{a necessary list for me - every…single…summer}
1. Blooming bougainvillea.
2. Peaches.
3. Tortoises wandering around in their prehistoric style.
4. The night skies are gorgeous and most of the time it is cool enough to enjoy them.
5. Tackling indoor projects.
6. Blooming crepe myrtle.
7. School supplies.
8. Kids in the pool.
9. Blooming hibiscus.
10. Popsicles.
11. Air conditioning.
12. Linen.
13. Watermelon.
14. Cannonballs off the diving board.
15. Squirt animals.
16. Blooming blue plumbago.
17. Monstrous thunderstorms.
18. Our anniversary. (I am such a lucky girl!)
But the very best thing about summer is knowing that the next season will be autumn…
Please join Susan and the other tablescapers at Tablescape Thursday.
You and your magnificent photos again!! The blue and white with the color of the table is so striking. Beautiful tablescape! Love those chargers too!
ReplyDeleteThanks! I needed a reminder of the good things about summer, too! We're in our fifth or sixth straight day of 100+ temps. Lovely table -- the blue napkins look great placed atop the plate!
ReplyDeleteI adore blue and white, especially when paired with silver or aged brass. This is a delightful summer setting - so fresh, and perfect! Thank you for sharing! :)
ReplyDeleteEverything is so beautiful. I love th epewter chargers and the blue and white plates, so pretty!...Christine
ReplyDeleteLove your plates; everything looks picture perfect!
ReplyDeleteSue
xo
Breathtaking table!!! I love the plates and the way you placed your flatware. Very unique and inspiring. Thanks for visiting and for sharing your creativity.
ReplyDeleteSandy
Barbara, I am going to copy the way you placed your napkin and silverware on top of the plate. So different- I love it. I am not a traditionalist, by any means. LOL Those dishes are gorgeous. I always like blue/white. Thanks for stopping by for a visit.
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The texture of the swirl in the pewter bowl that picks up on the furls in your wonderful dinnerware is a wonderful design choice. Of course, I adore the richness of the blue. Thank you for sharing your tablescape. I appreciate you kind words for my post. Those forks kind of make me smile, too. Cherry Kay
ReplyDeleteI am a lover of blue and white dishes, yours are wonderful. I really like your elegant table setting. Thanks for sharing you favorite things about summer. It gives me food for thought.
ReplyDeleteWhat a good mood you set on your table as well as your commentary. I love your blue dishes and your list! We should all be concentrating on the good positive things everyday. You encouraged me and I plan to pass it on.
ReplyDeleteBlue and white together are such a wonderful color combination. Love how your table looks. It's nice to take the time to reflect on what makes us happy about a season, isn't it?
ReplyDeleteThose blue and white dishes are so lovely! I love the deep, rich cobalt. It's different from so many blue patterns. It makes a very pretty table!
ReplyDeleteLovely blue and white dishes and pretty table.
ReplyDeleteWonderful! your dishes are so pretty!
ReplyDeleteDonna
I love the blue and white. It just looks so cooling amongst the heat outdoors. There are so many cute ideas on this one table that I want to "borrow".. way creative. I love it.
ReplyDeleteThis is lovely and looks so cool for summer. I love your summer list.
ReplyDeleteHi Barbara,
ReplyDeleteI always enjoy your tables. This one is so pretty...love the blue dishes! They are just gorgeous! Great summer list too. Do you have tortoises around? I love them too. Thanks for sharing and for stopping by to visit.
Sharlotte
Barbara, your table is so pretty. Blue and white dishes are a classic! Your silverware is very beautiful too. Love your pics of the bobcats too. I was under the impression they don't like to be seen but I think yours are not all that fearful! Hope summer is filled with all of your summer must haves!
ReplyDeleteBeth
Such a beautiful, swirling tablescape! Love those cobalt blue and white plates! I enjoyed your summer list too. laurie
ReplyDeleteThis is gorgeous! The blue and white makes it so elegant!
ReplyDeleteI have just posted my roosters for the party, you are invited!
Katherine
Blue and white....that should cool things off for you! I want to learn some of your photography tricks so come on up!
ReplyDeleteOh this is just lovely. Those blue and white plates and bowls are exquisite. I love how you put the silverware on the napkin in the middle of the plate. I don't think I have seen that before and it is just gorgeous. Everything about this speaks a relaxed summer meal.
ReplyDeleteYou really did a great job putting everything together! I love your dishes. Have a nice weekend, Mary
ReplyDeleteBeautiful and striking! I like all the elements of your table and especially the way you've placed the napkin across the plate. I love seeing things arranged a little differently than what you'd normally see. It's so very lovely!
ReplyDeleteNancy
Oh my! Such a soothing list of summer fun. I would name many of the same. Love your gorgeous tablescape. Thanks for sharing and THANK YOU for stopping by my blog on 47th Street. :) Donna
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! I like the colors and how you placed the napkin sideways. Your family must enjoy seeing what new settings you'll have next.
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by my blog!
Elisabeth @ Treasuring the Moments
http://homeschoolblogger.com/timbuck2mom/
So very pretty and I love the summer list. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous table setting, I love the vibrant blue, very elegant.
ReplyDeleteThis is a beautiful table...love the blue and white plates, perfection. I also like the way you did the flatware and napkin, I may have to use that idea! I think your list is great...although thunderstorms don't go on my "good thing" list!
ReplyDeleteThanks for visiting me, please come back again!
Sue
I love the cobalt and white...and your summer list!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness! You and I both just love blue and white. Did I say I love your blue and white tablescape - gorgeous! The centerpiece bowl is beauteous; I really like how its design plays off the design of the plates and other pieces. Those chargers add nice texture to this tablescape. I like the nod to the 'hotel' flatware presentation. Happy anniversary to you and your sweetie.
ReplyDeleteAll the Best,
Requi
Love it! Love the blue and white. Love all of the repetition of the swirls.
ReplyDeletehope to see you at Summer sundays!
- The Tablescaper
Such an impeccable table setting...love the blue and white dishes!
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