Simple Pleasure...


There's just something about the wind blowing your curtains when the windows are open. Now that the warm weather's here, we have our windows open as much as possible and I'm loving the breezes & seeing our living room curtains gently blowing.  (They're simple white unlined linen and perfect for being wind-whipped... Not that I planned this, but I'm very happy with the results.) 

There are so many little things to love about each & every day and as Spring really comes to bloom, I find myself taking even more notice.  What simple pleasures did you indulge this weekend?

xoxo,
lauren

*image from source4interiors.com

32 comments:

pve design said...

Saw Eddie and Jaithen, and they are simply the best!
Saturday evening we lit candles, had a nice dinner at home with family friends! It was all simply spontaneous like the curtains blowing in the breeze, just letting the wind take me!
pve

Le said...

love love love this image :) just divine - best le

The Decorative Dreamer said...

Just saw your blog on another friends list w/a thumbnail image shown of this picture. I just love this photo! It is so wonderful!

Anonymous said...

I finally got to do some digging and planting this weekend. So many yard projects! I know the laundry is going to get backed up and I don't care!


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Kristine at The Painted Hive said...

Such a beautiful parallel - I'm in Australia and it's just beginning to turn to Winter here (not that it ever get's really cold though). I'm beginning to enjoy some time indoors with the fire going! Lauren, I would love and deeply appreciate your thoughts on my living room when I post some pics in the next few days. You were so encouraging about my entryway and our eclectic styles seem to mash very well. Please let me know your thoughts if you have time.
Kristine
xxx

Linda@ Lime in the Coconut said...

Fixed an old tiered fountain...then sat under an umbrella to the tinling sound of flowing water...just taking it all in!

Melissa said...

Porch swings. Dinner outside. The smell of lavendar as I come up my front walk. Little fat baby legs in shorts and little skinny little-boy legs in shorts. Mint juleps. Open windows. Flowers.

Unknown said...

easy!!!;)....while hanging my laundry outside to dry, the wind takes the smell of the softener and carries it ............

Greetings!

Lynda

Melissa Marie Head said...

I too love having my windows open, helps me sleep at night even. This weekend I was finally able to start planting outdoors which was perfect.

Unknown said...

Took the boys for ice cream on Friday night and just enjoyed being out and about in the sunshine. Let the sun shine in!

Amy said...

We had some friends over for PIZZA night on Firday then spent some time adding to our garden on Sunday, then relaxed and enjoyed our hard work while watching our koi swim while sipping on some wine. :) *Amy

Jules said...

Started weather proofing the house for WINTER!!!!!! I am so jealous of your coming Spring as it is my absolute favourite season. The cold is gone and the heat is still to come. We chopped and piled wood, filled in the cracks around the windows and I dug out the woolies. But it was still a good weekend!!

Jennifer said...

Beautiful, simple and definitely a pleasure.

Mary said...

We finally got our new bathroom cabinets installed this weekend! The bathroom has been a project we have been working on for over a year. I can't begin to tell you how seeing the light at the end of the tunnel feels. The templater for the counter top is coming Thursday. This is hardly a simple pleasure. It's a HUGE pleasure!!!

Anonymous said...

We love watching the bushes in front of our house bloom. We also power-washed the backyard and strung lights up so we could enjoy the outdoors more!
-Lisa

Unknown said...

I painted chairs in my backyard while listening to Kings of Leon and the weather was incredible!

Vanessa@decor happy said...

Love this image! I celebrated my birthday with family and friends.

Janell @ House of Fifty said...

Got a new basketball and went to the court with the kids and dog...I love the arrival of warm weather!!! Janell

lisaroy said...

oh! I agree - I love breezy days of spring! I planted some lovely boxwoods in 2 zinc planters flanking my stairs and love the bright green freshness of them. : )

Michelle said...

I got my hands dirty in the garden, and made a list of things I need for the season...it was nice. Actually, I'm thinking of outdoor curtains this year for my "carport" to make it an eating area, as it's connected more to the garden. Funny you touched on the curtain thing.

Best,
Michelle

Cristin // Simplified Bee said...

watching my daughter play softball and hit her first live pitch!

xo,
cristin

ALR said...

My husband and I just enjoyed being in our new house. The pic you posted just makes me feel peaceful. Thanks!

Chic Coles said...

This is so beautiful! I love these curtains with the gold pattern.

Caroline @ The Feminist Housewife said...

I love your blog - I'm your newest follower! = )

Shannon @ What's Up Whimsy said...

I had a nap! So simple, but sooooo needed!

Anonymous said...

Such a happy picture! We had beautiful sunny weather this weekend. Have had a lot of rain, so love everything being so green.
marcie

Anonymous said...

Such a happy picture! We had beautiful sunny weather this weekend. Have had a lot of rain, so love everything being so green.
marcie

My Dream Canvas said...

Oh ..this gorgeous picture sums it all! You have a stunning home and lovely ideas. I am a huge fan :-)

Kathysue said...

Lauren soft sheer curtains blowing in the wind are one of many pleasing thoughts and sites. There is something about a curtain blowing in the breeze that evokes Home sweet Home to me. The other thing is an old screen door that slams shut and creaks. Funny how certain things are sweet memories. Kathysue

Cheryl said...

Y'all have done some fabulous things with that ol' 70's home. I just saw the nursery last week and it was a pleasure to see how you decorated the rest of your home. So beautiful, bright and airy. You definitley made it yours.

La Boheme said...

It is absolutely beautiful! You did amazing job in your home. love love love.

Love the Decor! said...

Love your Home!!
Beautiful!!