October 19, 2008

A Simple Little House
Last week my friend Kelli did the most beautiful post by using this lovely poem she had found in a magazine. She encouraged other's to do it so I decided to give it a try. I had so much fun going back through my archives to find the appropriate pictures to match up with the words. You should try it, too! Thanks, Kelli, for a wonderful idea!


I like a little simple house
With flowers by the door,

An ample larder for my needs
And not much more in store.




I like a window toward the sun
And doors that open wide,
The trickle of a bath for birds
With feathered friends beside.




I like a tiny nook inside

Where my books and slippers lie,
A cup of tea,
A magazine,
A warming hearth nearby.



I'd like some trinkets on the sills,
White ruffles at the panes,

The comfort of a sturdy roof
To shelter me from rains.


I like the cozy ambiance,
A place of sweet retreat.

Where life unfolds along the way

And each new day's a treat!
By~Virginia Borman Grimmer

7 comments:

Mindy said...

Greetings my friend! Loved your post..great pictures. I so enjoy when we can share little snippets of our lives with other kindred spirits!
Happy Autumn!
Blessings,
Mindy

Arlene G said...

You girls inspire me!! A beautiful post Susan.

Jodi said...

A cozy place of sweet retreat ... indeed! What a lovely post to inspire love and gratitude for hearth and home!

Michelle said...

I really enjoyed this post, Susan :) Love all of your pictures...your home is welcoming and cozy!

Happy Monday to you!

Paula said...

Oh, you did a great job putting this together! :)

Mrs. U said...

Hi Susan!
This was the sweetest post! I LOVED it!! The poem fit perfectly with your pretty pictures!!

His,
Mrs. U

bigcitymama said...

I just love your yard and porch! I live in NYC, and I am very jealous!