ON crazy days like today, all I want is to come home to a clean, uncluttered and calming environment. Of course I have no excuses for clean & uncluttered [blame it on Ruby]! But living in an apartment the ‘calm’ does escape me!
I may not be able to control the noisy neighbours [my headphones are permanently glued to my head!], but I can dream of my ‘one day home’ & creating my own calming haven. Somewhere my mind, body and weary soul can rest.
So today, I am dreaming of the calming presence and soothing grey hues of this Manhattan Beach Home.
[tomorrow of course I will wonder how I will incorporate some colour]
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The Foyer
Welcome to today’s lazy daydream. Somewhere to stop, rest and clear the mind.
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Dreaming Nook
Well here is the Dreaming Nook. Good for reading, dreaming or just plain gazing out the window. In my ‘daydream’ the ocean is just beyond my front yard. I wouldn’t even mind some rain drizzling down the window pane
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Winter Lulling Room
This is where I lull in winter by the crackling fire. Sometimes when feeling a tad energetic, I may even have someone play the piano for me. [if they ask me nicely]
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Summer Lulling Room
Ahhh. The Summer Lulling Room for the warmer months. From here I can gaze out the French Doors into the yard and watch the butterflies flit along the hedges. Sometimes I even wander out back to the Pool House. Just for a change of scenery.
[in my dreams it is a Pool House, adjacent to a flagstone bordered pool]
Sorry this room came with the house. I think it needs a makeover. Perhaps some plush sofas with white slip-covers for lounging and lulling, and definitely new curtains and area rug.
Do you think so too?
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Food Sampling Room
Well all that lulling can work up an appetite. When that happens, I move to the Dining room and have someone whip me up a feast. While I wait, I do some more gazing out the window. Maybe someone will make me a cappuccino.
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Napping Room
Eventually one has to rest their weary head and where better than this softly hued room , simply adorned with beautiful linens. There’s also plenty of spots to ‘Stop , Revive & Survive’ as I make my way to the bed to slumber.
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Well I think that is enough for today. Thanks visiting my lazy daydream, but right now it’s time for my nap!
Quiet As A Mouse Guest Room
Due to popular demand I have added a guest room for 'Quiet As A Mouse Guests'
On A More Energetic 'Happy' Note
You still have until Friday [that is Friday Sydney time] to enter the giveaway. Details and entry are on the Giveaway post – just click this icon below
Buona Notte
Julie
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IMAGES: House Beautiful
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