Hello Everyone.
When I was growing up the 4th of July meant a family reunion at the house of my grandmother's sister on the lake in Michigan. I remember that being such a fun time.
When we lived in Junk Chic Cottage #2 it was in a lake town and I decorated one of my guest rooms in a lake theme. Thought I would take you down memory lane of that sweet guest room decor.
Excuse some of the picture quality. These pics were taken in 2012 before Pic Monkey and better cameras!
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Some of you that have followed my blog from early on might remember little Midge my sock monkey. She was a permanent guest in my lake guest room. |
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Of course Midge would have her boyfriend up to the lake cottage for a little fishing. |
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Midge always made sure my guests followed all the cottage rules during their stay. |
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I love seeing the climbing roses growing up around my birdhouse posts and my pretty angel. |
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The front flowers are filling in beautifully and it is only July. |
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The colors are just beautiful this year. |
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Wishing all of you a Happy 4th. |