“You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.”
Psalms 16:11
It seems like our nation, our world has been struck with tragedy after tragedy. I am praying for all of you who may be in harm’s way of Irma or the wildfires that are blazing out west. My prayer is that you all find comfort in knowing that our God calms the raging seas and that He alone is the All Consuming Fire. Very close friends of mine are on Sint Maarten and were unable to get a flight out. The island was hit with the full category 5 force yesterday morning. As I am writing this, I have no word from them…I continue to pray for their safety and for the safety of all.
With all the disasters and human tragedy that is occurring, blogging about home and garden may seem unimportant and insensitive…but it is my hope that it will be a little bright spot in your day. Today’s vignette is simple, but it reminds us that autumn is soon to arrive! I had not planned to make a change on the hand-painted chest in my foyer for a few weeks, but on Tuesday afternoon, subtle hints of autumn just seemed to fit!
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I gathered a few things that I had on hand to make a September vignette in my foyer!
Sweet vases of dahlias, hydrangeas and coleus were left over from Tablescape Tuesday, so why not use one!
I love a candle nestled in coffee beans, especially in autumn! I found a bag of mini pumpkins at TJ Maxx a couple of weeks ago, and placed three of them on books to add texture along with a magnifying glass. Books are in abundance at my house, and I not only enjoying reading them, but I love to use them for decorating.
An Italian bowl holds apples and some dried sunflowers!
A pair of vintage Raymond Waites lamps for Tyndale are most often on the chest in the foyer.
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I draped a silk scarf under the books to soften the look.
The glow of a candle with its autumn scent is a perfect welcome!
Are you decorating for fall with a few subtle hints, or have you gone into full autumnal mode?? Thank you sweet friends for your visits!
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Lovely vignette, Pam. Here in Italy weather is again very hot so no autumn touches in my home until now. I’m waiting for cooler days…
Ps All my prayers for people hit by hurricane Irma. I can’t believe the news this morning ?
Thank you Donna! We are safe with no damage at our home! Blessings~
Pam, that’s so pretty. It was the scarf that grabbed my immediate attention – love the texture combination and colors of that -perfect for the setting!
It’s already been a long week watching the wrath of fire and water unfold and envelop our coasts. Your words of prayer in the opening paragraph are powerful. I do hope you hear from your friends soon. I know the Princess Juliana airport in St Maarten was destroyed. 🙁
So sorry I am so late in replying! Thank you Rita for your sweet and kind words!
Beautiful Pam – I just love this season. Praying for your friends and all others affected by this hurricane and the other disasters.
Thanks so much, Joy! What was left of Irma came over is yesterday with heavy rain and winds! Thankful we only had limbs and small debris to clean up!
We have been watching the news intently Pam, Irma and the build up looked very frightening. Glad she’s moved on and you didn’t suffer too badly.
Thanks so much, Joy!
We had a cold front come through yesterday, just right to get some pumpkins out for autumn decorating. I put out some of my table runners in fall colors and a few ceramic pumpkins and silk leaves.
Carole, I still haven’t taken my fall decor out of their storage boxes, I have lots of work to get done!
Pam, your powerful prayer was a balm to me. Yes, it is God who calms the raging seas and He is the All Consuming Fire. I, for one, really needed to hear this message of hope and deliverance. Together with your beautiful post, it lifted me up. I am praying for your friends and all those in danger’s way. Thank you for your unwavering courage, faith and love. Dianne
Amen and Amen! He is all powerful!
With all the hate being spewed in our nation, could it be our Lord and Savior sending these tragedies to get our nations’ attention as we know He is in control of nature? I am praying for the safety of His children.
Alice, there is so much hate. God’s ways are above our ways! He is in control!
wow Pam, your painted chest is amazing as much as the pre-fall vignette.
I’m so sorry for what happened in the States my prayers for you all.
Thank you so much for your sweet words,and prayers!
God is still in control! Praying for safety for your friend and all of God’s children.
This is really putting me in a fall mood Pam~ love the vignette with apples, sunflowers and the gorgeous blue scarf. Tragedy everywhere, we feel so lucky this morning, but filled with worry and sadness for those all around us…
Jenna
Thank you Jenna…good riddance of Irma!
Pretty Fall vignette. I have already decorated for Fall….Love the Fall colors! Praying for your friends and all for safety.
Oh Nancy, I know your fall decor is so pretty!
I love all you put together for your subtle hints! The lamps are wonderful, and the scarf is, too. I’m praying for your friends in St. Maartin. I pray you hear from them soon and with good news! It does seem trivial to be fussing about our homes and decorating them for fall, but it’s the one thing we can control and ministers to our family. If you’ve got cooler temps today like we do, I know you’re outside enjoying it! Happy Thursday! 🙂
Thanks Kim, we have had two very cold days here!
Pam, your pretty vignette is the perfect thing for September. That bombay chest and mirror are stunning! I will continue to keep your friends and everyone else affected by these tragedies in my thoughts and prayers.
Thanks sweet friend, I hope you are getting situated in your new home. I can’t wait to see more!
Wonderful vignettes of Autumn…Prayers for you all…
Thank you Maristella! ?
Yes, there is so much tragedy around us but we have to keep doing what you’re doing and that is to appreciate what we have and keep moving forward with prayers and thanksgiving.
Thank you for your great posts, the Autumn vignettes are beautiful. I’m getting into the spirit …Prayers for your friends and safety for all.
Elizabeth, thank you for your sweet comments! I did hear from my friends and they are safe, but the devastation is horrific with another hurricane heading to the island. Continued prayers!
Pam, también me uno a tus oraciones por la devastación del huracán, es desolador…
Las imágenes que nos presentas son sencillamente adorable. El color es perfecto y me encanta el reloj que se refleja en el espejo, es un clásico con color moderno…Wow perfecto!!!
Dolores
Pam, I also join your prayers for the devastation of the hurricane, it is bleak …
The images that you present to us are simply adorable. The color is perfect and I love the clock that is reflected in the mirror, it is a classic with modern color … Wow perfect !!!
Dolores
Dolores, gracias por tus oraciones! ¡Los huracanes y los incendios forestales son muy peligrosos! Estaba 47 grados esta mañana, así que la caída está en el aire y un alivio bienvenido de la humedad! Bendiciones ~
Dolores, thank you for your prayers! The hurricanes and wildfires are very dangerous! It was 47 degrees this morning, so fall is in the air and a welcome relief from the humidity! Blessings~
Such a lovely opening to your beautiful fall looks. Reading this and enjoying your post really blessed me today. Thank you.
Ann, thank you so much for your sweet and encouraging words! Blessings~
Dear Pam, I agree with you concerning the fires and hurricanes. I echo your prayers for your friends and all those in the path of Irma. Loved seeing your Autumn decorating-I’ve got to start getting more of mine out.
Hugs,
Noreen
Thank you sweet Noreen! Blessings~
So very pretty! I have been feeling guilty about decorating for fall when people are losing everything, but I also find comfort in creating beautiful things. God is in control. Beautiful post!
Amen, He is! Thanks for visiting!
Pam: As always a most beautiful post. Even though it is hard for all of us, it is in such times as these that we must be sure to see and enjoy the beauty around us.
Everything in this post was lovely. Although, as with all your post, I always have a favorite. Today it is your wonderful vintage lamps – oh they are wonderful !
Enjoy your weekend and I am so happy your friends are safe. Such good news!
Sandra, wishing you a wonderful weekend and thank you for always being so encouraging!
Beautiful, beautiful Pam…and love the scarf added for that softer look….and I spy a beautiful blue clock in the mirror!!
P.S. I pray that you hear from your friends and they are safe!
Not ready for fall just yet, but welcoming the tiny cooler temps in the morning. We’ll probably get lots of rai from the storm, but not nearly the deluge Florida will receive. It’s nice to have pretty distractions like your vignette to enjoy and distract for a moment. There’s always beauty around if we take a moment to find it. Keep us posted on your friends. Praying for their safety along with all those in harms way.
My friends are safe but still not home. They were picked up on Sunday by a Royal Caribbean ship and taken to Curaçao, but they have not been able to get a flight back to the states, hopefully Thursday!
Pretty fall vignette!!! I hope you hear something from your friends soon. Prayers for all touched by these tragic events.
Thank you Ann, hopefully Irma will be past us in a few hours! Blessings~
The fall vignette is so intriguing. I love all of the textures and colors going on. Your ornate mirror and chest make it all so very elegant and yet very homey and welcoming. Your lamps are so unique but go so well with your chest, mirror and vignette items. The fresh flowers, fruit and books are such a lovely touch. Beautiful!
Thanks for your sweet comments, Marsha! Have a great week!
A bright spot indeed!
Thank you Sherry!?
We need a pretty respite from watching the news. Thx for sharing
Thank you Gail!
It looks beautiful, Pam. The beginning of your post and the beginning of mine are very similar…it was difficult to decide whether to post or not considering all of the devastation that is going on. I guess we both decided to share something pretty, albeit yours is subtle while mine is “all out Fall!”
Warm hugs,
Carol
What a beautiful vignette Pam and definitely a mood lifter. I love the little pumpkins they add lots of texture and a touch of whimsy. I join you in sending love and hugs to those that have been in harms way. Thank you for sharing with us this week at Celebrate Your Story and we hope you will join us again next week.
Thanks Sandra, I love the party!