Goodbye Summer

Summer is my absolute favorite season of the year!

Think...

flip flops

popsicles

sunny days and starry nights

fireworks

bbq's and picnics

vacations

salt water and swimming pools

fresh berries

lemonade stands

...and so much more...

... i can b . a . r . e . l . y  stand it...

I'll miss you, so.

Despite it being a gorgeous day, I can't help but to morn summer

and begin planning for next year.

Since we've been focusing on the inside of the cottage

and even though we will continue to do so for a lifetime

{countertops, backsplash, farmhouse sink please?}

we hope to spread some our love to the exterior of the home in 2012.

Here's a refresher on how it's looking at the moment.

Some lawn and bed maintenance is in order along with a fresh coat of paint!

{bluish gray cedar shingles complimented by a muted yellow door}

{a blue front door is another option}

{or dark cedar shakes with soft white trim}

{adding a pergola over our garage}

{various shades of green}

{ivy cascading up the wall}

{window boxes full of greenery and flowers}

{lovely vine}

a girl can dream.

*photos courtesy of tiek built homes, pinterest, houzz, pinkwallpaper.com