Wednesday, May 27, 2015

Purple, Green, & Blue....

  Our clematis is in full bloom and looks so pretty. Makes me wish we had many more of them around the property.
  I have to show all of you this sweet piece of junk I found near my sister's apartment. It was all dark brown and peeling. I ask the people if they were throwing it away and they said yes. So I told them I was taking it home with me. They said I was more than welcome to it. :):) My sister and I loaded it into my Jeep...had to put the backseat down and move the passenger seat forward, so it would fit. Yes, Ted laughed when he saw it, but promised to help me make it nice.
 Here it is in it's new color , willow green.  Ted sprayed the paint on for me. It had a few little worn out spot, but there's still some sitting to be done on this chaise lounger. I am going to make or buy some cushions for it. . Our next big project has  to be power washing the floor of the porch and staining it.
 Now you can see the blue.  Another robin built a new nest in the front window and laid two eggs.   I do not know if they will ever hatch, as the robin flies off the eggs every move we make.   I hope they make it. Remember all four of the eggs in a previous nest hatched and the birdies flew a way. :):)
  Wishing all of you a beautiful day. XO





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  1. Good morning Susie, that is a great find, one women's junk is another women's treasure! I love the new color.

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    1. Sylvia, I truly didn't need that chaise anymore than the man in the moon(as mommy would say)But oh I thought about how nice to have somewhere to recline. I think it will be nice for a while. xoxo,Susie

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  2. I had clematis at the last house I lived in -- I miss it! Yours is gorgeous.

    And it's amazing what can be achieved with a coat of paint!

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    1. Jo, I have had other clematises here, but they didn't do well. I think they never got enough sun. I have enough paint to spruce up a couple more things. LOL. Hope I do not tire of this green. Blessings, xoxo,Susie

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  3. Love your clematis. Ours won't bloom for at least a month yet. It is just greening up good now.
    LOVE your chaise lounger-what a great find that was...the color is great, too!
    Hope you have a great day. I have to CLEAN today before the "clean house police" come looking for me. xo Diana

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    1. Diana, I told Ted I wanted to paint it "pickle green" he just laughed of course. But I think this is close and it's a nice summer color that won't look too out of place in the fall. Hey, I am thinking of planting a couple more clematises...hope they grow like this one has. Blessings, xoxo,Susie

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  4. Great job with the Chase lounger ! Wow
    Love those Clematis. Enjoy them.

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    1. Thank you Munir. I was amazed at how many blooms are on that clematis. xoxo,Susie

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  5. Oh also the Robin eggs are perfect blue.

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    1. Munir, I pray these eggs hatch...but it's on the way to the shop/garage. I am befuddled at why the birds are making a nest they are so jittery about sitting on. xoxo,Susie

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  6. Love that lounge chair. The green color is perfect for it. I looked at it and wanted to sit on it. Or maybe even lay on it. With a good book and a glass of iced tea it would be perfect. Love those robin eggs too. Hope they hatch.

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    1. Hi Kathy, I think this is the [perfect old piece to relax and read on. Or just read the mail after walking to the mailbox. xoxo,Susie

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  7. Susie, what a treasure! It's just beautiful! I would have taken it home too..and a pad will make it last even longer.
    The little Robin eggs are precious. I also hope they make it.
    :)
    Mona

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    1. Hi Mona, So glad you dropped by. I thought you would like the green color I chose...I know you use lots of spring green. Oh yes, I too hope those eggs hatch..it would be sad.if they don't...but why are the birds building in a high traffic spot?? Blessings, xoxo,Susie

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  8. I love your chaise...what a lady of leisure you will be when you throw some pretty cushions on it and get your table with iced tea! Enjoy your day sweet friend. Hugs, Diane

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    1. Diane, If I could just get Ted to peel me some grapes, I would have it make.LOL I am liking this chaise the more I look at it. So funny...I still do not have anew rug for my porch. It gets too hot to go barefoot on it. Hope your day is a great one , xoxo,Susie

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  9. your clematis are beautiful, I used to have some just like this, I had to moe mine twice before I found the perfect spot.
    That was a treasue you found , it looks wondeful and with a new cushion it will be as good as new! Very comfy looking as well!
    I love the color of Robins eggs but sometimes the mothers are a bit stupid, I hope these little ones make it!

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    1. Laurie, This clematis is like the one I had in town...I loved it , it was the first I ever grew. I am praying for these little eggs. Because I truly do love robins...their sweet morning songs and the way they hop on the ground. Blessings to you to have a good day. xoxo,Susie

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  10. Susie, I love the new color! So summery! I have never raised a clematis. What a gorgeous grape KoolAid color!!

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    1. Judy, I like the way you described the color. :):) My mom would have loved it. I can hear her now saying, "Oh I want one of those, " bless her heart she loved flowers. Wishing you a great day. xoxo, Susie

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  11. Susie, I love the new color! So summery! I have never raised a clematis. What a gorgeous grape KoolAid color!!

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  12. Susie,
    I loved so many things on your post today. Those blue eggs, what a sight. They are such a pretty color. I didn't realize Robin's eggs were that bright. The chair looks fantastic after Ted spray painted it. What a cute style. And those purple clematis, one of the prettiest flowers, indeed. I don't see them around here much.

    Happy Wednesday, Susie.

    love, ~Sheri

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    1. Sheri, I wonder if the eggs are different shades of blue considering what the birds are eating. I wish my clematis could be seen from my new chaise. LOL. I think it looks pretty for free. Hope you are having a great day. Love you, Susie

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  13. hi Susie, Love your transformation of the Chaise.
    It will look perfect on your deck. I thought my daughter had Robins eggs, but the blue was lighter(like a robin egg blue-not as vibrant as yours)and now that we see the hatchlings, I think they are a smaller bird. It will be fun to see them when they start trying to fly.
    Hugs, Noreen

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    1. Noreen, You will have to post if those eggs are robins or another bird. I wonder if it's what they eat around here. I just hope they hatch and two more little robins are singing in this world. I am going to love this chaise for at least this year. LOL. Bless you, xoxo,Susie

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  14. Nice find with the chaise...Looks great..Your Clematis looks beautiful..I've had good and bad luck with them..I don't have any at the moment..We had some much needed rain a little while ago..We could use some more..Happy Wednesday..

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    1. Hi Missy, I wish those that need rain could get some and those that have had too much get some relief from it. So sad about Texas. I loved seeing your flowers today. :) I had a nice day . Bless you, xoxo,Susie

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  15. Hi Susie, Love your Clematis. Hope the birdie eggs will be ok. I love your make over project - what a great find. Hope you can find the perfect cushions for it. We've been pressure washing our porches. It is hot and humid here. Enjoy the rest of the week. Take care. xoxo

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    1. Mildred, The more I look at that chaise the better I like it. I can't wait to do the porch floor here. I just think it looks so worn and faded. Plus I want a new rug . Maybe I can go looking tomorrow. Blessings to you for a nice evening. xoxo,Susie

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  16. Free finds are the Best finds! I'm sure you will enjoy your new chaise! Hoping those little eggs hatch, so blue, so pretty! Blessings, Cindy

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    1. Oh Cindy, I am praying for those little eggs to hatch. Can we have too many robins singing? :):) Bless you, xoxo,Susie

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    1. Kimberly, It turned out nicely. I am loving it. xoxo,Susie

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  18. Oh Susie!
    What a pretty Springtime song you sing here.
    The nest filled with eggs! ( I can hear the Robin's singing as I read!)

    That chaise is a dream find! They are SO expensive! Ted worked his signature magic!

    Your friend Susie and I made the "Thyroid" connection. I do think Izabelle's book would be a good and helpful read for her. You are a kind and perceptive blog friend!
    Hugs!
    ~Lynne
    w/L

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    1. Lynne, I am so glad you and Susie connected. Knowledge is power. That Robin laid one more egg...how does that happen to be so far apart in time.. This chaise is going to be so nice . Blessings, xoxo,Susie

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  19. I LOVE everything about this post - the Clematis, the Chaise, the bird eggs!!
    Win! Win! Win!

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    1. Thank you, I am looking in the nest out the window and that robin has laid another eggs. Seems far apart in time to me. I'll have to post photos if they hatch. Blessings, xoxo,Susie

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  20. Love your clematis! I need more, too- so why don't we get some more? Love the chaise! Its so pretty in its new color. Enjoy reading in that!

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    1. Tete, I love the way my clematis looks so much so that I ma thinking of buying a couple more. I'll post when I get some pillows for the chaise. Bless you, xoxo,Susie

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  21. I like the nest picture. I have never seen eggs in a nest. The weather looks a little iffy the first couple of days on the island but what can you do. It still beats listening to someone crab about the size of their turkey slices and how hard it will be to make a sandwich with smaller or bigger slices. Please find something important to complain about.

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    1. Boston Boy, You make me laugh..but you are right like someone could not cut the slices in halves or put two small ones together. LOL Hey that robin laid another eggs since I took those photos...I never knew they could be that far apart in time. Find a nice café to enjoy lunch in while it's raining maybe. I sure wish you and Arlene the best weather for your trip. I am so envious. LOL. Blessings, xoxo,Susie

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  22. The Clematis is beautiful! We use to have them at our other house...we just loved them too. Oh that lounge looks do neat! I love the color you painted it!! You are so lucky to have robins eggs out your window! Isn't new life just miraculous?

    Blessings,
    Gert

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    1. Gert, I am loving my clematis. Today I bought some material for cushions. The cushions in the stores are pricy. There are 3 eggs in that nest now. Bless you, Susie

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  23. Hi Susie,

    What a delightful post of brilliant colour in such beautiful things, from the clematis to the lounge chair, to my favourite, robin's egg blue, you have made me smile!

    Happy weekend!

    xo
    Poppy

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    1. Hi Poppy girl, The robin had laid another egg in the nest. I sure wish they would hurry and hatch. That would be 3 more little robins singing.:):) Bless you, Susie

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  24. Hi Susie, your Clematis is gorgeous. I have the same one but with all our Texas rain the flowers have dropped off. I am hoping it will bloom again when things dry out.
    Gorgeous lounge chaise. Love the soft green.
    The nest is a favorite.
    Have a nice weekend.
    Blessings, CM

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  25. What a find on your chaise and what a transformation that husband of yours made with the paint!!!
    May you enjoy many a delicious hour reclining on it!!!

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