Everyday Living

Simple + Southern Sunday No. 36

~ Simple + Southern Sunday

 “Jesus, faithful King
Lord, with grateful hearts we sing
How great is the love, how great is the love
of our Savior!  The weight of the cross, the curse of our shame
You carried it all and rose from the grave!
How great is the love, how great is the love of our Savior!”
Meredith Andrews & Paul Baloche
sss24 “Have mercy on me, O God, according to your steadfast love; according to your abundant mercy blot out my transgressions. Wash me thoroughly from my iniquity, and cleanse me from my sin!”
‭Psalm‬ ‭51‬:‭1-2     Love the architecture of this church in Fairhope, AL The gorgeous sunset, clouds, pasture, and hay all come together to make a gorgeous scene! The Oak Island Lighthouse was completed in 1958 and is one of the
newest in the country!  Lovely Southern home in our historic district!Zoe is enjoying her first beach trip! Fresh from our garden! Our historic downtown is full of charm and nostalgia! Parmesan soufflé is a favorite from Frank Stitt’s Bottega in Birmingham!  Our chaste tree is in full bloom and the bees love it! With our extreme heat for the past two weeks, this looks so cool and refreshing!

“I was glad when they said to me,
‘Let us go to the house of the Lord!’”
Psalm 122:1

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Land That I Love!

~ Decorating, Food & Entertaining, Outdoors, Recipes

 “But now that you have been set free from sin and have become slaves of God, the benefit you reap leads to holiness, and the result is eternal life”
Romans 6:22

Barbecues…fireworks…parades…hot dogs…picnics…lemonade…concerts…home-made ice cream…grilled burgers…swimming…baseball games…family reunions…boating!   This is how we will celebrate America’s Independence Day (often referred to as the 4th of July) in little towns and big cities across our beautiful land!  Red, white, & blue will be the colors of the day, and being with the ones we love will be the highlight of our long weekend.  While it is a fitting time to celebrate the independence of our great nation, let’s be reminded of the ultimate freedom we have–in Christ!

I hope that you all enjoy the July 4th inspiration from my Pinterest board,  Summer Dreaming.  Each picture is linked to the original source!

 So many folks enjoy the water on the 4th!  A cute picnic on the pier is ideal! A timeworn potting bench is a great idea for a food station!Drink stand with patriotic details!
Hot dog buffet!
 Striped cloth, star plates, and flag fans make a charming tablescape!The stack of plates and napkin lend a festive flair!
Daisies and carnations with flags…sweet and easy centerpiece!
 Hydrangeas, stripes, and a bright red napkin say it is party time!Repurposing a shutter – clever idea!
What’s not to love about the flag displayed on a porch?
19A cheerful and inviting porch!
I would so enjoy dining on this rustic porch!
This porch offers a big patriotic welcome!
Red, white, and blue trifle…sweet ending to your celebration!
 This dessert kabob with strawberries, blueberries, and brownie bites is simple and delicious! Love a sugar cookie pizza with fresh fruit! This would be a crowd pleaser – red and white velvet mini cakes with buttercream frosting!  My guys would request cream cheese icing! Here is a great tip: freeze berries in ice cube trays!Red, white, and blue is always appropriate…even in a bedroom! 
 A vintage flag with 48 stars hangs in an entrance hall!  What a conversation piece!


An eye-catching display of quilts!
 Old barn and American flag…country living!!!This cutie is dressed for Independence Day!
 “Sweet Land of Liberty”! Patriotic Beach Baby!

“Our fathers’ God, to Thee, Author of liberty,
To Thee we sing; Long may our land be bright
With freedom’s holy light; Protect us by Thy might,
Great God, our King”
   Samuel F. Smith

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Tablescape Tuesday: Sunflowers & Summer

~ Food & Entertaining, Tablescape Tuesday

 “You are my hiding place and my shield; I hope in your word”
Psalm‬ ‭119‬:‭114‬

Sunday was a day to celebrate the special men in my life and I do that with food!  Our sweet family gathered at our table for a southern-style meal of grilled pork chops, potato salad, baked beans, and banana pudding!  Sunflowers, with their happy faces, were the star for the tablescape. But, the real stars were the loved ones who sat around the table!!

 Sunflowers welcome summer to the table!


I love the blue and yellow combination for warm weather!


Three vases of sunflowers provide the centerpiece!


The tablecloth reminds me of a man’s shirt, so it was ideal for Father’s Day!  You probably know by now, I am a fan of mixing patterns…the napkins accent the cloth!


Salad plates add a pop of sunflower color to the stack!


Sunflowers have always been a favorite!


I rarely use B&B plates, (we aren’t quite that formal) but they add a nice touch!


Just a little quirky photo!


I did add a pair of candles to join the centerpiece!


Did you know that sunflowers are an important source of food?


Sunflower oil is a valued and healthy vegetable oil!


Sunflower is an important agricultural crop choice for farmers!


Last week, Butch captured our first bud!


Yesterday, sunflowers were popping out from behind our garden!

   “A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in a setting of silver”
Proverbs‬ ‭25‬:‭11‬ 


Table Details:
Tablecloth – Tommy Hilfiger TJ Maxx
Napkins – Calvin Klein TJ Maxx
Chargers – Tuesday Morning (few years ago)
Dinner & BB plate – Johnson Bros. Willow pattern
Salad plate – Paula Deen Spring Prelude Tuesday Morning
Glasses – Noritake Sweet Swirl pattern in Midnight
Flatware – Reed & Barton Heritage pattern
Vases – Hobby Lobby  (a few years ago)

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