When you have strong sunlight most days of the year, an overcast day can feel quite gentle. Somehow quieter even though nothing else has changed.
It certainly draws me outdoors, and makes me dream of English Roses and botanical gardens. We have one single bloom for cheer from our own small collection of shrubs.
There is even the promise of a soft drop or two. The welcome suggestion of rain at the very least. Until it does, I'll keep busy putting together a mental souvenir. My picture postcards of the last days of another lovely summer passing by. . . .
I hope there's something soft and gentle in your day too!
Jacqueline
Lovely, Jacqueline! So glad you were able to enjoy such a lovely summer's afternoon. That rose is so beautiful, and the rose prints and china are the perfect accompaniment. Take care!
ReplyDeleteOH MY!
ReplyDeleteYour cream soup china is exquisite!
Is it Japanese by chance?
Absolutely gorgeous pictures.
So sweet...
ReplyDeleteCheers, Gee
What a lovely setting!
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Anne
What gorgeous linen on your tables, this is what summers are all about... fresh.. crisp and chintz... Lovin these!
ReplyDeleteThat is just beautiful! The flowers and lace are stunning! :D
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Jacqueline,
ReplyDeleteWhat exquisite china cream soup bowls! Your photography still holds a tranquil theme even with the bright sunlight! Lovely post, dear friend!
Fondly,
Pat
You should put together a coffee table book of your lovely romantic images.
ReplyDeleteBrenda
Your double handled tea cups are kind of kooky in a Alice in Wonderland kind of delightful way(**
ReplyDeleteI do have something soft and gentle...her name is Vivian!! :o)
ReplyDeleteLove the 2 handled tea cup...
Lovely setting...
Cheers!
Linda :o)
My favorite quote from you applies. "What would life be without handles and spouts" ~ especially on a gentle summer day.
ReplyDeleteJacqueline:OHHHHH! I've said it all before. Thank you and Happy Wednesday..Judy
ReplyDeletePretty, pretty dishes. They make me swoon. :-)
ReplyDeleteLovely,soft and gentle for sure. Love these photo's,they make me feel dreamy. xx
ReplyDeleteDear Jaqueline,
ReplyDeleteIts all so beautiful.. whimsical and romantic.
Your beautiful china on your exquisite hand made table cloths.
I woke today, to a day just like you have described .. its cooler , we need that.
your posts are always so lovely.
happy thursday
val
What is it about the thought of a gentle summer rain that makes us think of an English country garden. Your pictures are lovely. It has been a bit cooler here, which has allowed us to enjoy the outdoors more in these last days of summer.
ReplyDeleteWell you could actually turn these lovely photos into picture postcards. :)
ReplyDeleteJacqueline how wildly romantic! Such a visual treat!!! Hugs from England - Glenda xxx
ReplyDeleteBeautiful post-your beautiful fushia rose and the pale pink rose image.
ReplyDeleteYour photos are always so engaging. Beautiful setting.
ReplyDeleteHello Jacqueline
ReplyDeleteI have loved reading this post and getting lost in the beauty and I can almost smell those roses.
Thanks you
Helen xx
oh my, you have so many beautiful dishes, and linens and everything...where do you Put it ALL??
ReplyDeleteI am hanging on to every thread of these last days of summmer here. I can definetly feel a "chill" in the air.
So pretty--all that crisp white. And paired with the delicate roses, just charming. Lovely!
ReplyDeleteMy dear Jacqueline, Another summer has gone but it seems like the sun has gone quite a long time ago if one lives in the northerly places. But today in an atmosphere of sunny indolence, I thoroughly enjoy reading this post about soft linens, laces and elegant rosy dishes and china cups.
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