Wednesday, May 28, 2008

Flowers, Inside and Out



Late spring is the time when outside and inside meet for me, right here where I sit and read. We have this giant rhododendron growing right outside the library window, and I love to take a few minutes in the morning to sit and bask in the morning sun, and enjoy the blooms --







through the window,






and on the needlepoint and fabric pillows.






Don't you just love spring?

26 comments:

  1. Yes, I definitely do adore spring. And, it looks even better when you share your spring with us.

    Your pictures and feelings for your subject are always inviting.

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  2. Mary

    What a great place to view a rhodo! Super colors that compliment your den!
    :0)
    Tara

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  3. What a beautiful vista--inside and out!

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  4. Holy cow!!! The view through the window is spectacular!!!

    - Suzanne, the Farmer's Wife

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  5. wow! Yoru rhodo is gorgeous! What a view to enjoy!
    xoxo~
    Abbie

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  6. What a wonderful spot to relax, Mary. It looks so completely charming and cozy. Too bad the rhododenron couldn't bloom all summer long!

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  7. Oh how I would love to sit in your library and enjoy your Rhodie and a good visit with you! ~Adrienne~

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  8. What a gorgeous post Mary. I once had a window in our home in Ontario that looked out into the garden making the entire room come inside. It is such a blessing. Your beautiful window into your garden makes the room look even more inviting. Karen

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  9. Yes, I do love spring. The new house that we just moved into has a rhododendron in the front yard and it is blooming the same beautiful shade of lavender as yours. Mine, however, is still pretty small and only has about 7 buds on it. I can't believe how big they can get. I think I'm going to have to do some transplanting of the other bushes in that area!
    Thanks for the beautiful pictures (and the heads up that they can get large)

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  10. Hi Mary,
    Love the new title block; I have a bench just like that out back. And your rhodedendron is GORGEOUS!
    I'm glad everything went well with the new girlfriend. We all stress like that now and then, and sometimes I think it's actually productive. Just glad it all went well.
    Hugs, Laura

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  11. I love spring but my allergies hates it. Beautiful bush and flowers.

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  12. Beautiful scenery:-).
    Have an inspiring day!!

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  13. Just love it, Mary! That view of your couch, pillows and rhodo is what I call achieving Harmony.

    ((hugs)) Rosie

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  14. Beautiful rhododendrum, Mary! I love your photos.
    Hugs,
    Donna

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  15. I'm so jealous of those gorgeous flowers through your window. Wow!

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  16. Dear Mary,

    Thanks for sharing the beauty!

    I've been away from blogworld for awhile so it's nice to catch up.

    Barbara

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  17. Oh My! What a breathtaking view you have!! Oh Mary..you very Blessed to have such beautiful surroundings....
    Hugs,
    Robin

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  18. Oh my gosh, what a wonderful view you have out your window!!!!Simply divine.....
    ~Des

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  19. Hello Mary,

    Your pictures look great! And your new summer banner for the blog - it makes me want to sit on that bench for the morning and read to my heart's content! :)

    Your rhododendron is simply gorgeous!

    Thanks for sharing!

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  20. Hi Mary,

    Yes, that Classic American Decorating book is my absolute favorite! :)

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  21. What a beautiful Rhodie!

    Janet

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  22. Ahhh, Mary, those are beautiful photos. Spring has already passed here & we are just about to hit some really hot weather. Looks beautiful!

    xo,
    Rhoda

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  23. Hi Mary,

    What a beautiful view! It seems like just yesterday your front door was frozen with ice. I'm glad that Spring has made it's way to you.

    Hugs,
    Dena

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  24. Oh my goodness, what a stunning view! Just incredible!

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  25. Hello... Oh my, I can see that you too, like pink.

    I'd say I've found a new blog to visit, in what I call "Pretty Blog Land." :-)

    Mari-Nanci
    Smilnsigh

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  26. How beatuiful the rhododendron looks from inside your home
    Alison

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