Monday, June 9, 2014

Tea Under the Apple Blossoms

                                                                            Welcome!

                                                 It is such a beautiful time of the year ~ my
                                                favorite time as I may have mentioned once
                                                or twice.
                                                    It is apple blossom time here and we have
                                               a few really old trees that have been here since
                                              our home was a farm.
                                                            Love their delicate beauty and
                                                           gentle fragrance.
                                                         Might as well enjoy them while they
                                                        last and have an afternoon tea break.
                                                        This vintage chaise has a good set
                                                       of wheels so I can haul it anywhere ~
`                                                      might be a good idea for my indoor
                                                       furniture too!
                                                   It is comfortable and relaxing!

                                                         I took out my book for after my tea.
                                                         The book is Cold Sassy Tree and I have
                                                        read it a couple of times over the years
                                                        but am ready to reread it.....love the story.
                                                        I saw the movie several years ago too.
                                     
                                                    A bouquet of apple blossoms with lilacs.



                                                         

                                            Julie at Julie's Little House did a feature on
                                           my blog today if you would like to visit and
                                          check it out.......Thank you Julie for the honor!


                                          I am joining Rose Chintz Cottage for Tea Time
                                          Tuesday today.

                                                   Thanks for  visiting me!
                                                                              Carolyn

21 comments:

Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions said...

Ah yes, it looks like a wonderful way to pass an afternoon, Carolyn!

Janneke said...

Carolyn, this looks so comfortable and romantic, with a book and a cup of tea on a lovely vintage chaise in your beautiful spring garden. Just wonderful pictures.

Sandi@ Rose Chintz Cottage said...

Is there anything more charming than an apple tree in blossom? Your setting is just so pretty and reminds me of my grandparents' apple orchards. I always loved to play among the trees, smelling those sweet blossoms. Such lovely memories! I'm ready for the lilacs too. Pity they only last a short time. Thank you for coming to tea and have a lovely evening.

Blessings,
Sandi

Kathryn Bechen said...

Exquisite! You really know how to live, Carolyn. :)

mughetti fresie e tuberose said...

Immagini spettacolari, passo sempre con gran piacere dal tuo blog!!!
Nadia

Antiques And Teacups said...

Perfect! What a wonderful setting under the tree. The chaise is so nicely accoutered! Love the lilac accents. Lovely Carolyn...as always!
Ruth

Two Cottages And Tea said...

So beautiful and such a lovely place to take a break in your busy day! I always enjoy visiting your lovely gardens!
Nancy

Judith @ Lavender Cottage said...

A relaxing place to sit with tea and a good book surrounded by fragrant blossoms. Life is good on a day like this, isn't it?

Janet said...

Thank You Carolyn ...I have had a terrible day ..my printer has broken down and I tried all day to get it running but to no avail and have ordered a new one .so guess now have an unplanned week off waiting for it to arrive so I can get my pillow orders completed ..such a wonderful posting ....I love the idea of sitting in the garden ...Beautiful photos , just what I needed ...Perhaps now tomorrow ..I can sit out and smell the roses too ...

Sonia said...

Your photographs take me back to a time I would have loved to live in. Lace, parasols and tea in the garden. Just perfectly beautiful!
Miss Bloomers

Bernideen said...

This is really very sweet and that tree is really beautiful!

Pink Piccadilly Pastries said...

How lovely!! The perfect spot for a cup of tea and a good book! So beautiful and relaxing! I can almost smell the apple blossoms!! xo!! Jina

Michele M./ Finch Rest said...

Oh, how lovely! don't you just love love love days such as that one you enjoyed here?

You know that first pic - if you used the pic app called WATERLOGUE it would look like Claude Monet painting! You are so beautiful!

Tea in Texas said...

What a fabulous place in the garden to enjoy tea. Your dress and lovely hat plus umbrella are so beautiful. The time to reread and enjoy a love story is so special and this is a tranquil place. Have a wonderful time enjoying your book!

Pam

Snap said...

Apple blossoms and lilacs and I love your hat! What a wonderful spot for tea and a good book. Happy Tea Day!

Beth in NEPA said...

You look like quite the grand lady enjoying your tea in your beautiful garden, under the apple tree.

podso said...

What a lovely setting for tea and reading your book. I see your garden lady has her eye on you!

Bella's Rose Cottage said...

Hi Carolyn,
What a beautiful setting! It is wonderful to see your gardens coming to life again! Lilacs, Mmmmm I miss mine....
Hugs,
Bella

Betty Sneeringer said...

Absolutely beautiful and inviting! Betty

The Charm of Home said...

That is a lovely feature! I think we would all love to have tea with you. Your garden is just beautiful. This spot under the apple blossoms is especially nice for a spring day. Have a great week Carolyn!
Sherry

Betty@SouthernGrace said...

Carolyn, I'm always admiring this post...what is the white linen in the chaise? Is that just a throw? It is beautiful. Funny, the little things that catch our eye :)