Sunday, September 15, 2013

Get Comfy & Cosy



                                                              Hello everyone,
                                With the cooler days of Autumn it is nice to take a relaxing afternoon tea
                               in the comfort of home.We have had some cooler days and evenings here,
                               but also some warm muggy days ~ typical for our Island September weather.
                               
                               So, on a cool day it was nice to have tea on the chaise in the bay window
                               looking out into the garden.
                                  A nice cup of tea and a good book makes for a lovely tea break don't you think?                                       When I was growing up I remember my Mom always freshened up in the middle of the                                  afternoon and sat down to enjoy a nice cup of tea and maybe a letter from                                                   home(Holland).
                               It was a habit that stayed with her and even now she still enjoys a little cup of tea.



                                         The sun popped out and warmed things up a bit!
        Hope you enjoyed a nice little break in your busy day!

  Today, I am joining Rose Chintz Cottage for Tea Time Tuesday.

                                                                Thank you for visiting,
                                                                                        Carolyn
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29 comments:

  1. PoppySeptember 15, 2013 at 3:40 PM

    Oh, Carolyn,

    You have such an eye for pretty, elegant images, these looking more like paintings than photos. So romantic and charming a room. Thank you for that island light!

    Poppy

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  2. HuldaSeptember 15, 2013 at 4:12 PM

    It looks so cosy and nice in your home. The windows are great, and a great bench to lay down on. Lovely photos. :)I enjoyed your post!

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  3. MadeliefSeptember 15, 2013 at 4:51 PM

    Dear Carolyn,

    I am happy to hear about your mother. It's good that she can still enjoy simple things like having a cup of tea. Please let me know if I can send her anything from Holland!

    Just noticed your photo on the cover of the magazine. Such an honour! Congratulations!!!

    Love your spot to lay down and enjoy the garden....

    Happy week!

    Madelief x

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  4. MadeliefSeptember 15, 2013 at 4:51 PM

    Dear Carolyn,

    I am happy to hear about your mother. It's good that she can still enjoy simple things like having a cup of tea. Please let me know if I can send her anything from Holland!

    Just noticed your photo on the cover of the magazine. Such an honour! Congratulations!!!

    Love your spot to lay down and enjoy the garden....

    Happy week!

    Madelief x

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  5. AlicjaSeptember 15, 2013 at 5:39 PM

    :-)

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  6. AnneSeptember 15, 2013 at 5:41 PM

    Carolyn what a lovely spot to sit and enjoy a cup of tea.Hard to believe September is here already!
    xx
    Anne

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  7. Betty September 15, 2013 at 5:49 PM

    You outdid yourself again. I love cozy places in the home.

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  8. 20 North OraSeptember 15, 2013 at 6:04 PM

    What a great place to sit and relax! Beautiful vignettes.

    Judy

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  9. YONKSSeptember 15, 2013 at 6:31 PM

    This looks so comfortable. I can't believe the sun is shining through your windows. It has done nothing but rain here in the UK all day :-(
    D
    X

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  10. ARTESANATO EM GERALSeptember 15, 2013 at 6:34 PM

    Olá Carolyn,

    Um belo momento para um chá. É possível sentir a tranquilidade e aconchego.
    Uma boa semana.

    Lauriane

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  11. Cantinho da ZazáSeptember 15, 2013 at 7:10 PM

    Here I am... taking my relaxing time through your comfortable images!
    Zazá

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  12. Brenda PruittSeptember 15, 2013 at 9:30 PM

    I would SO love to sit and gaze out your window at your gorgeous and bountiful gardens!
    Brenda

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  13. Pamela GordonSeptember 15, 2013 at 10:28 PM

    That chaise looks so nice with a view of your beautiful gardens. I think I'd enjoy a cup of tea, a good book and a nap there. :)

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  14. SusanSeptember 15, 2013 at 11:10 PM

    Hello Carolyn...I did, indeed, enjoy the break even though it's almost bed time for me.

    Take care and enjoy the week of life ahead. Susan

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  15. Edith DUTERTRESeptember 16, 2013 at 4:20 AM

    ho! comme j'aimerais partager
    ce thé avec vous
    dans un si beau décor
    je vous avez promis des images
    sur la Hollande
    mais cela fait trop à passer
    par mail
    je vous ai fait une disquette
    que je peux vous envoyer
    pour cela il me faut votre adresse
    à très bientôt
    tendresse
    edith

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  16. Janneke September 16, 2013 at 11:28 AM

    Yes I have my afternoon tea break and love reading your ever so romantic blogpost. Haha, but I have my teatime in front of the pc, but yes sometimes I love to have my tea on the chaise with a good book, lovely.

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  17. CarolSeptember 16, 2013 at 11:46 AM

    Wish I could get in that lounge and read all afternoon. I like to have a cuppa after lunch. Have a great week!

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  18. Judith @ Lavender CottageSeptember 16, 2013 at 3:30 PM

    My how the room changed when the sun came out. It takes on a golden glow, and softens everything.
    I don't think I'd get much reading done laying there, I'd be nodding off before long.
    Judith

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  19. Magali@TheLittleWhiteHouseSeptember 16, 2013 at 3:52 PM

    I love your transferware teapot.

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  20. Franziska und Rico SchönauerSeptember 16, 2013 at 4:08 PM

    Dear Carolyn
    I am from switzerland. And I love your gardens, the little houses and all the tausends of flowers...
    absolutly beautiful
    Lovely Greetings from the Valnöt-Hus
    Franziska

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  21. Tea in TexasSeptember 16, 2013 at 6:32 PM

    How lovely to have tea by the window with a special book to read. Your wonderful red transferware teapot is so perfect with the roses cup and saucer. Have a great early fall week.

    Pam

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  22. brandy1September 16, 2013 at 7:27 PM

    Your "spot" looks so cosy and welcoming. How lovely to have a cup of tea in such a pretty room.Shirley N.Z

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  23. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageSeptember 16, 2013 at 9:15 PM

    Just beautiful, Carolyn! You have such a cozy spot there with the view out to the gardens. Love the geranuims too. Thank you for stopping by to have tea with me.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  24. Heaven's WalkSeptember 16, 2013 at 10:21 PM

    Your life, your decor, your style....is just sheer elegance, Carolyn. You truly know how to appreciate the simpler, finer things in life. You are a treasure, my friend! :)

    xoxo laurie

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  25. Louise-ArdenSeptember 16, 2013 at 10:31 PM

    aww I have the same teacup :) , your post is Beautiful!

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  26. LindaSeptember 16, 2013 at 11:11 PM

    Very inviting. I'll be right over! Lol
    Hugs to you and Andrew.
    Linda at Beautiful Ideas

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  27. Mühlenlädchen WohnaccessoiresSeptember 17, 2013 at 5:05 AM

    Dear Carolyn

    what a beautiful blog...congratulations.
    I found your blog this morning by reading the newest post from Valnöt-Hus /Switzerland.

    You can be happy to live in such a beautiful house with your fantastic garden

    Lovely greetings from Germany
    Ulrike

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  28. Berlin, Canada und überhaupt...September 17, 2013 at 8:31 AM

    Thank you Carolyn for this really nice cup of tea.

    You have such a nice place, especially the bay window.

    Tanks again and take care

    ♥ your blog

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  29. UnknownSeptember 18, 2013 at 2:42 PM

    Jeg elsker din stil- og åh pelargonien i den patinerede potte
    er da bare skøn.

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Thank you for all your sweet comments and may your day be filled with joy!

Carolyn