No,
I haven't taken a fall
in the dining room...at least, not yet.
Because we are staying
at home more these days,
I feel we should make our homes
as comfortable as we can.
When the weather changes and
we become more inclined to tuck in,
that is when the comfort comes out.
Whether you decorate in all white,
the softer tones of fall,
or the brighter and more
earthy colors of the season,
let comfort be your guide and
then sit back and enjoy
all that you have accomplished.
It so happens
that the dining room is
the only room left in the Cottage
that still has plans
for some autumn decorations so,
I guess,
you are stuck with
seeing the preparations
this week.
As you walk into the Cottage,
you are surrounded by cooler colors
with the use of blue.
Because there is no central hall,
you must walk through each room
to get to another.
The dining room seems to be
at the heart of the home,
as it is right in the middle.
I don't know if that is the reason,
but it is here
that the fall colors, of my choice, seem
to come together.
This was not a proper plan,
it is just how it turned out.
I didn't actually forget
to take some Christmas decor
down from last year.
I just decided that
since the dining room always seems
to have her
patriotic spirit showing
during the holidays
that she should carry on
throughout the year.
I also think
the Santas are pretty darn cute and
deserve to be seen
for awhile longer...
...right along with
Bitty Morsel and Gertie
who are still, today and everyday,
filling their wagon
with their wares
for the good of all.
As long as we are discussing
Bitty and Gertie,
I have been racking my brain
to think if the Cottage Witch
will make the journey
here to the Cottage this year.
I don't think she will
as when you are over 200 years old
you shouldn't be exposing yourself
to what is going on now.
That would be what is called
a pre-existing condition!
I know for a fact
that there will be no
trick or treating here
this year either.
Even though,
during the day,
there is still sunlight reflecting
through the lace curtains...
...the Cottage will remain dark.
I feel so badly for the little kids
but if my kids were of that age,
I wouldn't want them
going to strange houses at this time.
In my opinion
there are times when
the adults have to take charge and
this should be one of those times.
The old settle bench
sits proudly displaying
a collection of dried gatherings and
bright pillows
highlighted by the reflection
of candle light...
...and as the limelight hydrangeas
are ripe for picking they,
and some dried pieces,
fill a spongeware pitcher
in front of
the window.
A collection of hutches,
big and small,
show off their
autumn finery.
The table is done
in a more simple style.
As there will be
no family gathering here this year,
the fall garland
can take up as much space as it wants...
...along with some dried flowers
from last year and
a sprinkling of tiny candles.
The yarn and twig wreath
just doesn't seem the same
without the addition of autumn leaves,
so same idea,
different leaves
this time.
Enjoy nicer weather,
if you are lucky enough to have it and
I will leave you with
these thoughts...
...two
peaceful puppies
enjoying...
Keep in mind that now,
more than ever,
you need to protect yourself
against Covid-19.
If you are unfortunate enough
to get sick,
than you could more than likely
be considered
as having a pre-existing condition and
this is not being said
as a scare tactic,
it is a very
real possibility.
SO,
Be Smart.
Stay Well.
Wear a mask
and
***VOTE***
...Judy...
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