Hey guys! I’m leaving the beach behind for a while and spending some time up north. Just like a kid in a candy store, I’m loving the sights, scents and pretty much everything about being here. There’s nothing quite as good as going home. To me, the closer I get to family and familiar places, the happier I begin to feel. I love the feeling of “I’m going home”.
This is a place where the windows need to be down to breathe in all the goodness. There’s no need to put the pedal to the metal along these roads. Slow it down, and enjoy the view.
Take a moment to notice the little things…because they aren’t so little.
…and appreciate the unique and rich history.
Close the laptop and take a walk.
Stop and say hello to a few old friends.
And maybe take a photo or two 🙂
Unwind and unplug,
because this is home.
And the light is always on…
..and the door is always open.
So, as much as I’m a beach girl and love the sand between my toes, I’m going back to my roots for a while. The fun part is I brought my tools, some DIY supplies, and am ready for a new adventure.
Sure, I’ll get back to the beach, but in the meantime I hope to entertain you guys with some pretty fun stuff I’ve found to occupy me here. I can’t wait to share some news with you…but I’m not quite ready yet.
Are you ready for some fun?
Mary-the boondocks blog says
Such beauty Wend! And your photography is fantastic. It is so important for us to slow down and take that time to look around and actually see what is around us. Too often we rush from one thing to another, from one activity to another. For me personally, picking up a camera was what forced me – in a good way – to slow down and really see what was around me. I am so so grateful for having the camera and the blog. And I know that every time I go back I feel exactly as you do.
Wendi says
Hi Mary & thank you! You make such a good point about slowing down, which as you already know is really hard to do in the blogging world! I feel the same about my camera and blog. The walk I took when I captured these photos was a highlight of my time spent at home. Now I’m in VT and ready to find new highlights and photogenic opportunities! LOL Thanks so much for your visit & kind note!
Penelope Cheatham says
Hi Girlfriend, I just saw these sweet country scenes. What I like best is how powerful a simple image can be at bringing back really good feelings. I especially loved the white chipped paint door. Houses in the country aren’t afraid of painting a front door a bold color. I like that. I was a little shocked the first time my mother in law came over over with burgundy paint, but I wouldn’t trade that front door look for anything now. I know you are going to have a lot of fun with this project….and we are all going to have fun with you too! Keep posting!
Wendi says
Hi my friend! I loved these photos, I took a walk with my camera and two lenses and had so much fun taking them. You’re right about the bold doors they have personality! I can’t wait to paint my new front doors a bold color! Yes, we are al going to have fun together with our northern adventure! Thanks so much for your note…hugs!
Cyndee says
Thank you, Wendi, for this nice reminder and thank you for sharing this Idea Box link party. The photos are beautiful!!
Wendi says
Hi Cyndee & thank you. It’s always special to come back home. This time of year is perfectly photogenic so I had to share the beautiful photos I’d collected. The hard part was choosing just a few from the few hundred I took! Thanks for stopping by!
Karen M. Roth says
It gets pretty Majestic Here u North in the Fall. But we have short Spring, Summer , and Fall and an bitter cold but lovely Winter tyha tis agonizingly long here in Washington State.
But that just means more Crocheting, sewing and quilting for me 🙂
Wendi says
Hi Karen… My husband loves the Northwest! I’d have a hard time with the shorter other seasons long term. But then I think people just get used to it like you mentioned you find other things to do with your time. I’m always in awe of the talent it takes to create quilts. I’m sure yours are beautiful, thanks so much for your visit and comment:)
gail says
Beautiful photos Wendi!
I love Fall. I can’t imagine not having it.
gail
Wendi says
Hi Gail… You are lucky to have fall! I’ve been enjoying the weather and the beautiful colors. I’ll miss it when I go home. By the time I get back I’ll be ready, and ready to get out of the cold too. Thanks for your visit!
Carole @ Garden Up Green says
Sounds like fun awaits you – country living and one lane bridges are the best. I live in the south in the country and it’s simply the best. I also agree though sand between the toes is also nice, I call that a vacation. Looking forward to more here
Wendi says
Hi Carole, Yes they are! I love going home and I love the country. I’m looking forward to sharing some fun news with everyone in the near future:) Although I still love the beach and that’s home too. Thanks so much for your visit:)
Carol says
Enjoy the change and the beach will be waiting for you.
Wendi says
Hi Carol! Thank you and I am enjoying the north, it’s been a refreshing change. Watching the leaves change colors has been spectacular. Thanks so much for stopping by:)
Patty says
Wendi, it looks like you could be in my part of the country, except I think you are further north. Have fun mystery woman and share with as soon as you can, after your little tease I can’t wait.
(Beautiful pictures and countryside.)
Wendi says
LOL Hi Patty! What a beautiful area you must live in! I love coming home, everything is a photo waiting to happen when I’m here. I took a walk, carried two lenses and shot about 150+ photos, it was heaven 🙂 Am in NJ now, driving to VT today 😉 Can’t wait to share my news too!
Rev. Suzanne says
Hope you enjoy your time up north. I live in Central Maine and the foliage here this year is beautiful. The crisp frosty morning beacon one to don a sweatshirt and head into the woods for a nature walk. I always pick berries and interesting tree branches for fall decorating.
Wendi says
Hi Rev. Suzanne! I am enjoying my time here. It’s been years since I’ve been up north in the fall, it’s been such a treat. Your area must be magnificent as well. I pictured a morning walks in the crisp air as soon as I read your note 🙂 Love the idea of using branches to decorate for fall. Thanks so much for the inspiration and thanks for your visit!