Wednesday, June 13, 2018

Summertime, and the livin' is easy...

A few summer blooms for you, friends.





It might be sweltering, but summer is my favorite season here in Georgia. 


I love the symphony of frogs and cicadas and the sweet perfume of gardenias in the morning. I love the flickering fireflies and swooping bats at dusk. Even those wild summer storms--the thunder and lightening and torrential rains that seem to come out of a clear blue sky--hold a certain kind of electric magic for me. It must be the sweetness of summertime in the south. 

~Nel
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44 comments:

  1. DUTAJune 13, 2018 at 6:17 AM

    Living is indeed easier in summer. We feel freer, lighter and ready to conquer some new life target.
    Great summer blossoms of Georgia!

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  2. SusieJune 13, 2018 at 6:21 AM

    Nel, That's for showing us flowers. I love seeing what is growing in others' gardens. Hope you are doing well. Hello to your sweet mother. Blogger had hurt some of our blogs and it's hard to comment at times. Blessings to you, xoxo, Susie

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  3. SusieJune 13, 2018 at 6:22 AM

    Nel, Don't laugh..but that is to say Thanks, for the flowers.xox, Susie

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  4. SandiJune 13, 2018 at 6:22 AM

    Ah...sweet!

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  5. Castles Crowns and CottagesJune 13, 2018 at 6:32 AM

    There's nothing like all the senses being awaken by summer. ENJOY!

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  6. AnonymousJune 13, 2018 at 7:12 AM

    Beautiful blooms. If we could only lower the temps and humidity!

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  7. ConnieJune 13, 2018 at 7:15 AM

    Beautiful photos and a lovely video. That is one of my favorite songs.
    Happy Summer!
    Connie :)

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  8. Debby RayJune 13, 2018 at 7:19 AM

    A lovely post, Nel. The mimosas are just starting to bloom here...I just love them! Love the song...such a classic!

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  9. Chatty CroneJune 13, 2018 at 7:49 AM

    Oh my goodness - I don't know if I forgot or I didn't realize you live in Georgia - I do too - did you know that? I live in Kennesaw - where do you live? I wonder if we are close. Love the flowers! sandie

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  10. Red Rose AlleyJune 13, 2018 at 10:23 AM

    OoOOoHHhHhh I love this post! I love your photos, and your description sounds so magical. I feel like I should be sitting in your backyard enjoying it all now. Oh, how I love that song too! Summertime, and the livin's easy.

    ~Jess

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  11. JeanieJune 13, 2018 at 10:44 AM

    It does look awfully warm but really beautiful!

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  12. PilarJune 13, 2018 at 11:59 AM

    Beautiful photos! I love Summer too even though it is hot in South Carolina as well!

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  13. Lauren @ My Wonderfully MadeJune 13, 2018 at 12:18 PM

    I LONG for the day when WE will be living in GA . . . I have to agree about all you've mentioned although I don't think we've been there in the heat of summer yet. However, a few months of sweltering heat is a fair trade off for 9 months with little or now snow haha!

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  14. Louca por porcelanaJune 13, 2018 at 2:25 PM

    Wonderful pictures!Happy Summer to you!Hugs!

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  15. Susie SwansonJune 13, 2018 at 3:01 PM

    They sure are beautiful and I'm thankful to live here as well. Tell your mom hello for me and I understand how blogger is making it hard on us all. Have a nice week.

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  16. KarenJune 13, 2018 at 3:39 PM

    Those pics surely do look like Georgia! Beautiful

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  17. The Joy of Home with Martha EllenJune 13, 2018 at 4:41 PM

    Summertime in your summer garden is lovely. All the blossoms are so indicative of a warm summer day in the south. I'm so glad you are embracing its beauty. I can tell you are enjoying it all! ♥

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  18. Marilyn MillerJune 13, 2018 at 6:10 PM

    One of my favorite songs and times. Love your blooms, but not sure about sweltering heat.

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  19. It's meJune 14, 2018 at 2:54 AM

    Yeah !!....i love summer.....!!....enjoy yours darling......love from me Ria 💜

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  20. Things and ThoughtsJune 14, 2018 at 7:31 AM

    These photos are simply amazing! Thank you ! Wishing you a wonderful summer full of light and beautiful blooms.
    Olympia

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  21. Carla from The RiverJune 14, 2018 at 12:46 PM

    What a great description of your summer time. I love Ella :-)!!
    Carla

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  22. Draffin BearsJune 14, 2018 at 8:44 PM

    Summertime looks beautiful there and loved seeing your pretty flowers - the hydrangeas are gorgeous.
    Happy weekend
    hugs
    Carolyn

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  23. AnnJune 15, 2018 at 6:37 AM

    I love that song...
    takes me back to my childhood when I still have my Mom
    who is really into music.

    Your pics are so beautiful
    and Summer is such a beautiful time.
    We can go outside
    swim on the beach and even have a picnic.
    Not a summer goes by without those family
    gatherings, since childhood till now
    that I have my own family.

    Have a great day ♥

    Ann
    https://roomsofinspiration.blogspot.com/

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  24. HettyJune 15, 2018 at 10:55 PM

    Love the feel and the song! Groetjes Hetty

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  25. roughterrain craneJune 16, 2018 at 4:41 AM

    I love frog cries, too. Happy sunday.

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  26. handmade by amaliaJune 16, 2018 at 7:54 PM

    I would love a symphony of frogs and cicadas. At least we get a chorus of birds to begin the day. Lovely blooms!
    Amalia
    xo

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  27. LoveT.June 16, 2018 at 11:36 PM

    It sounds great! The Pictures are wonderful <3
    I love Ella Fitzgerald, what a fantastic Voice. :)

    Happy Sunday, kisses

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  28. shayndelJune 16, 2018 at 11:58 PM

    Beautiful Blossoms!
    Happy Summer!
    ♡

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  29. Lowcarb team memberJune 17, 2018 at 2:18 PM

    Beautiful summer blooms, just lovely.

    All the best Jan

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  30. SandraJune 17, 2018 at 6:36 PM

    wonderful pictures. Have a happy summer.

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  31. JillJune 18, 2018 at 2:04 PM

    Beautiful photos!! Hope your summer is off to a great start and you are keeping cool!

    Blessings,
    Jill

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  32. PamJune 20, 2018 at 7:13 AM

    Hi Nel, loving all the pics. I am sitting out on the deck listening to the birds chirp right now. I love that sound. Hoping all is well. Been missing you guys.

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  33. MylittlepieceofenglandJune 22, 2018 at 11:17 AM

    Beautiful flowers especially the Hydrangeas xx

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  34. Carola BartzJune 22, 2018 at 3:38 PM

    It does sound lovely the way you describe summer. I like it, too, but my favorite season is definitely fall. Not quite an easy living then though...

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  35. AnnJune 23, 2018 at 4:53 AM

    Hi Sheri,
    Thanks for dropping by on my blog
    and for informing me that my latest post
    don't show up on your sidebar.
    However, I do not know how to fix it
    all I know is how to post
    and then I just rely on blogger to do their
    part... thanks anyway.

    Have a lovely weekend ♥

    Ann
    https://roomsofinspiration.blogspot.com/

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  36. NanaDianaJune 23, 2018 at 9:24 AM

    Just checking to see if your comments are coming through!

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  37. PamJune 24, 2018 at 7:08 AM

    Sheri~ headed to southern Calif in a couple of weeks...hoping so see some beautiful sites while I am there. I love Calif...but then again, I love TN and there is no place like home...miss your blogging, hoping all is well. Same for the girls!

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  38. Ivana SplitJune 24, 2018 at 9:52 AM

    beautiful photographs of blossoms!

    https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/

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  39. roughterrain craneJune 25, 2018 at 3:43 AM

    I love hydrangeas, too.

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  40. A Casa MadeiraJune 27, 2018 at 9:33 AM


    Hi Sheri, how's things going on here?
    I loved your pictures.
    As you well know, I like nature images.
    Around here the cold started very strong, taking this is going to take life.
    Good continuation of the week.
    And show up!
    janicce.

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  41. Carrie @ Cottage CozyJune 28, 2018 at 3:53 PM

    We have many of the same blooms you have in Georgia here in Oregon - so pretty! I AM getting your posts now. I went to my settings and fixed it since Blogger changed the system. Thank you for letting me know, ♥

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  42. Jemma@athomewithjemmaJune 29, 2018 at 5:05 AM

    Summertime, Summertime!! Enjoy every single beautiful moment!
    Love,
    Jemma

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  43. R's RueJune 29, 2018 at 5:42 AM

    Love.

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  44. SandiJuly 2, 2018 at 10:25 AM

    Just came back again to say these photos are lovely!

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