Lara's Southern Porch Party & Poetry

[Mizmo]

My first house had a front porch....lovely in warm summer evenings.
Neighbours would come for chit chat . Missed that for a long time after we moved

even the cats..example I found...

 

[Mizmo]

Reminded me also of this poem.. had it on file for years..read it occasionally..
Take the time......

 

[Lara]

 

[Meanderer]

This Diner has the 'feel' of a porch..........

Joey and Rory sing "That's Important to Me"

 

[Lara]

Thank you Meanderer. I never heard that one and it gave me peace and joy just listening to it during the sunrise this morning.

 

[timoc]

Do you have a very large fridge full of ice cream on your porch, Lara, if yes, I'll be round later.

 

[RadishRose]

Do you have a very large fridge full of ice cream on your porch, Lara, if yes, I'll be round later.

Tim, if you eat a very large fridge full of ice cream, you will be "round" later.

 

[Lara]

haha @RadishRose Very clever response to @timoc

YES timoc ! You asked the right Southern NC gal...Made right here in North Carolina even!
I have your favorite. I'm guessing "Sweetie Tea"...just sounds like you

"Treat yourself to some Southern Hospitality"

 

[Pappy]

 

[RadishRose]

 

[timoc]

haha @RadishRose Very clever response to @timoc

YES timoc ! You asked the right Southern NC gal...Made right here in North Carolina even!
I have your favorite. I'm guessing "Sweetie Tea"...just sounds like you

"Treat yourself to some Southern Hospitality"

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"Mmmmm, looks wonderful, Lara, my tongue has gone into overdrive licking my lips, I'm developing 'segs'."

 

[Lara]

This is my "southern porch" dream, "soon" to come true. I just now found this painting online. I've waited almost 2 years (labor and supply shortages) for the completion of my forever beach home...only steps to the beach. My son-in-law just finished the railings around the decks and the railings look just like this one. Someday it will belong to my children. They've told me that they don't plan to sell it but plan to share vacation time and family reunions together.

John Michael Carter...Impressionist Figurative Painter

 

[RadishRose]

This is my "southern porch" dream, "soon" to come true. I just now found this painting online. I've waited almost 2 years (labor and supply shortages) for the completion of my forever beach home...only steps to the beach. My son-in-law just finished the railings around the decks and the railings look just like this one. Someday it will belong to my children. They've told me that they don't plan to sell it but plan to share vacation time and family reunions together.

John Michael Carter...Impressionist Figurative Painter
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I can't wait to move in. I mean....YOU...to move in, hahaha. Seriously, I'm excited for you; it's been a long wait.

 

[Lara]

I can't wait to move in. I mean....YOU...to move in, hahaha. Seriously, I'm excited for you; it's been a long wait.

I'll PM you a photo of the progress on the outside. The inside still has work to be done.

 

[Meanderer]

 

[Lara]

Thank you, @Meanderer
As the Southerners say...The world has gone a little Cattywampus
No worries, God's perfect timing will be worth the wait

 

[PamfromTx]

Tim, if you eat a very large fridge full of ice cream, you will be "round" later.

And you'll be rolling around the porch, Tim.

 

[Pappy]

A real old porch party. Lots of great aunts, uncles and cousins of mine.

 

[Meanderer]

Robert Earl Keen stopped by the Southern Living offices for a session of Biscuits and Jam. He answered a few questions and played "The Front Porch Song", written with Lyle Lovett.

 

[Lara]

I finally moved into my forever home and will post pics of my porch
as soon as I warm it up a bit with some furniture and plants.
It overlooks the ocean and my back yard. There's a lot to do still...baby steps.

 

[Jamala]

I finally moved into my forever home and will post pics of my porch
as soon as I warm it up a bit with some furniture and plants.
It overlooks the ocean and my back yard. There's a lot to do still...baby steps.

Congratulations Lara…
May your new home know joy.
May every room hold laughter and..
May your new porch be open to great possibilities

 

[hearlady]

Congratulations! It sounds wonderful! 🏖

 

[RadishRose]

I'm happy for you Lara. May your new home bring you delight and comfort. Can't wait to see your porch.

 

[Lara]

Thank you all for your thoughtful replies and reactions. Every post means so much to me. They are all so sweet and kind. You are dear dear friends.

 

[Shalimar]

Thank you all for your thoughtful replies and reactions. Every post means so much to me. They are all so sweet and kind. You are dear dear friends.

I can’t think of a more deserving person to live in such a peaceful paradise. Blessings to you, and all your loved ones, people and pets. What wonderful memories will be made.