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Cherry Blossoms & Snowball Blooms

April 5, 2021~ Everyday Living, Faith, Monday Morning Blooms, Spring

Hello dear friends! I hope you all enjoyed a wonderful Easter weekend. The weather was absolutely perfect yesterday and the girls had so much fun hunting Easter eggs.

“Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your sight, O Lord, my rock and my redeemer.”
‭‭Psalm‬ ‭19:14‬ ‭

It is the first Monday of the month and I am joining my friends for beautiful spring blooms. We are so glad to be welcoming back our sweet Shirley! She has certainly been missed. Next Monday, April 12 we will be sharing a special Monday Morning Blooms with a fabulous giveaway! Three Monday Morning Blooms are coming your way this month!

Early spring in the South finds many trees in full bloom…dogwoods, cherry trees, redbuds, fruit trees! I am always in awe of their beauty.

The beautiful spring floral links for Lidy, Mary, and Shirley are at the bottom of this post!

As I wait for the garden to come into bloom, I love setting our picnic area. It is located across the driveway next to a wooded area with a view of the Appalachian Foothills. The snowball viburnums were beautiful last Friday before they were a little frostbitten that night. The pair are more like small trees than bushes, standing at about fifteen feet! They make quite the show!

The spring arrangement is really simple. Kwanzan cherry blossoms, and snowball viburnum blooms that I didn’t really arrange, but allowed them to take on a free form.

An April Cornell cloth makes a lovely foundation for the spring blooms!

The winter rye grass needed a trim, but we had torrential rain last week and the ground was saturated. It was also extremely windy for several days. You might notice my blooms shifted some from picture to picture. I finally just gave up and allowed them to go where the wind took them.

We estimate that the Kwanzan cherry tree is approximately fifty years old. It was planted by the previous owners of the farm. The lady was a wonderful gardener and her house and surrounding gardens were stunning.

A stack of three plates rest on wicker placemats…Royal Stafford “oriental pheasant” transferware, vintage Noritake, and Johnson Brothers “rose chintz”.

As I was editing photos, I kept noticing the reflection in the stemware!

As the trees continue to leaf out, this area will become more dense with foliage! The warmer summer weather will bring on the beautiful lavender colored blooms of the Rose of Sharon which are directly behind the table!

Light and shadows were really dancing around the table!

 

“I’ve seen spring come to the orchard every year as far back as I can remember and I’ve never grown tired of it. Oh, the wonder of it! The outrageous beauty! God didn’t have to give us cherry blossoms you know. He didn’t have to make apple trees and peach trees burst into flower and fragrance. But God just loves to splurge. He gives us all this magnificence and then, if that isn’t enough, he provides fruit from such extravagance.”
~Lynn Austin

Cobalt blue skies in the late afternoon!

 

For gorgeous spring floral creations, be sure to visit my creative friends.

Shirley ~ Housepitality Designs

Lidy ~ FrenchGardenHouse

Mary ~ Home Is Where The Boat Is

 

Thank you for your visits and gracious comments. Wishing you a beautiful spring week!

Linking with:
 Pieced Pastimes,  Between Naps on the Porch, Katherines Corner, Follow The Yellow Brick Home,
 Imparting Grace,Life and Linda

 

 

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  1. shirley@housepitalitydesigns says

    April 5, 2021 at 6:31 AM

    Spring has definitely arrived at your beautiful home. I LOVE your freeform arrangement. It is the “Mother Nature Arrangement”…beautiful Pam. Your arrangement set in nature on your beautiful Spring table is like a page in a magazine. Your April Cornell tablecloths are always a joy to see. Yes, I love the reflections of the glasses on the table….cannot imagine how wonderful it is to sit at that table and view those beautiful Appalachian foothills. What a glorious site. Hope your Easter was filled with joy Pam. I am so happy to be back with my Bloom friends. Have a great day!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      April 5, 2021 at 3:39 PM

      Shirley, we had a lovely Easter that we enjoyed outdoors. It is so good to have you back. Wishing you a wonderful week!

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  2. Mary says

    April 5, 2021 at 6:38 AM

    Good Morning Pam, What a gorgeous snowball viburnum! It makes a stunning backdrop for your table and arrangement. Those cherry blooms are beautiful too! I love how the light is highlighting your table and arrangement. You have the most gorgeous AC linens. Love seeing The Sunshine Cottage in the background. We’re a couple of weeks behind you in the spring blooming department so I was holding my breath with our freezing temperatures this weekend. Some of the hydrangea leaves turned black and there are areas of brown around the snowball blooms that are still green. The bush by the water faired ok as the warmer water temperature protected it from frost but the one by my shed was nipped. I feel so badly for the strawberry and apple growers. As always it’s a treat to join you for some flower therapy, Happy Monday ♥

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      April 5, 2021 at 3:38 PM

      Mary, we had three straight nights below freezing. The first night was windy which prevented frost. We covered peonies, but blooming trees were bitten. It seems to happen each year. Wishing you a lovely week!

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  3. Bonnie Morgan says

    April 5, 2021 at 6:44 AM

    Oh, the beauty today! You have shown the beauty of God’s provision so extravagantly with your choice of flowers, setting, and how you set your table. It is indeed lovely and you also showed your heart God gave you.
    I love Lynn Austin’s quote. I wish I could put words together like that.
    I enjoyed the feast of beauty this morning. Spring is so beautiful. Your arrangement is stunning as well as the setting.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      April 5, 2021 at 7:44 AM

      Thank you dear Bonnie. Wishing you a beautiful spring day!

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  4. Rita C. says

    April 5, 2021 at 7:13 AM

    Just gorgeous! I love the outdoors and your taking advantage to enjoy what’s on your property, Pam. I love that quote, particularly of God loving to splurge!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      April 5, 2021 at 7:44 AM

      Thanks so much Rita. Wishing you a beautiful spring day!

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  5. Debbie Joens says

    April 5, 2021 at 7:39 AM

    What a lovely snowball viburnum! It makes for such a beautiful backdrop. Everything about this says “Spring”. You have such a beautiful property and view. Thanks for sharing it with us!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      April 5, 2021 at 7:43 AM

      Thank you so much Debbie! Happy Monday!

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  6. Carole @ From My Carolina Home says

    April 5, 2021 at 8:17 AM

    How pretty, love your fresh floral tablescape. It is finally warming up this week to the 70s!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      April 5, 2021 at 8:18 AM

      Yay for spring weather. Thank you Carole!

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  7. Cheryl says

    April 5, 2021 at 8:33 AM

    Oh, sweet friend! This is just breathtaking! I don’t ever remember seeing a prettier floral arrangement!! You are SO talented, and the way you keep coming up with new and creative ways to display your tablescapes is truly a gift from God. All of the colors just compliment one another so beautifully. I know the lady who lived there before you must have been an amazing gardener, but she truly has nothing on the two of you and the way you have everything arranged and situated. It is always such a dear joy to come here and visit with you and see your gorgeous property. May the Lord richly bless you for sharing it all with us here. Thank you for providing such a reprieve from all the bad news and negativity that permeates online. You are such a light to this dark world.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      April 5, 2021 at 3:41 PM

      Cheryl, your comments are so encouraging. Thank you for your friendship. I know spring is showing out around your home. Wishing you a wonderfully blessed week!

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  8. Penny at Enjoying The Simple Things says

    April 5, 2021 at 8:36 AM

    That arrangement is beautiful! I always loved spring blooms after a long winter.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      April 5, 2021 at 3:41 PM

      Thanks so much Penny!

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  9. Nancy says

    April 5, 2021 at 8:51 AM

    Good Morning sweet friend. How was your Easter? Did the princesses find all the Easter eggs?
    Your table adorned with the AC linen is just gorgeous. But your centerpiece of nature’s bounty is quite lovely. And it’s all right there on your amazing property!
    I think I saw the Sunshine Cottage in the background… 💗
    Thank you for your creative inspiration dear friend.
    Happy Monday Pam!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      April 6, 2021 at 7:09 AM

      The girls hunted Easter eggs all afternoon, we so enjoyed them. Thank you so much for your encouraging comments. Happy week to you!

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  10. Lynne says

    April 5, 2021 at 9:19 AM

    What a beautiful outdoor arrangement. Really enjoyed seeing the snowballs used for a floral display. Mine are just starting to turn that brilliant white. Great idea.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      April 6, 2021 at 7:10 AM

      Thanks so much Lynne. Aren’t snowball blooms beautiful?

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  11. inspiredbyjoydianne says

    April 5, 2021 at 9:36 AM

    Simply beautiful and flowers just amazing from your garden. It just speaks of Spring and renewal to me. Love your plate stack that is so beautiful with your flowers. Love the quote. Happy Monday morning!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      April 5, 2021 at 3:33 PM

      Thanks so much Dianne. Wishing you a lovely week!

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  12. Anonymous says

    April 5, 2021 at 9:40 AM

    Good morning, Pam! Everything looks so absolutely stunning! Your flowers are gorgeous! I was in awe of your snowball bushes in yesterday’s post. We planted one last spring, but I don’t think ours will ever look like yours. The cherry blossoms and snowball blooms make such an eye catching combination. They look so lovely with your beautiful April Cornell tablecloth and pretty chintz china. It is always a treat to see the view of your lovely Appalachian foothills. Wishing you a most beautiful week, my dear friend!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      April 5, 2021 at 3:32 PM

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  13. Shannon@Belle Bleu Interiors says

    April 5, 2021 at 9:46 AM

    Good morning, Pam! Everything looks so absolutely stunning! Your floral arrangement is gorgeous! I was in awe of your snowball bushes in yesterday’s post. We planted one last spring, but I don’t think our’s will ever look like yours. The cherry blossoms and snowball blooms compliment each other perfectly. They look so beautiful with your pretty chintz china and lovely April Cornell tablecloth. It is always a treat to see the view of your Appalachian foothills. Wishing you a most beautiful week, my dear friend!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      April 5, 2021 at 3:32 PM

      Thank you sweet Shannon. I hope you are enjoying beautiful spring weather ♥️

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  14. Clara says

    April 5, 2021 at 10:32 AM

    Pam, Your floral bouquet is stunning. The viburnum and cherry blossoms are perfect for your pretty in pink tablescape. Love the AC tablecloth. Your picnic table setting has so many pretty backdrops to admire. Enjoy your day sweet friend. Clara ❤️

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      April 5, 2021 at 3:30 PM

      Thank you Clara. Enjoy the week ♥️

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  15. the Painted Apron says

    April 5, 2021 at 10:34 AM

    Your freestyle arrangement is gorgeous Pam and wow it looks stunning with that April Cornell cloth!! The background snowball bush is breathtaking! Such a beautiful setting surrounding your pretty Spring table…enjoy the mild temps this week!
    Jenna

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      April 5, 2021 at 3:30 PM

      Thank you Jenna. The week has started off beautifully!

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  16. Sheran says

    April 5, 2021 at 10:52 AM

    Beautiful setting! Thank you so much for sharing. Your table cloth is a terrific foundation for your table.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      April 5, 2021 at 3:29 PM

      Thanks so much. Have a lovely week!

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  17. Sandra at Maison De Jardin says

    April 5, 2021 at 11:28 AM

    Dear Pam, what a glorious table in such a magnificent spot. Honestly, I believe I could spend the day there. Your arrangement is stunning as is everything on your table. Thank you for your work to bring beauty to our lives. Also, Lynn Austin’s words were beautiful. Have a lovely day and week, my friend.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      April 5, 2021 at 3:29 PM

      Thank you my friend! It was one of the easiest arrangements that I have put together. Happy week to you!

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  18. ivyandironstone says

    April 5, 2021 at 12:21 PM

    I love how you let the flowers arrange themselves. They’re perfect, as is the outdoor setting and that tablecloth. All so serendipitous! Thanks for the inspiration!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      April 5, 2021 at 3:27 PM

      Thank you so much! Happy Monday!

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  19. Melodie Sudick says

    April 5, 2021 at 2:28 PM

    Pam, what a lovely scene. I really think this is one of the prettiest tables I have ever seen. Everything works together so well without matching too much or being too formal. What a lovely setting you have outdoors, and lucky you to have the flowers and flowering trees. Out here in the west, we don’t get to see much of that. Thanks for such a pretty Monday picture!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      April 5, 2021 at 3:27 PM

      Melodie, thank you for you sweet comments. Wishing you a lovely week!

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  20. Sarah Anderson says

    April 5, 2021 at 4:07 PM

    Pam, your picnic area is always a delightful spot. The snowball viburnums are spectacular. We lost all of our viburnums to the freeze this winter. It was just too cold for an extended amount of time. They are gone all over town. I need to research the snowball. I’ve never seen them grow here.
    Your vase of blooms looks perfect in it’s natural state. Sometimes letting flowers fall were they may is the best way to arrange them. Beautiful choice of ring! for color and texture. Happy Spring!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      April 5, 2021 at 11:07 PM

      Thank you so much Sarah. I am so sorry you lost all of your viburnums, gardening is always losses, fails, and successes! Happy Spring!

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  21. marmeladegypsy says

    April 5, 2021 at 4:13 PM

    All of these blooms so early? Maybe not for you, but here that’s unbelievable! And gorgeous. Love your Cornell cloth, too!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      April 5, 2021 at 8:33 PM

      Hi Jeanie. No this is the time they normally bloom. We did have three nights at the end of last week that dipped below freezing!

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  22. Kari says

    April 5, 2021 at 5:49 PM

    I LOVE your gardens and surrounding beauty of your flowers and mountain greenery….How glorious to wake up and not only breathe in the fresh country air but being able to watch your landscapes change. what a Blessing our Lord has given you and your family.

    The abundance of snowballs on your tall, tall “trees” are so pretty.

    I love when you set the picnic table, because of your backdrop, knowing we are in for a treat. The tablecloth is perfect as is your plate stack. I also like the play of light going in and out.

    Picking the quote from Lynn Austin brought it all together and into prospective.

    Thank you for sharing a piece of your world.

    Hugs and Blessings always
    Kari

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      April 5, 2021 at 8:32 PM

      Kari, your kindness and encouragement are a blessing. Hugs and blessing to you my friend!

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  23. Alice Genzlinger says

    April 5, 2021 at 6:05 PM

    Don’t like fixed flower arrangements. The free flowing arrangements are more beautiful and reflective of how they grow. You’re arrangement is beautiful.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      April 5, 2021 at 8:30 PM

      Thanks so much, Alice! I hope you are seeing some signs of spring!

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  24. chinamom3078 says

    April 6, 2021 at 11:58 AM

    love how your table looks so full of spring1. i just looked. Our cherry weeping willow tree is finally in bloom

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  25. Pam @ Everyday Living says

    April 6, 2021 at 4:01 PM

    Thanks so much, Linda! I love cherry blossoms!

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  26. creationsbycindyphotography.blogspot.com says

    April 6, 2021 at 7:33 PM

    Pam, I love all the flowers and your table arrangement is simply breath taking. Your table always looks so pretty and very inviting. I really love that picnic table. You always amaze me with your decor. Hugs and blessings to you dear Pam. I pray that Butch is doing well too. Hugs and blessings, Cindy

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      April 6, 2021 at 11:45 PM

      Thanks so much Cindy! Wishing you a wonderful week!

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  27. FrenchGardenHouse says

    April 7, 2021 at 10:35 AM

    Oh! The glory of this area ! Those snowballs, they make my heart glad, they are beyond amazing Pam. Your farm is truly so beautiful, and your gift for setting your table with the flowers of spring adds to the beauty. It’s always an absolute blessing to join you, dear friend, for our special Monday Morning Blooms. Xo Lidy

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      April 9, 2021 at 3:36 PM

      Thanks so much, Lidy. Love sharing Monday Morning Blooms with you!

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  28. Karen (Back Road Journal) says

    April 14, 2021 at 4:29 PM

    The viburnums really do make quite the show and you took full advantage of their blossoms in your arrangement of flowers. They look especially beautiful on the beautifully set picnic table. The whole setting couldn’t have been lovelier.

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  29. Barbara at Mantel and Table says

    March 3, 2022 at 11:30 AM

    So absolutely beautiful Pam! I could look at these pictures all day and imagine myself there on your gorgeous farm! You always inspire me so much – I’m going to try once again to get my table to look more like yours! This makes my heart so happy. Thank you!!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      March 3, 2022 at 11:19 PM

      You are a sweetheart. Thank you, Barbara!

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Hello friends, I don’t know about you, but I am Hello friends, I don’t know about you, but I am ready for spring. Meteorological Spring begins this Saturday, March 1 and I am going with it. I have pulled spring flower arrangements from my blog archives. I hope you enjoy the flower therapy! You can see all of them by clicking on the  LINK in bio.

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Happy Tuesday! Welcome to the Sunshine Cottage whe Happy Tuesday! Welcome to the Sunshine Cottage where it is warm and cozy on this cold February day. It is Tea on Tuesdays and I have set a tea table with the “Blue Roses” collection that was a collaboration between @victoriamagazine and @april.cornell The exclusive porcelain pattern and matching linens have been used many times and I still enjoy their blue and white beauty. Instead of fresh flowers, porcelain ones require no arranging. Sweet treats pair perfectly with a traditional English Breakfast tea. I am joining friends Sarah @sjpa48 and Mary homeiswheretheboatis.net

#teaontuesdays #teatime #victoriamagazine #aprilcornell #southernladymag #teatimemagazine #thecottagejournal #teatimepoetry #porcelainflowers #pjssunshinecottage #everydaylivingwithbutchandpam
Happy Thursday and Valentine’s Eve! In celebrati Happy Thursday and Valentine’s Eve! In celebration of the day, I pulled images from my blog archives for inspiration❤️💗❤️

Wishing everyone a lovely Valentine’s Day ❤️

#valentinesday #southernladymag #victoriamagazine #traditionalstyle #grandmillenial #valentinestablescape #valentinedecor #everydaylivingwithbutchandpam
Happy first Monday of February! After so many cold Happy first Monday of February! After so many cold days, we are experiencing a tease of spring with a 73 degree day that is forecast. After the gray and cloudy days, I needed a dose of color and decided to set a colorful citrus themed brunch! Using a bird gold and pewter stand, I mixed a citrus medley of lemons, oranges, and limes with pink and white carnations as the centerpiece. The table is highlighted with blue and white dishware. Fresh squeezed orange juice, French-pressed coffee and sweet treats of lemon poppyseed muffins, lemon cake with lemon icing, and lemon pastries are perfect for a small brunch. A faux lemon topiary belonged to my beloved Mother and seemed a perfect addition to a citrus-themed table! You are invited to join me and my Monday Morning Blooms friends, Lidy @frenchgardenhouse Sarah @sjpa48 and Mary homeiswheretheboatsis.net by clicking the LINK in my bio!

#mondaymorningblooms🌻 #citrus #floraldesign #brunch #southernladymagazine #victoriamagazine #thecottagejournal #grandmillennial #traditionaldecor #lemons #everydaylivingwithbutchandpam
Welcome to Sunshine Cottage where I have been fluf Welcome to Sunshine Cottage where I have been fluffing for Valentine’s Day! For many years my Sweetheart and I have celebrated February 14th at home where it is quiet, no reservations are required, and we always have a table by the window! 

I love the traditional colors of red and pink! Frilly carnations fill a vintage Staffordshire, ‘Charlotte’ pitcher which rests on an antique Limoges plate with a velvet gold-crowned heart. The plate stack consists of a Royal Stafford ‘Asiatic pheasant’ dinner plate, American Atelier ‘Baroque’ luncheon/salad plate, Johnson Brothers, ‘Winchester’ salad plate, and a vintage pierced Bavarian rose plate! I am a huge fan of mixing colors, patterns, and textures for a collected look. 

I have joined 17 table stylists for a Valentine’s Day Blog Hop. Click the LINK in my bio to see all of the Valentine inspiration!

#southernladymag #valentineday #valentinestablescape #valentinesday #victoriamagazine #romanticdecor #traditionalstyle #replacementsltd #flowermagazine #thecottagejournal #pjssunshinecottage #everydaylivingwithbutchandpam
Happy Tuesday! On this very cold winter’s day, I Happy Tuesday! On this very cold winter’s day, I am serving my favorite tea, Earl Grey, in the Sunshine Cottage where it is warm and cozy! The magic of dancing sunlight enhances the table that is dressed with a warm tartan plaid throw repurposed as a tablecloth! ‘Winter Fauna’ bird salad plates from Pottery Barn (many years ago and now discontinued) remind me of the birds I watch from my kitchen window during the winter season. The Grace Teaware set adds more blue and white to the Spode ‘Blue Room’ dinner plates. Sweet treats were placed on a stack of Bordallo Pinheiro plates! A darling Hummel ‘Icy Adventure’ depicts a scene of an outdoor frozen pond with a pair of sweet ice skaters, a rosy cheeked boy and girl who have fallen down on the ice. I am sharing Tea on Tuesdays with Shannon @bellebleuinteriors and Mary homeiswheretheboatis.net Link in my Bio will take you to my blog post! Stay warm and safe!

#teaontuesdays #teatime #teatimemagazine #teatimepoetry #victoriamagazine #southernladymag #pjssunshinecottage #tea #graceteaware #everydaylivingwithbutchandpam
Happy Thursday! Mid January with cold weather and Happy Thursday! Mid January with cold weather and I am thinking about my spring and summer garden! I have ordered seeds that are to arrive tomorrow…zinnias, sunflowers, and giant marigolds! On today’s blog post (LINK IN BIO) I am sharing my photo journal from 2024’s garden! Grab a cup of coffee, tea, or hot chocolate and join me.

#mygarden #gardening #cottagegarden #gardendesignmag #gardengatemagazine #southernladymag #victoriamagazine #gardener #gardeninglife #everydaylivingwithbutchandpam
My precious family enjoying a rare snowfall in Ala My precious family enjoying a rare snowfall in Alabama!
Rare scenes in our Northeast Alabama Foothills! # Rare scenes in our Northeast Alabama Foothills!

#snowday #winterwonderland #everydaylivingwithbutchandpam
On this cold, gray, and wintry day I am sharing fl On this cold, gray, and wintry day I am sharing flower therapy to hopefully brighten your day! On the blog today is a review of my 2024 Monday Morning Blooms! Joining me are my friends, Lidy @frenchgardenhouse and Mary homeiswheretheboatis.net 

CLICK LINK IN BIO for blog post! I hope everyone stays safe and warm!

#mondaymorningblooms🌻 #floralarrangement #flowerarrangement #southernladymag #victoriamagazine #flowertherapy #everydaylivingwithbutchandpam #tablesetting #tablescapes
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