Saturday, June 4, 2016

Oasis - June five on five

Wow - it's time again for the monthly 5 on 5 photo blog! I missed last month but I think that was meant to be. A little something that I've always wanted is now a reality and I get to share it here. 
 

We have been in our home for almost 14 years. The girls like it - a lot. But in all that time, I have never used the master bedroom balcony. Poorly designed, it was more like a massive cage with walls that towered over my head than a place to read a book or enjoy a wee drink. So for 14 years I have watched sunsets bloom, storms threaten, and snowflakes drift and settle - through the windows of my room.

Fortunately for me, the old spindles and posts of the balcony finally rotted out. (Even spongy, insect-ridden, peeling wood has a purpose!) And now a new gorgeous railing, built by a real carpenter, has transformed the cage outside the windows into the oasis I had longed for in my sometimes crazy life.

Oasis. Say that word out loud. It's marvelous. And the definition? Oh not the one about a water hole in the dry desert, but THIS one: Something serving as a refuge, relief, or pleasant change from what is usual, annoying, or difficult.

Perfect. So come pull up a chair and I'll pour the wine. You're welcome.

Just a sample of my end-of-day view. Ahhh.

I bought a planter! For the balcony! These beauties make my heart happy.

Honestly, who needs palm trees with this in my oasis?

This buddy finds his way out there every chance he gets.

Hello lovely.
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Thanks for spending time here today! Now step on over to see the glorious blooms on my sister Kim's 5 on 5 photo blog this month. From there you can click on to experience all the June wonder of our 5 on 5 community!



13 comments:

  1. It is just yummy to look at glad you have found your oasis friend!

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    1. Thanks friend! I'll have a chair waiting when you come visit. ;-)

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  2. I absolutely LOVE IT. You must be so happy to finally have this done. I've always wanted a little patio deck off of a master bedroom. So cozy and perfect for morning coffee. Perfect for evening wine too! LOL
    It looks beautiful and relaxing. Congratulations Lianne! yay!

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  3. Next time I come home, I'll expect a second chair out there just for ME. ('cause it's all about me) Love this glimpse at your new oasis.

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    1. Oh the pressure. ;-) But of course, sister. You might even be allowed to use my amazing chair.

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  4. Your bright and vibrant colors are such eye candy! I am really drawn to your oranges and reds.

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    1. Thanks Stephanie. It's true that I do love those rich colours!

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  5. Now I want to visit you ant bring the wine! Gorgeous.

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  6. Now I want to visit you and bring the wine! Gorgeous.

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  7. Not ants. I promise to not bring ants...

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    1. Kris, I'm giggling away at my computer. Ok, you can come since you promised no ants. LOL

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  8. Very beautiful, your new oasisi. I absolutely love your view from there. I am in love with your beautiful flowers! :)

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