profound joy. It’s walking (in this case hobbling. Sprained ankle=old lady cane) in the kitchen and seeing things I’ve gathered from yard sales sitting there to greet me. Wondering what their story is.
Who owned this set of ceramic canisters depicted as vegetables? Some of the vegetable ends are chipped off, which somehow just endears them to me all the more. Who owned this old sewing machine table? I’m sure once it was someone’s grandmother’s treadle sewing machine.
I wonder why someone gave up this plate cabinet I picked up at an antique mall? That now holds these espresso cups I bought at Ross.
This is an animal house. So if there’s someplace soft, there will be a dog or cat on it.
Just above the couch are the two plates I bought at the consignment shop down the road. I purchased the two plate hangers ($10 for the set) at the same shop.
I picked this wooden tray up at a garage sale. And the two blue and white jars at another one last weekend. I think I might decoupage at least the bottom of this tray. Thinking about it. Any thoughts or suggestions?
The bulletin board over my computer…
I like the way the blue wall in my garden room transitions to yellow in the kitchen. I’m glad we had it painted these colors recently.
Upon close inspection, I see that I’ve failed to change my calendar here from May to June. Need to do that.
I suppose I’ll spend a quiet weekend at home. The bank construction across the street is generally shut down on those two days. Maybe I’ll sit out on the partially-built deck some and listen to the birds and the water trickling in the pond.
What plans have you got on the agenda?
It’s nice to see that someone is taking the time to reflect on all the daily pleasures around them. It seems some of us (me) forget to do this. Thanks for the reminder. I too love thinking about the past history of something I pick up at a thrift store, garage sale or antique store. And I don’t mind if something has a chip or crack, it just means it was loved. You should see the dishes we use everyday. I’ve never shown them in a tablescape as they are all chipped up & have tons of crazing & scratches. But I love them & still use them everyday. I’m enjoying your blog very much. I will check back with you on your next post.
Your blog is aptly named. It sure is a cozy little house.
I absolutely love your place. It is darling, warm, and truly cozy!
I feel right at home when I visit your blog Brenda…I love all the wonderful finds you have pick up recently while thrifting. I really love your sewing table/island.
I am planning on working in my studio most of the weekend, but I will take time to savor the simple joys that surround me. Thanks for the reminder!
I love the canisters and my plans for the weekend? Well, to get my house to look like yours:) I am crazy about your home. Too cute! Thanks for sharing.
Joyce
Hi Brenda…
Just read the sweet note that you left for me on my water tablescape…thank you so much for coming by and for your sweet comments!!!
Ohhh…it’s always such a pleasure coming by your place for a visit…it’s just a happy place to me!!! I often reflect on life’s pleasures…big and small!
Well my friend, I love all of your pretties! I think that using that old treddle sewing machine in your kitchen for a small island is a grand idea! I love how it looks in there! And you have so many treasures on top of it!!! I enjoyed looking through all of your treasure finds…thank you for sharing them with us!
Warmest wishes…have a great weekend, my friend!
Chari
Brenda,
Your home is the perfect cozy home to relax and feel joy in. With all the happy color and wonderful things which you have collected over the years… It turned out beautifully!
I have sewn on a singer sewing machine which had a table about like that one. It shows my age.:-)
I found a red drain rack like yours at Shopko on clearance when I was out looking for yet another wedding gift. It is sitting in this very un kempt room! Maybe it will help me put some type of order to this well used and loved space. I love your bulletine board and the wonderful quotes and pictures. I noticed your daughters family. Is little Marley is the shot?
We are about wedding gifted out and still have several nephews getting married within the next 6 weeks along with several friends.
This week end we have our son’s family here… they ran an errand and the house is so quiet! Tonight we are attending another grandchild’s dance recital.
I do hope you take it easy on your ankle so you can move easily around your gardens and your home. I hope it heals very fast!
Best wishes, Beth
I really enjoy visiting you! Your cozy little house is such a happy place! I love how your dogs make themselves at home. Mine do that too!
I just found a big bulletin board at a thrift store for 99 cents! Yours looks great! I’m going to try (emphasis on TRY) to get the rest of the grass out of my soon to be mailbox garden this weekend. It’s supposed to be sunny and hot! Better start early…
Hope you have a wonderful weekend.
Blessings, Kathi
Brenda, It is always a treat to come and visit! I cannot wait to get my house in order again so I can change decor and get comfy again. It’s almost done- yea! Love all you showed today, especially the old treadle Singer in the kitchen. Hugs, Sue
Your pups are adorable! Mine claim the most comfortable spots too
Your home is so happy & inviting. How you manage to pull so many colors & styles together into one, creating your own pleasing style is incredible. I imagine it’s impossible to be bored in your cozy little house.
I also wonder about the things people part with. And I wonder if others wonder about the stuff I leave on the curb or take to thrift. Funny how we trade “up” our “stuff”.
Love your home!!! Don’t you just love it when you post a pic and see lovely things like two soda cans!! You can see mine in my bedroom redo at least yours is just a calender page not turned! hehehe
Hugs to you and your yorkies!! Lisa
Another lovely post, Brenda! I love that wicker chair with the pretty cushion! Now those little fuzzy faces are just adorable! Love everything in your home! I always love to see it.
Be a sweetie,
Shelia
Visiting your blog is relaxing and calming and completely enjoyable. Your bulletin board is very organized and neat, very impressive. Only one thing wrong with it…..my picture isn’t hanging up there. ha-ha
I love your bulletin board above your computer.
John worked on the house while I went to Wally World. I’ve put 3 coats of red paint on the front door but it looks like it will at lease one more. The work just keeps going and going and going….
I so enjoy my visits to you home. Every corner, nook, and cranny is interesting and inspiring. Wonderful pics and decor is fabulous!
Really pretty post, Brenda, and those dogs! Oh, how cute they are!
I have been out of town this weekend for Cecelia’s dance recital. Am playing catch up with my blogging. Loved reading this post, too.
Hope you had a good weekend!
XO,
Sheila
Look at those adorable Yorkies! I have three boys–Mister, Zap, and Murphy.
What a cute blog!!! After seeing you precious pups, I must ask…have you seen Ki’s blog post on making a pet bed from an upside down TABLE? I am making one right now…they are just too cute. Search Junk Camp blog…or I have a link on my blog….I think you will LOVE it!!! Have a GREAT DAY!!