Baby Mele showing her true colors! I cried when I looked this up and posted it. That's Frank, my second husband who's old sweats she is trying hard to shred. She was a gift from him for Christmas. Thus the name..."Mele Kalikimuka." I hope I got that spelled right. Its been a long time since I have written it out. She is registered under that name. It means Merry Christmas in Hawaiian. 
And Mele today trying out my new wicker furniture on the patio... At times like this I wish I had the stretch minima so you could see her lovely coat better. It drags the ground..and takes brushing at least every other day. In the mornings she comes in all damp from the morning dew. I love her!
I am so proud of her coat...I think I have "coat envy"
I added a couple of wicker chairs, a little table and an umbrella that was on sale at PierI Imports.I brought out my little rooster lamp for a bit of soft evening light...wrapped the swing in a more Fall like quilt...and I'm just getting started...
Notice the little hanging froggie? He bounces on and on and on when you pull him... :) A bit of whimsy.
Changing things for Fall. In California we can sit out here all year long. I will add a couple of lap robes...some hot chocolate or a mug of coffee..and we are all set. Oh...and the fire pit. But..that's for LATE Fall use...if we are lucky! I also have East Coast envy!
I guess I am a little melancholy tonight..I get like that when I go through and look at pictures. I don't think grieving ever ends...not really.
It was a beautiful day again today. Perfect weather. Howard weeded and I clipped and played with the patio. I'm happy. I really am. Just lots going on right now. :) Fall is on it's way..my favorite time is just around the corner..and I can feel the joy when I think about it. Can't you? Of course you can! So...bring on the candy corn...I'm ready!!
Many hugs and lots of love to you...
Mona
I love fall too! I enjoyed seeing that precious little fur ball - beautiful coat! I would love to have such a nice porch for welcoming each season. Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteFall is my absolute favorite season but I'm sure we won't see it for quite some time in eastern NC. Our nights are still in the 70s which actually isn't bad at all. Although our days are in the high 80s, believe me, we'll see more high 90s before September is over!
ReplyDeleteI was just discussing with my husband over coffee this morning that the leaves would soon be turning here in KC. So thanks for the nudge to get my porch looking a little more fall like. Your sweet puppy is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteLove the wicker chairs and table... also saw them at Pier One... sure do love their sales. I too love the fall and being on my front porch. Best time of the year as far as I'm concerned and can't wait for it to arrive.
ReplyDeleteYes, I too think grieving goes on forever. Still miss my dad who passed on nine years ago. Always makes me heave a little sigh when I think of him and how funny he was to be around.
Hugs to you, Mona. May all arrive in your world soon. *smiles*
Snappy Di
Mele is the absolute sweetest. I have a bad case of Mona's porch envy. It looks so cozy and the perfect spot to spend an afternoon with a good book, sipping on a hot chocolate. Fall is my favorite time of year, too, but I certainly can't complain about this summer, so much is still blooming and lush.
ReplyDeleteWhat acute little one, Mele is. Beautiful coat. Glad to hear you are coming along better. You had lots of friends worried that care deeply for you, Mona.
ReplyDeleteMemories never leave one ... ours are with us daily.
TY for your popping over. Yes, true deep friendships are forged forever from the heart ... we are blessed with lasting friendships forever.
TTFN ~Marydon
Thanks so much for sharing the beautiful pictures. Your porch is simply lovely.
ReplyDeleteI would like to find some wicker chairs to have outside too, but they are rather expensive over here. But is there anything more comfortable to sit in? There´s the problem where to have them at winter though, I have so little space to put things away in over winter.
ReplyDeleteMy morning has been rather interesting today with a visit to the vet. No not Erna, she is still fine! But everything cxame out fine after the vet visit :-)
Have a great day now!
Christer.
Mona...your patio is charming and so inviting! You are so lucky that you can enjoy it all year round. I too love the change of seasons we have in the northeast but, I know in a few more months we are housebound. It's especially hard this year because our spring and summer have been so wet...which has made us spend even more time indoors. Oh well. I'm hoping for a beautiful fall like we are normally use to!! We'll see. Your dog is so pretty! I love her name. One of my favorite Christmas songs!
ReplyDeleteCan I come sit with you on your lovely patio? We have the same red and white checked quilt! Loving all of your wicker. You Mele is adorable. What kind of dog is she?
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Penny
Hi Mona! Your porch and your pup are both amazing! I'd love to sit on that porch and hold that sweet puppy in my lap. :)
ReplyDeleteSometimes looking at pictures makes me feel melancholy too. It makes you realize how quickly time flies...especially when I look at pictures of my boys.
Looking forward to fall here too. It's been an unusually wet summer here so it has been very nice. We are usually in extreme heat.
Just lovely, Mona! I can see your perfect little nest, with your family all cozy in that beautiful spot, enjoying their coffee and cocoa and each other's company.
ReplyDeleteSweet, sweet doggie.
I love how you decorated your porch for the anticipation of Fall. I love Fall, its my favorite season! I dont think we ever stop greiving, I think it takes on another level. I think we will always miss our loved ones, until we reunite again.
ReplyDeleteMuch love Mona xxo
Hi there, Miss Mona!
ReplyDeleteMele is gorgeous.....just perfection!
I love, love your wicker. I have a total weakness for wicker. It is go graceful and gracious to me. Your porch is divine....I would love to sit there and have tea with you.
Good to see you posting more! God is good.
Love ya,
Barb
Awww, you sound like you're feeling a little better. Your doggie is so cute and her coat IS beautiful! You must brush her a lot. I love the wicker on your porch. It looks so comfy there.
ReplyDeleteMornin' Mona...
ReplyDeleteAhhh...your little Mele is just precious! I think I have coat envy too...she has a beautiful coat!!! My friend, I love what you're doing to your patio...I love wicker! Ohhh...and love that pretty red and white quilt! Oh yes, it's time to start getting ready for Autumn...my favorite time of the year! I think it's well on its way at my place...the mornings and evenings are pretty brisk...it's too chilly to open the door right now...it'll have to warm up just a bit!
Well my friend, thank you for sharing your pretty patio with us...it's lovely!!!
Warmest wishes,
Chari
Oh I am so ready for Fall too. Summers in the desert are so hot that the fall and winter are the only times we can be outside and really enjoy nature. Your patio and yard are just gorgeous. Hugs, Marty
ReplyDeleteI missed to write how beautiful Mele is!
ReplyDeleteChrister.
Mele is just gorgeous! What a sweet little girl she is! And your patio
ReplyDelete!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
oh my GOSH!
It is a fabulous place!!! You have it all so perfectly put together!
......and yes, it is ok
to feel blue....we all do..
.....I feel it, too.
LOVE YOU!
becky
Your place is just like a show room. It has a wonderful cozy at home feeling to it and even on your patio.
ReplyDeleteYour little girl is darling. She was a little ball of fur when you first got her. So sweet!
We have been super blessed with our weather lately. Yet I'm with you and so ready for fall.
Big hugs.
Joanne
Your sweet doggie makes my Yorkie, Mollie the Molinator look as though I picked her up from the local animal shelter/pound.
ReplyDeleteI see a visit to the groomer in the near future.
Poor little orphan dog...where's HER MAMA????
Sweet pics my friend.
xoRebecca
Mele is so beautiful! I'm praying for an early fall...I am loving this weather and here in Riverside! Wow! What a blessing. Please no more ll0 degree heat.
ReplyDeleteHugs, Susan
Oh the fall - no more humid, hot, bad hair days!!! You know in the South, we have our share of those. Your setting is lovely and that whimsical frog is darling.
ReplyDeleteHappy Twirls
Thank you for stopping by my blog and sharing. I am sure we could have a good conversation because we do have so much in common! I can tell the phrase from Dirty Dancing, "Nobody outs Baby in a corner." would apply to either one of us!
ReplyDeleteCarol
just wanted to say what a wonderful blog you have. Your pictures are stunning and I've really enjoyed having a nose around. Thank you and best wishes !
ReplyDeleteHere's to candy corn, a comfortable place to enjoy the crisp fall evenings, lap dogs (yes my Sunny is a lap dog!) and all those memories to warm the soul!
ReplyDeleteDawn
I love your little Mele. She is so beautiful. I am trying to grow out Little Buddy's coat into a subdued Lhasa, but he does need to be brushed every other day. He is okay once you get started, but he hides if he sees the brush. When he is done he is quite proud of himself. Your little porch is so lovely. Your beautiful post touched my heart today.
ReplyDeleteMona, I cannot wait for cooler weather, the falling leaves, the patio heater, and of course- football!!
ReplyDeleteYour wicker looks so nice and inviting on your back patio with your quilt to keep you cozy. Your Mele has a beautiful coat! Does she shed a lot? Hope you're doing okay. Don't eat too much candy corn...
:-) Sue
Oh how nice that you can sit out there for most the year. Not here!! Too humid or too cold o too rainy. But I love our fall.
ReplyDeleteHi Dear Mona. Little baby Mele was adorable and she still is! I certainly understand this puppy love. Her coat is beautiful. Hope you're continuing to feel better.
ReplyDeleteBe a sweetie,
Shelia ;)
Your dog is precious. Your porch looks very inviting. The leaves will be turning here in the mountains soon. I am looking forward to pumpkins and fires in the fireplace.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful dog! Your porch looks so very cozy and welcoming. You've done a wonderful job furnishing and accessorizing the space.
ReplyDeleteJust beautiful! You have a lovely porch!
ReplyDeleteHi Mona,
ReplyDeleteMy email is susandrysdale@yahoo.com. I'd love to have lunch with you. We'll go dutch.
Hugs, Susan
Hello from Canada!! So happy you came by,thanks for your sweet note! Yes,they are called row houses,or brownstones...glad you like them,they will be standing long past the new ones they build now!! Your garden is lovely...and I too am waiting for fall,sooooo tired of heat! Hope you will come by again,till next time all the best,Chrissy
ReplyDeleteOh Mona,
ReplyDeleteYou write such touching posts!! I love your patio, you have made it such a charming little get-away! Your doggie is so beautiful and yes I have coat envy too! It already feels like autumn here. Last night it got down into the 40's and that is ridiculous for August. Today will be in the mid-seventies which is nice but below where we should be. I know, I know, everyone with horribly hot weather would love it! Hugs, Cindy
Mona:
ReplyDeleteMele is so sweet and your porch rocks.
I started in about 10 days ago to jump back into the blogging pool after a really crazy summer. I divided all my blogging friends into "blog teams" and thought I would just visit one team each day of the week and I got through about three days and my hard drive died and now that I have a new one I lost all my teams and had to start working on new ones. I hope to being posting next week if the end of the front room remodel goes well. It has been so crazy here in the desert. I have really missed blogging.
The Raggedy Girl
Hmmm, I am thinking you wouldn't have East Coast envy if you could feel the humidity we have had along with hot temps for the last week. I have an even bigger case of West Coast, perhaps PNW, envy than ever.
ReplyDeleteYour home looks so warm and inviting! Your little doggie is so cute too!
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad that summer is coming to an end! I'm also looking forward to fall too, and some nice cool weather!
Sherri:)
I'm so ready for Fall...ready for change. Your patio looks so inviting. I love the way you have positioned that umbrella and it gives me an idea to work with for my little porch. I've got an absolutely rotten doggie neighbor in back that has just about barked my joy right out for my space back there. Maybe if I blocked the space more...hummm....I hope that you are having a good Sunday sweet friend!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Dena
We don't get much of a full-fledged fall season here, but I'm yearning for cooler weather. In Texas it gets mighty hot. I love your little space outside.
ReplyDeleteBrenda
Aw...your little Pomerainian is so cute. It looks like she's posing for you when you snapped this pic of her. How sweet. I just love your patio and your new wicker furniture. Everything looks so inviting. Our summer here in Michigan has been one of the cooler ones we've had. So I don't want autumn to come. But it is right around the corner. Have a good day!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful place to stop and have a cup of tea. I'm just imagining how all that gorgeous fabric would look after our first ice storm here in the Ozark hills and hollors. LOL Love the dogie, it could have been in a Breck girl ad. Ya'll have a blessed day!
ReplyDeleteOh my what a beautiful doggie you have Mona! She's precious!
ReplyDeleteMy favorite color of coat as well.
You have a lovely sunroom and the frog is soooo adorable!
~Blessings my friend, ~Melissa :)
Afternoon, Dear Mona! Oh, you're the sweetest one and I appreciate your kind words to me. I hope you and little Mele are having a wonderful day.
ReplyDeleteYou are a sweetie,
Shelia ;)
So glad you could drop in, hope ya enjoyed the visit. In the words of Granny Clampett ,"ya'll come back not ya hear! Have a relaxing evening.
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