Hello Everyone.
When I was growing up the 4th of July meant a family reunion at the house of my grandmother's sister on the lake in Michigan. I remember that being such a fun time.
When we lived in Junk Chic Cottage #2 it was in a lake town and I decorated one of my guest rooms in a lake theme. Thought I would take you down memory lane of that sweet guest room decor.
Excuse some of the picture quality. These pics were taken in 2012 before Pic Monkey and better cameras!
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| Some of you that have followed my blog from early on might remember little Midge my sock monkey. She was a permanent guest in my lake guest room. |
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| Of course Midge would have her boyfriend up to the lake cottage for a little fishing. |
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| Midge always made sure my guests followed all the cottage rules during their stay. |
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| I love seeing the climbing roses growing up around my birdhouse posts and my pretty angel. |
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| The front flowers are filling in beautifully and it is only July. |
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| The colors are just beautiful this year. |
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| Wishing all of you a Happy 4th. |
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Good morning my friend! I was just thinking of you as I opened my email, wondering how you are.
ReplyDeleteIt is always so fun to look back on the happy times, the times we've spent with loved ones and the time and energy we've put into our homes and gardens. I love the lake theme in your cottage #2 - I have a similar "ocean" theme in my front room but it's sparse, with just a little white sailboat, old petrified shells and oil paintings depicting the seaside. It's all relaxing, isn't it!
Your new cottage looks amazing. My flowers as well have exploded in size and are a delight to see but I bet you are watering your flowers twice a day as I am....this heat is a STEAMER!!!
Stay cool and happy.
Oh, that was indeed a beautiful lake soothing theme room. I love those cool blue hues, and imagine that on a hot day, they would have been a great place to cool off and read a book. Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteYour guest room was so cute! Whatever happened to Midge the Monkey?
ReplyDeleteYour new house looks so pretty. Love all the flowers.
Happy holiday weekend!
Your rooms are always so pretty and your house looks amazing too. The landscaping is coming along beautifully. Happy 4th
ReplyDeleteThis house you live in now is my absolute favorite. Hope you never have to move! I hate the loud fire crackers!
ReplyDeleteBrenda
That bikini is so cute! I would display that every summer. That must have been a fun guest room to stay in for your guests. Your cottage is darling and I have to tell you that this year for the first time my petunias are doing well since I followed your advice to water twice daily, deadhead and fertilize weekly. They're still nothing compared to yours but I'm learning.
ReplyDeleteHappy Fourth, sweet Kris,
Dewena
I just love everything. Great job.
ReplyDeleteI remember these photos. Did you give Midge another job? Your flowers are looking beautiful and how you envisioned.
ReplyDeleteHappy 4th!
Cindy
Adorable pictures and enjoyed your memories. Happy 4th to you Kris. Hugs and blessings, Cindy
ReplyDeleteYou decorated that guest room so pretty. I love the sock monkey! The house looks so beautiful and your flowers look amazing. Enjoy the 4th of July Kris!
ReplyDeleteYour guest room was so cute.....I LOVE the red polka dot bikini!!! Your blooms are so beautiful too. Happy 4th of July!!!!!!!
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Great to see these throw-back photos Kris! It all looked wonderful. I think that your style now has really moved on - as for your flowers, they just keep on getting better and better. Here in the UK, our Government has chosen 4th July, as the date to re-open pubs - with the new social distancing rules. I'm a little fearful for the outcome - fingers crossed that people will behave, and all will be well. Wishing all of you in U.S. a very Happy 4th July. Hugs, Gilly x
ReplyDeleteHappy Fourth to you and Terry! Your guest room was adorable. Midge is priceless. Your flowers are all very happy where they are blooming. Stay cool...xoxo
ReplyDeleteThe flowers are lovely. WOW, they are really doing fantastic.
ReplyDeleteGreat rules at the lake house. :-) I like Midge! Is she still with you? I love her bikinis.
Happy 4th of July!
Kris, A seaside theme and the 4th seem to go together. I am loving your beautiful yard. All your flowers are just wonderful. Hope you have a great weekend, even though it's to be hot in the Midwest. Blessings to all, xoxo, Susie
ReplyDeleteI took photos today, and yes the colors are insanely bright on the flowers. Besides the blue of the sky and the greens are positively jungle green. Such fun to visit your cottage room, and yes, the Fourth brings up memories. I find it hard to be patriotic in anyway this year, and will forego the red/white/blue until we are again united and not red or blue...I will stay white for peace! Sandi
ReplyDeleteoh my gosh, those sock monkeys are adorable... and in a bikini too! LOVEit! Have a wonderful holiday weekend, Kris!
ReplyDeleteHow cute. Your flowers are gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed this cute post so much. I love Midge..and especially her crocheted bikini!! I had two similar ones..a yellow one and white..back in the early eighties..(couldn't fit them on my big toe now, lol)...I think I need to look at some of your other older posts..so cute...Your cottage looks great and God Bless the USA as we celebrate our great Land!! Have a fun weekend..Thanks as always for sharing your talent and cute decor.
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet guest room. Love the lakeside theme. Midge and her boyfriend are darling. Happy memories Kris always make us smile. Your house looks so cute with all of your touches and trailing flowers. I bet the neighbors are jealous. Happy 4th to you and Terry. Hugs
ReplyDeleteMidge is just too dang ADORABLE. LOL Wishing you and Terry a fun filled 4th of July weekend! Wow, your perennials are doing amazing. I bet your neighbours are so glad you two moved in. What a difference you've made to this sweet home.
ReplyDeleteHappy 4th, Kris. Your cottage is such an oasis in this time. Thank goodness this pandemic wasn't this time last year, right? Can you imagine?
ReplyDeleteKris your homes are all darling...and your flowers are outstanding. I need you to come show me how it's done. xo
ReplyDeleteThat was so cute! Love the monkey! Loving how your new home looks- you’ve done a lot!
ReplyDeleteHappy 4th of Jukye, Kris! Oh Midge, she is a cutie for sure. Always fun to take a happy look back. Have a wonderful weekend. Jane
ReplyDeleteHappy 4th of July Kris! Your place is looking beautiful! You have always had a wonderful way with decor. It shines through! A lake weekend would be wonderful but of course we are battening down. It even seems quieter this year so far. Okay with me! Hope it's a fun day for you!
ReplyDeleteGood Morning, Kris. It is so much fun to take a look back every once in awhile, isn't it? I don't remember yours as it must have been before I started blogging, and I am so glad to see it. I can't say enough about your sweet Cottage now. It is just a vision of everything cottagey and wonderful. I bet your neighbor's are so happy to have you and Terry moved in. Your flowers are beautiful as I knew they would be. Have a wonderful 4th and enjoy it all..xxoJudy
ReplyDeleteI like your Midge, I can tell that she is sweet-natured. I hope that you're both enjoying this weekend of the 4th.
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That little monkey is a show stopper. How adorable she is. The red and white check swim suit is also a very fun in that room. Hope you had a happy 4th. I went to the best 4th of July BBQ and fireworks show ever. The fireworks were better than when I was a kid. It was awesome to see so many people celebrating America. Hope your holiday was great.
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