I mentioned in my last post (the one before last actually) that I didn’t really like change. That is usually when I’m trying to do something that I’ve never done before or that is different from how I’m doing something now. I do like change when it comes to decorating ;-) or moving things around and ‘using what I’ve got’ (as my latest mantra seems to be).
You all know it’s hot here in TX, it’s all I seem to write about. . . the heat, oh the heat – at this time of year it’s no fun at all. When we start to get warm weather here in the spring there’s nothing we like more than sitting out on the front porch (often with our neighbors) watching the kids play. I posted about my front porch earlier in the year, you can read it again HERE.
This is how it looked back then, notice my lovely fresh summer flowers! As pretty as it looked I must confess those wrought iron chairs really aren’t comfortable at all. Not to mention there’s only two of them so when the neighbors came over we had to get out the folding camping chairs (or they even brought there own).
So, I had an idea a couple of weeks ago! Even though it’s still hot, the evenings are starting to be bearable and with a nice breeze I can manage to sit out front for a while, especially as the kids are starting to play out again. But seating wasn’t comfortable so I decided to do something about it. My idea was to take our ‘comfy’ seating from the back patio and move it to the front porch.
This is the furniture I bought from Target last year ready for my sister coming to visit. We sat out the back a lot during her visit, but as soon as she went home we just never went out there (again because it was just too hot, especially in the afternoons and evenings when the sun was setting)
Here is all that furniture now sitting on the front porch. I moved it all myself last weekend while Jason was working! It’s a slightly different L shape, but it fits. . . . and it’s VERY comfortable :-)
And here’s a couple more views. . . .
I love sitting out here now, and it will only get better as the days cool down and the evenings get even cooler. I can still see us sitting here (so long as it’s dry) for the rest of the year. I will probably bring a throw (or two) out here in the Fall.
As for the back patio? Well I moved the table and chairs under the porch area again, so we still have seating if we want to go out there.
This gets a lot of shade in the mornings and it’s nice to take my coffee out here. The flower beds need some clearing up though, but guess what . . . it’s TOO HOT to do it right now! So that can wait til Fall too.
I really like the changes I made, I hope you enjoyed sharing them with me.
I’m linking up with Met Monday today over at Susan’s Blog. Check out all the other participants and see what changes they’ve been making ;-)
Denise
12 comments:
Hi Denise, this looks really nice..isn't it funny how we have these beautiful homes but we like to be outside the most?! :D
Denise what a fabulous seating idea! Change is good. Gorgeous! :)
Great new look. A ceiling fan over the area would make our southern heat so much more bearable. Enjoy your new area.
You have a great front porch with lots of room! It's very inviting.
Denise, it all looks really nice and comfy. Looks like you'll get a lot of pleasure out of using both areas now. We haven't used our outdoor spaces at all this summer, but as soon as it cools down a bit we'll be eating outside again.
Have a great week. ~ Sarah
I love the switch, Den. The colors go so perfectly with your house. The front porch can be so much more interesting if you are in the social mood. When my kids were younger, that's all we had to do if we wanted the neighbors to visit. Your back patio looks so nice, too.
I'm like you about change. I have to force myself sometimes. This is good change! ;-D
xoxo
Jane
Oh I love it. What a great idea. It looks wonderful and the table and chairs are great on the back patio too. You did really good. It looks so inviting. Hugs, Marty
Good idea to move the furniture where you'll get more use out of it. I like the idea of old-fashioned front porches. We had one when I was growing up. When I was writing about the throw, I thought of you and thought Denise would be able to make one for herself with just the colors she likes. :) Enjoy the week ahead! (((Hugz)))
That looks so nice and the best part is that you're using it !!!!
After raising my children and living in our home for over 23 years, I've finally caught on to the fact that the LIVING is what is important !
I'm off to check out your gardening blog !
gena
www.thehouseonlavenderhill.blogspot.com
looks nice. Nice that it's cool enough to sit out there in the evening. I love moving things around too, it's amazine how small changes can make such a big difference.
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It looks so welcoming. I love it! It was lovely before, but this is great!
Denise, this was a brilliant move! So often we let ourselves get stuck with the way things are, as if that's the way they HAVE to be--you've shown here that you can make a positive change and use things where they make more sense! Good for you!!
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