Last evening, we had a very informal neighborhood cookout. Eddie and Paul cooked brisket and pork on the grill, Millie supplied slaw, Paul made beans and dirty rice, and I made a strawberry cake (photo at right). We gathered in Paul's driveway to eat, visit, and have a good time. Present were Vann and I (me?), Paul (Karen's in Italy with her daughter and granddaughter), Millie, Eddie, Brook, Hunter, Hunter's friend Trey, Alec, Nolan, Millie's mom Helen, Sophie, and Tiny. Fred and Murphy (Bassett Hound) stopped by for a chat. Below are a few photos of the event.
I've decided to take part in the 3rd Annual Cottage Charm Giveaway, hosted by Kim at One Woman's Cottage Life.
My giveaways (shown below) consist of two vintage framed crewel pieces and a small (about 32" x 32") vintage embroidered linen table topper. The embroidered bonnet and flowers appear in each corner of the topper.I will give these away to two different
people. The first name drawn will get to choose which she/he wants. To have your name entered in my drawings, just leave a comment to this post. And be sure to click on the red Cottage Charm Giveaway buttom above to see lots of other great giveaways.
All Cottage Charm giveaway drawings, including this one, will take place on May 30.
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On 05/25/2009, Connie W said ...
The pictures are great and that dessert looks wonderful. I'm with you, hot weather and I don't agree much of the time, and I actually like fall and winter. I do enjoy summertime things, as you do, and the warm weather is great until the beastly heat + humidity sets in and stays too long.
On 05/25/2009, Clare said ...
It sounds like a wonderful night. I actually like summer, but I do not have to deal with much humidity here. I have to say - Murphy is adorable.
On 05/25/2009, Lavender Dreams said ...
Looks like fun! I make a picnic dinner even when it is just the two of us. I love to celebrate!
On 05/25/2009, Daisy Cottage said ...
These are the sweetest things that you've chosen to give away, but of course they are because they are a reflection of YOU. Please count me in.
Love,
Kim
On 05/25/2009, Mary on Lake Pulaski said ...
I wish my neighborhood would get together like that - looks like so much fun.
On 05/25/2009, Susan said ...
Very sweet!
On 05/25/2009, Esther said ...
Very sweet giveaway! I'm with you on the heat of summer..wish it would stay about 70 all year long. Warm wishes, Esther
On 05/25/2009, Diana Napier said ...
Very cute cake and thanks for having a giveaway.
On 05/25/2009, milli wagoner said ...
Oh, what fun! Such sweet gifts in your giveaway! Have a great day!
Milli (sashagirl on flickr)
On 05/25/2009, Kim said ...
Oh, how nice. You have really nice neighbors. I am with you....I do not like the heat. I live in FL and the weather is beautiful here eight months of the year. Summer for me is like winter up north :)
On 05/25/2009, Cindi said ...
Happy Memorial Day! It has been pouring rain here today off and on. I collect various vintage framed needlework! Please enter me in your delightful giveaway drawing.
Many thanks.....Cindi
On 05/25/2009, sue said ...
Love all the embroidery! Please enter me in your vintage give away .
Thank You, Sue
On 05/25/2009, Linda Witte said ...
Please enter me!!
I am also in the giveaway, so please sign up,.
Warm Hugs,
Linda
myshabbyrosecottage@gmail.com
On 05/25/2009, Marie said ...
Thank you for the chance to win this sweet giveaway!
Blessings,
Marie
blog: http://emmacallsmemama.com
email: marie@waltercom.com
On 05/25/2009, Barbara Anne said ...
What a wonderful way to welcome summer! I could do without the heat, too, BTW.
Oh, the pictures of Murphy make me miss our dearly departed Basset, Daisy. Sigh!
I think I won't enter any give-away as sweet as the items are because I have too much stuff. Thank you, though!
Hugs!
On 05/25/2009, Rhondi said ...
Such a sweet giveaway. Please add my name. Thanks!
On 05/25/2009, Caroll said ...
Wonderful giveaway! Please enter me.
On 05/25/2009, Trudy Neill of Windemere Farm said ...
Hi Susan...love all the photos of recent days that you have posted. Happy Memorial Day to you as well. Been busy here planting and going to market on Saturdays once again. Please count me in on your drawing. Prayers continued for you and Vann.
Trudy
On 05/25/2009, Jeanne said ...
Hi Susan, Love your wonderful family and friends post today. Especially the basset hound. The pics tell a story of a great time together. My sister always makes that cake. Mmmmmm.
We will be leaving my in-laws home tomorrow for the Colorado mountains. Heaven knows when we will have service again. I'll post and visit when I can.
Hugs, Jeanne
On 05/26/2009, Jody said ...
What a darling giveaway. Please count me in. Thanks for your participation and generosity.
Jody
visionquest2020@msn.com
On 05/26/2009, Kristine said ...
Me, summer and hot flashes are a terrible combination! We're doing our little cookout tomorrow, pray we don't get rained out.
The strawberry cake looked yummy.
On 05/26/2009, Kathy said ...
We had our first BBQ yesterday, love this time of year. Please add my name to the giveaway, thank you.
Kathy
On 05/26/2009, Michele said ...
Love that cake you made!! It looks delish! Would love to be entered into your giveaway please! Love items!
Thanks so much!!
Michele R.(CA)
luvkittysmeowmail@gmail.com
Butterfly Whispers
On 05/26/2009, Diane Pierce said ...
What "charming" gifts. Please enter me. dpierce2007@comcast.net
On 05/26/2009, Joan said ...
Mmmmm that cakes looks very yummy Susan
On 05/26/2009, Lisa said ...
What a fun family day! Thanks for sharing!
Your offering for the giveaway is fantastic!
Thanks for the chance!
Hugs, Lisa
On 05/26/2009, Ashleigh C. said ...
Wish I could have walked down but I did not want to spead my germs. I came down with a sore throat friday night and it got worse over the weekend :(
I'm sure y'all had a good time maybe next time for me :D
On 05/26/2009, Valerie said ...
*** don't count me in because I live overseas (but I'll be in your country on the Independence Day & for two weeks !) but I just wanted to say how good it felt to see such happy pictures ! ***
On 05/26/2009, kimberly h said ...
That's the sweetest bonnet.enter me please !!!
sweethollycottage(at)charter(dot)net
On 05/26/2009, Laura Ingalls Gunn said ...
What a great gathering!
Your giveaway is wonderful! My fingers are crossed! Please enter my giveaway as well.
On 05/26/2009, Ginny said ...
Looks like a fun day. My 7 year old ended up getting really sick, so hubby had to leave the beach super early. Oh well,what can you do? Great giveaway, count me in!
On 05/26/2009, Lolly Busey said ...
Wow! Count me in, please! I love the crewel embroidery! Now I am off to take a peek at your blog! It looks great!
~Lolly
On 05/26/2009, Trish said ...
The cake looks awesome!! Love your giveaway too!
On 05/26/2009, Nancy said ...
What a fun family day! I love summer. I'd love to be part of your giveaway. Thanks! Nancy
On 05/26/2009, tammy Thomas said ...
the neighborhood get together sounds like fun! I'd love that table topper, please enter me.
ourfamily @ frontiernet.net
On 05/27/2009, Marilyn said ...
How pretty! I'd love to be entered in your giveaway and be sure and visit my blog and get in on my giveaway, also.
Marilyn in NM
On 05/27/2009, Brenda said ...
Lovely giveaway, and your cake looks Yummy!
hugs
Brenda
On 05/27/2009, kelly said ...
Beautiful. I bought something similar at an estate sale and love them. I surely hope I win. BTW, wish I lived in your neighborhood.
kell1784@bellsouth.net
On 05/27/2009, jacque said ...
Looks like you had a fun cookout! That strawberry cake looks so YUMMY! Great giveaway too! Thanks jacquecurl1@gmail.com
On 05/27/2009, Michelle said ...
I enjoy your blog very much. Thanks for having such a wonderful giveaway. I love the bonnet. One day when I have time- haha- I simply must get back into hand embroidery. It was the first "craft" I learned to do as a child.
On 05/27/2009, Page said ...
I LOVE the table topper! My grandmother used to do embroidery like that and it is my absolute favorite. Thank you for a GREAT giveaway.
On 05/27/2009, Tina said ...
Please enter my name into your drawing. Thanks tlpmcn@yahoo.com
On 05/28/2009, Cat said ...
Lovely giveaway.. Enter me Please..
On 05/28/2009, karla nathan said ...
Lovely!
On 05/28/2009, Peggy said ...
love vintage linens
Peggy
On 05/28/2009, Jean Eakin said ...
Beautiful needlework, Please enter me for the lovely drawing.
Jean in Virginia
JCEBASKETS@cox.net
On 05/28/2009, Carolyn Barnett said ...
What an interesting site.I just had to subscribe.Thanks for the chance.
carolynishis
carolynishis@gmail.com
On 05/29/2009, Debbi said ...
It's a lovely giveaway. Thanks for participating in the fun Debbi
faustx2@yahoo.com
On 05/29/2009, Tami Hozempa said ...
Really sweet giveaway!
Tami=)
simplytami2@hotmail.om
On 05/29/2009, chrisitne said ...
Looks like you had a great time at your family gathering. I would love to be entered for a chance to win these lovlies. I hope you checked mine out!
Blessings,
Christine
On 05/29/2009, Joy said ...
Oh, please add my name to the hat! :o)
autumnsensation@yahoo.com
On 05/29/2009, Elaine said ...
Lovely prizes. Please enter me in the giveaway.
On 05/29/2009, Irma's Rose Cottage said ...
What a lovely giveaway! Please enter me.
Hugs :)
Irma
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