Thursday, June 20, 2013

It's Summer

Finally,  summer is here. 

1.  I stopped at TJ Maxx to get a new pair of sunglasses and also found a couple accessories that just said summer.  Orange isn't a color I would normally choose but these sandals were shiny like patent leather and I do like shiny things.



2.  Oh,  those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer........... love to relax in the shade of the garden with a good book and a cold drink.



3.  On a whim today I decided to get a haircut -   the shortest haircut I've had in over 10 years.  I intended to just get a trim but I guess I had that summer feeling.  They say change is good.  I hope I still feel that way tomorrow.

4.  One of the best things about summer is the selection of fruits and vegetables.  There were some sweet looking strawberries at the farm stand today.



5.  Things slow down in the summer so there's plenty of time to stop and smell the roses.


Each fairy breath of summer
as it blows with loveliness,
inspires the blushing rose.
                ~Author Unknown
 
 
Visiting with Nancy for Random 5 Friday and Kim for Friday Finds.

27 comments:

  1. Stephanie,
    The last few books I have read have been really good. I get so caught up in the characters and story!

    I am growing my hair out. This is the longest I have had it ... ever. The next closest was when I was a Freshman in HS. It's fun and kind of a pain too.

    I wish we had a local Farmer's Market! I agree, nothing says summer like garden fresh fruits and vegetables.

    Have a wonderful weekend.

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  2. I love your bright and cheerful images!

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  3. Love what you did with the postcard - and I love TJ Maxx! It is the store I miss most living in Singapore.

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  4. Beautiful rose, love your idea of sitting in that pretty local with a book, move over and make room. Cute summery pics!

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  5. such a fun post.....so colourful..... and summery......
    adore your orange sandals.....

    have a beautiful weekend...thank you for sharing with friday finds.... xo

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  6. Love your orange sandals -- you are all set for summer. Lovely shots and especially like the postcard frame. I got my hair cut a little shorter this time, too. Don't worry -- it grows out! :D :D The strawberries look delicious. I haven't seen any at the Farmers Market, but will look on Saturday -- they have had peaches. YUM! Have a great week.

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  7. Just bought me some strawberries Wednesday...haven't got into them yet, but intend to make a fruit salad.

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  8. Hair cut??? Maybe it's Sassy and Fun???
    Your photos are terrific.
    Happy Summer,
    -g-

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  9. I love your pictures and your thoughts. Our strawberries are gone already but I do take time every day to stop and smell the roses. We all should do that.

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  10. Love your new hat and sandals...Great photos

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  11. i love the hat & shoes. so cheerful & bright. i love how you made that postcard. so cool! now i have a hunger for some strawberries. yum!! ( :

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  12. I agree those strawberries look wonderful!!!

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  13. Fun, colorful, whimsical ... it looks like you're ready for summer!

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  14. We need pics of the new 'do!

    That rose is beautiful.

    I too bought strawberries and blueberries this week.

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  15. I've been asking my husband about buying some Adirondack chairs. They look so comfortable and I do love to read :) Someone is opening a fruit and veggie stand down the road from us this coming week and I can't wait to see what goodies they have!

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  16. You've had quite the day. I think you orange shoes are cool and delicious looking - and a new haircut too - you are beautiful from top to bottom!

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  17. Oh wow -- what a gorgeous selection of photos Stephanie. I love the postcard edit. Very cool.

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  18. Love your finds at TJMaxx...what a score! Looks like you are ready for summertime!

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  19. Mmmm strawberries!

    I love shiny, sparkly things too. :)

    And i hope you still love your haircut tomorrow. I think you've given me the inspiration i need to get my mammoth-like hair chopped!

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  20. I love your images and especially the postcard one. I cut my hair over a month ago. Just a shorter bob and I love it as it is carefree and simple..

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  21. Nice photos - hope you have a great summer.

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  22. Such a lovely atmosphere of summer and vacation in your pictures ... The 1st one with your sun glasses and sandals especially brings a bunch of summer moments on my mind :)

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  23. The orange sandals will be fun. Strawberries from the farmer's market are the best.

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  24. TJMaxx...my favorite store...unfortunately we pick our strawberries and they are now past their prime. :(

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  25. Great finds- love the orange sandals!

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  26. sandals and sun glass speak summer indeed.. and can't get enough of those summer veggies and fruits.. your photos are all nicely done..my favorite today is number 2. and the photo..
    Hugs

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