I slept late on this rainy Labor Day morning. And by late, I mean after 8 am. It’s been pretty dreary the past couple of days but I have no complaints about the weather.
I’m not big on complaining.
Looking out the living room window.
Rain collecting on the old screens. I like these screens, actually. They’re quite sturdy.
I made a cup of coffee and George and I went to sit outside on the front porch. As we watched the gentle rain coming down, I could hear the steady chirp of crickets, traffic in the distance, and that beautiful sound of the rain.
Found a spider web to photograph.
Raindrops like tiny diamonds.
Rainy day, dream away
Ah let the sun take a holiday
Flowers bathe an' ah see the children play
Lay back and groove on a rainy day.
~ Jimi Hendrix
George does not seem thrilled with this weather.
But I am thrilled with my coffee.
Doesn’t take much to make me happy.
Usually.
ha ~
It’s a good morning to curl up with a book.
Happy Labor Day, everyone ~
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ps – my friend, Hilary, is home and doing well after brain surgery.
life is good.
I love the feeling of tranquility I get from reading this post, and looking at your photos...
ReplyDeleteI hope that life settles down for you, and remains good.
George does look unsettled doesn't he, maybe the sun will come out.
Jen @ Muddy Boot Dreams
I would love to have a covered porch. It was in the remodel plan but not the budget. Looking forward to our first Fall rain....one day soon. Enjoy the quiet.
ReplyDeleteBecause of the time difference between the east and west coast, when I wake up and check my computer you have already been up and posting. That is something for which I am often thankful! Reading today's post makes me wish I had an outdoor space to sit and sip coffee and appreciate the outdoors. Ah, well, guess I will have to get out and go for a walk instead (It is still HOT here with no sign of Fall in the air yet, so it will have to be an early walk). Happy Labor Day:))
ReplyDeleteRainy days can be sooooo soothing! Beautiful pics .... spiders are amazing artists aren't they? :)
ReplyDeleteGeorge is as adorable as ever!!
Who knew spider webs and cups of coffee could be so beautiful? You've definitely got a way with the camera...
ReplyDeleteHappy Labor Day! Enjoy...
We missed that much needed rain, so all morning we've been playing rainmaker with the hose. I have to say that that still trumps working! Glad you slept in and give sweet George a hug from us. Glad Hilary's surgery went well too.
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P.S. Those spiderweb shots cause me great envy! :)
You need a rainy day every once in awhile, so you can sit back and enjoy your surrounding! Glad to hear your friend is home.
ReplyDeleteHappy Labor Day....taking it a little easy today also....knowing the clock is ticking faster since its back to work tomorrow!
ReplyDeleteThose cobweb pictures are exquisite. I love gentle rainy days but sadly our rainy days this year have all been deluges, which are something different.
ReplyDeleteFantastic spider web photos and beautiful pics of your handsome dog. I am thrilled with my coffee every morning of my life.
ReplyDeleteGood pictures that seem to turn a somewhat dreary day into a nice day to sit back and relax.
ReplyDeleteAnd George, your border collie, is simply beautiful.
I am echoing Christopher but I have to agree - George is just beautiful.
ReplyDeleteLove YOUR spider web, too, Kate! xo
ReplyDeleteThat spider web is just beautiful.. the wonders.. the miracles of nature. You capture them well :-)
ReplyDeletePass the cream, will ya?... no sugar, thanks.
Sounds like you had a relaxing day .... love seeing images of George! The weather has been so nice up here... the temps are getting a bit chillier. Fall is in the air.
ReplyDeleteLooking for the "like" button to click..... Like your post :-)
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet post! Why complain? I did all mine already - now I'm appreciating, like this post
ReplyDeleteAloha from Honolulu,
my friend
Comfort Spiral
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You certainly are not into complaining, and you give us beautiful things to look at and to reflect on. I didn't curl up with a book--had too much to do with the fridge dying on Friday and having to get another. Hubby said h had measured, bt hadn'tmeasured the height! Gotta shave a bit off the bottom of the cabinets...and the ice maker didn't work, so looking for a repairman already" Whoops! :-) Not complaining, ya kw---just wondering what will "go" next!
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Oooh, look at that beautiful face, what an absolute dreamboat George is!
ReplyDeleteGreat picture of the web.
CJ x
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ReplyDeletehey is that one of your Fishs Eddy mugs?
ReplyDeleteIt was lovely here all weekend .. now its raining .. feh
So peaceful. I love days like that with forced inactivity. We need some rain here in Texas!
ReplyDeleteYou make me glad it's raining outside today...it is so cozy inside. Oh, I need to pop over to Hilary's blog too..thanks for the update! xo ~Lili
ReplyDeleteLove the water drops on the screen and the spider webs. Very peaceful, but I guess that's part of the terrain in the country :).
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