June 17, 2011

Summer Lovin'


Summer is in full swing around the cottage.



This is our first full week of it and we are starting to get used to the new normal. Well, the girls are. I probably won't get used to it at all.

Summers are a strange time for me and maybe for most stay-at-home moms? I miss my routine and having a little time and space for myself and for getting things done but I love the easy go-with-the-flowness of our days.


Today Emma had her 1st annual Summer Celebration party with a few of her friends. I love girls this age. Give them a jump rope, bubbles, a swing and a pretty lunch and they are happy as can be.


Giggly, carefree sing-songy and silly. Oh to be 10 again. Maybe I should plan a big girls version of this party?
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  1. Tammy@T's Daily TreasuresJune 17, 2011 3:12 PM

    We are in summer vacation mode around here too, but sadly there's no outdoor activities. The temps are above 100 every day -- closer to 115 and over most days. And dust. Yuck! Enjoy these days. Tammy

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  2. AnneJune 17, 2011 3:44 PM

    oh, i think that is a great idea! :)

    my daughter is 28 now...but i still remember those laid back summer days!!

    enjoy!

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  3. AnnJune 17, 2011 4:17 PM

    I think a "big girls" version of your lunch would be wonderful. Can I come? Blessings, Ann

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  4. AngelaJune 17, 2011 4:30 PM

    I'm in...sounds like a wonderful day!

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  5. BearShe CottageJune 17, 2011 5:11 PM

    I second that on a big girls day. If you do, have fun!

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  6. UnknownJune 17, 2011 5:35 PM

    A big girl's version of that party would be just divine. Love the photos!

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  7. DebJune 17, 2011 5:49 PM

    I always had to get used to holidays as a young mum. Like you say, you miss that time to yourself. Oh to be ten again!

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  8. Brenda PruittJune 17, 2011 6:01 PM

    That is a great idea, girl! Treasure your girls while they're home. Mine are long grown. Good old summer time!
    Brenda

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  9. BonnieJune 17, 2011 6:11 PM

    I so miss having a young one at home. I am an early riser so I always had my bit of free time then. I definitely think you should have a "big girl" party including the giggles.

    Thanks for stopping by over at my place. I agree children having a grand time is the best summertime music. I have so enjoyed following your blog.

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  10. Cottage 1945June 17, 2011 6:48 PM

    Ooh, that looks like fun! Yes, I definitely think a big girl summer party is called for.

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  11. paigeJune 17, 2011 7:05 PM

    so cute!
    your pictures look right out of a magazine

    i know how you feel about summer...i stay conflicted most of the time. while i love the downtime of their schedules, i miss my quiet time. i feel terribly unproductive...oh well.

    enjoy
    xo

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  12. Chris at Red Gate FarmJune 17, 2011 8:52 PM

    Oh yes, plan a big girl version... and be sure to get cute striped paper straws for that one too :)

    ~Chris

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  13. Shannan MartinJune 17, 2011 10:15 PM

    Yes, go on ahead and plan the Big Girl day.

    And your hankies!!!!

    Swoon. :)

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  14. TriciaJune 18, 2011 8:55 AM

    Jen: I know just what you mean about loving the ease of summer, but missing your routine! Not only is my son out of school for the summer, but so is my husband. I love having them around (most of the time), but it does take some adjustment! I like the idea of having a grown up party just like your daughter's except I'd leave out the jump rope because that just sounds like exercise to me! :) Take care!

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  15. EmilyJune 18, 2011 9:59 AM

    Oh! That looks so perfect. Love your hankies and your table setting. The colors make me sigh :)

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  16. LANAJune 18, 2011 2:14 PM

    I remember my daughter at that age (she's 27 now). The summers were fun. Enjoy it - they won't last forever. Lana

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  17. KathyJune 18, 2011 7:55 PM

    Love the hankies! Very pretty. Do a big girl's summer luncheon. And take lots and lots of photos to share. Okay?! - Cheers, Kathy

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  18. AnonymousJune 20, 2011 12:03 AM

    yes, please have one for big girls. and invite me. ;o) it is SO hard to get into a summer groove ... this is our second week out, and so far we've all been so busy with camps and swim lessons and vbs, etc., that everyone is exhausted and grumpy. and it continues this week. i'm hoping the kids and i get to enjoy some actual "summer" next week. it looks like you gave your daughter and her friends a lovely day ... i might steal your idea and do one here for harp and her girlfriends!

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  19. Privet and HollyJune 20, 2011 6:47 AM

    We are going into
    the second full week
    of being off of school
    and I admit, I'm chafing
    just a wee bit....still
    trying to find that new
    normal : ) Love these
    sweet pics. I want to
    throw a girlie party!
    xx Suzanne

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  20. thepaperroSeJune 20, 2011 11:34 AM

    so lovin all of this! I love what you did with the vintage hankies! I have a box full.....knotting up a storm!

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  21. AnonymousJune 21, 2011 9:04 AM

    i wanna help you plan and attend this little grown up party! LET'S TALK WOMAN! : ) looks darling! i'm inspired! think i'll have one for my ten-year-old! love ya!

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  22. lisaroyJune 22, 2011 3:16 PM

    ah, those carefree summer days! such happy memories! :)

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  23. Sixty-Fifth AvenueJune 23, 2011 2:31 PM

    I stay home with my little one but still haven't tasted any freedom...she will be starting kindergarten this fall. Two and a half hours long...I'm happy it's not full day just yet but I was hoping for at least three hours! Love the pretty lunch you put together for the girls.
    Londen

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  24. KimJune 24, 2011 7:22 PM

    I'm the same...I miss my routine & time to myself! But, I know that its a special time for my little girl so I'm trying to fill the days with special activities & crafts.

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