Saturday, June 20, 2009

Cabin by Candlelight

So I leave for the cabin before Greg (he had to work later and pick up my stepson.) It's a gloomy day up north - it's been raining on and off. Perfect for some candles - right?!


So I set out some of my 4th of July decorations, light my lanterns....


Then I light candles around the cabin, turn on the fireplace, etc. Sounds pretty romantic - right?


Greg walks in and sees all my glowing candles and says "Oh, did we have a power outage?"

Geeez!!!!

P.S. Kohls has 40% off of all their 4th of July decor!
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35 comments:

  1. Sandi KeeneJune 20, 2009 at 12:18 PM

    Too funny - and so like a guy! Cabin looks gorgeous.

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  2. WildflowerhouseJune 20, 2009 at 1:34 PM

    Typical man! Sharon

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  3. Catherine HolmanJune 20, 2009 at 1:39 PM

    Guys; what can we say! Love your decorations.
    Hugs,
    Cathie

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  4. Coralie Cederna JohnsonJune 20, 2009 at 2:09 PM

    Oh too funny! The room looks so cozy with the soft light, perfect for relaxing or a little romance. (You might have to point that out. Ha!)

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  5. Betsy Banks AdamsJune 20, 2009 at 2:21 PM

    Typical man, Shell. George would come in and say, "Are you trying to burn the house down?" ha ha ha

    Hope you enjoy your weekend and see lots of loons.

    Just think---it's not long 'til you get your baby.... Yeah Rah.
    Love you too,
    Bets

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  6. MadisonJune 20, 2009 at 3:11 PM

    Just like something my dad would say!LOL Have a great week!!!

    Love, Madison

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  7. AnonymousJune 20, 2009 at 3:38 PM

    Looks so inviting...I just need a good book and a hot cup of tea...

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  8. AnonymousJune 20, 2009 at 3:46 PM

    That looks so cosy Shelley!

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  9. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsJune 20, 2009 at 3:49 PM

    LOL! Men....Your room looks so cozy. Perfect for a rainy evening.

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  10. GeorgeJune 20, 2009 at 3:59 PM

    I'm not sure a power failure is the first thing I would think of after seeing your cabin like this. Definitely very welcoming.

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  11. Rural RamblerJune 20, 2009 at 5:00 PM

    It's a guy thing!
    Your cabin looks cozy and festive-beautiful...
    Enjoy your weekend Shelley!

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  12. The Three Little BearsJune 20, 2009 at 5:09 PM

    I busted out laughing! My husband would have said the same thing. The next thing he would have said following that would have been... "well, shouldn't we save them for when we DO?"

    Sheesh.

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  13. joatedJune 20, 2009 at 5:31 PM

    Just shows he's a practical sort of guy.

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  14. UnknownJune 20, 2009 at 8:12 PM

    Cute decor! 4th of July? Geesh, seems hard to believe hey with this fall like weather. This week is looking up though.
    I love Kohls! I need to get over to Gaylord soon.
    Old Navy, Bath & Body Works, Lowes, Spuds.......

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  15. Jane In The JungleJune 20, 2009 at 10:07 PM

    That is exactly what mine would say too.....and he works for the power company!!
    LOVE candles!!

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  16. Busy Bee SuzJune 20, 2009 at 10:10 PM

    He is such a man. they will never understand. :)
    have fun!!

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  17. Dawn MarieJune 20, 2009 at 11:03 PM

    hahaha typical man! Your cabin looks so cozy and warm. Your so blessed!!!! I will have to check out Kohl's 4th of July decor tomorrow. I'm putting out my 4th stuff tomorrow.

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  18. CarolJune 20, 2009 at 11:26 PM

    So FUNNY! Sometimes a man can't see the forest for the trees!
    Your 4th of July decorations are great.

    Hugs,
    Carol

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  19. ♥Mimi♥June 21, 2009 at 12:32 AM

    You sure married a romantic☺

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  20. Something Nice and PrettyJune 21, 2009 at 7:36 AM

    Hi Shelley,
    Just like Stush...I bought a clock for the mantel on Friday and put it there, Stush hasn't noticed it yet and today's Sunday.LOL

    The table looks so nice, love the placemats:)
    Rondell

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  21. DebbieJune 21, 2009 at 8:44 AM

    That was so funny. Sounds like something my husband would say.

    Debbie

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  22. Sandy@American Way FarmJune 21, 2009 at 11:44 AM

    Yup, that's a guy for ya!

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  23. CarolineJune 21, 2009 at 10:13 PM

    Men....Don't you love them.

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  24. reliv4lifeJune 21, 2009 at 11:42 PM

    LOL!!! that is classic!

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  25. Tammy ~ Country Girl at Home ~June 22, 2009 at 12:55 AM

    Such a romantic greeting! :)
    Your decor looks nice though...love a home lit with candles! I love the glow and the smell!

    Have a great week, Shelley!
    Tammy

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  26. Cedar ...June 22, 2009 at 6:33 AM

    typical guy! I'm still grinning. Cabin looked lovely, in case he didn't notice! hee hee.....

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  27. Just a little something from JudyJune 22, 2009 at 8:47 AM

    Perfect, cozy, inviting mountain cabin, and down in his heart I know he loves it. It seems that they just need to say something of that nature. The first time my husband walked onto our porch with all of the candles lit, he said it looked like a stadium. He was used to sitting on the porch in the darkness. I like your July 4th touches and love the candles.

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  28. ConstanceJune 22, 2009 at 9:03 AM

    me and KOHL's we got it goin' on! Love that store! Just got home from my trip to Missouri and helping out with the grands. I need a vacation now!

    I'll bet you can't wait until you get to bring Scout home. We watched "Marley & Me' last night and I cried like a baby! You know that "ugly cry"? Yeah, that's the one!
    Connie

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  29. rosemarieJune 22, 2009 at 9:21 AM

    the guys just dont get it...lol i have alot of 4th of july stuff,being its my birthday,and my friends and family seem to buy me more 4th of july stuff..love your cabin..

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  30. AnonymousJune 22, 2009 at 10:05 AM

    LOL... Now that's something my hubby would say! I love all of your decorations. They are so pretty. And the fireplace in your log cabin... sigh... It's perfect. I use tea lights a lot too. They are so pretty and always give any room that special glow. I hope you have a great day!...

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  31. Joy ~ Doodlebug ~June 22, 2009 at 1:54 PM

    Men.......LOL!!!!!!!!! I love the decor`, though!!!!!!

    Love, Joy =D

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  32. JenJune 22, 2009 at 4:07 PM

    I'd love to stay and chat, but i hear Kohl's calling my name....

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  33. LeedraJune 22, 2009 at 4:36 PM

    Greg might not have said that if he wasn't bringing in his son with him. BTW, watched On Golden Pond yesterday. Looked at those loons differently than the last time I watched the movie. Do they really let you know when the rain in coming?

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  34. The Retired OneJune 22, 2009 at 8:27 PM

    So you didn't say: "Let's lay down and talk about it?"
    HA

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  35. AnonymousJune 23, 2009 at 10:53 AM

    MEN!!! Your cabin is so picturesque Shelley. You are really talented at making it look so warm and inviting.

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