Arbor House Lane: Dressed for Parties

I hope everyone is having a lovely summer!

I have been busy as I am sure many of you at this time of year.

Lots of baseball, swimming, gardening and birthday planning.

I thought I would share some photos of my home as I took them just minutes before my guests arrived for our annual 4th of July party and my son's birthday.

I literally cut these roses earlier that morning.

I love the combination of all the different colors of roses.

Look Sara, I made my 4th decoration.

The little piece of wood I bought while on vacation with my girlfriend and I had this final picture in mind.? I am so glad it turned out perfect.

The dinning room is one of my favorite rooms in my home,

?sadly to say it also one of the most unused rooms.?

?But, it still looks pretty waiting.

Here is the cabinet that I finally finished painting with the chalk paint.

I did wax it with clear wax but no distressing, daily life with three children will take car of that.

Here is a peak at the new fire pit area, it is just beyond the path leading from?the brick patio.

We had a wonderful day!

The weather was perfect, the food was plentiful and the air was filled with laughter.?

Family parties just can't be beat!

I am happy to be joining?Debra at Common Ground for Vintage?Inspiration Friday.

?Make sure to stop by and visit these lovely blogs for?inspiration.

I want to thank everyone who stops by and?have a wonderful weekend.

Source: http://arborhouselane.blogspot.com/2011/07/dressed-for-parties.html

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