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Wednesday, May 30, 2012

A SUMMER PLACE




Memorial Day
Remembering all, past and present, who served and are presently serving our great nation!






We decided to spend Memorial Day back at the beach. Here are a few, sorry but quite a few, photographs made over the long holiday weekend. With camera in tow, thought you would enjoy a tour of some more of my favorite escapes. 

Panama City Beach, FL USA






30A
Lush Beach Gardens










Drawings from
Artistic Dining 30A











Beach Art









Beach Vignette Tabletop




 BBQ Ribs for Memorial Day
thanks Jay and Catherine, delicious!




Fun with Mosaics




Thanks if you're still here, hope you enjoyed the beach. I would love to hear how you enjoy spending your vacation.





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39 comments:

  1. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageMay 30, 2012 at 7:33 PM

    Hi Emily,
    What wonderful photos of the beach! Oh, I cannot wait to get there. It will be at least six weeks though unless it warms up. My favourite place to be in the summertime! Thanks for sharing and have a lovely week.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  2. craftylesMay 30, 2012 at 9:27 PM

    Beautiful pictures. Love the beach pics and the vintage toys! Really cute.

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  3. Donna@Conghaile CottageMay 30, 2012 at 11:15 PM

    Your pictures are beautiful!!! I too love the beach, but I head for the north beaches of New England!
    LOVED the vintage toys!!!
    Have a fun,fun week,
    Donna

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  4. thistlewoodfarmMay 31, 2012 at 1:41 AM

    You always have the best pictures! And you always look like you are having fun and enjoying life. What a joy!

    Happy belated Memorial Day to you!
    blessings,
    karianne

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  5. Liz @ Quirky VistasMay 31, 2012 at 5:41 AM

    Oh good! More pics from your trip. I could look at more than that! Some of us love to take trips vicariously. It's a lot cheaper. :) I love all the gardens and beaches and buildings. Such beautiful shots. You have a great eye for photography. I truly enjoy seeing all the sights, artwork, etc. so fun! Thanks for reading and commenting at Quirky Vistas!

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  6. LVMay 31, 2012 at 8:50 AM

    You definitely had a nicer holiday weekend than I did. I truly enjoyed being there with you through your lens.

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  7. Sally Annie MagundyMay 31, 2012 at 9:34 AM

    How wonderful to get a chance away at the seashore! Looks like you had a fun time in the sun.

    Happy Rednesday!

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  8. ★Carol★May 31, 2012 at 12:43 PM

    Our daughter went to PCB last year for spring break, and she loved it! Those gardens are gorgeous, and I love the architecture of the buildings. Looks like you had a fabulous time!
    Happy REDnesday,
    Carol

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  9. Castles Crowns and CottagesMay 31, 2012 at 6:55 PM

    EMILY! I WILL PUT YOU ON MY LIST FOR THE PARIS LINK PARTY!!!!

    I remember you from last year! Oh how fun this will be! MERCI BEAUCOUP! Please take my button and link and let everyone know you will be a part of it! Just get a post ready on JUNE 8 and leave it up for a week and visit the other bloggers as well.

    MERCI BIEN! Anita

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  10. Teacup-In-The-GardenMay 31, 2012 at 11:07 PM

    Great photos! Thanks for sharing!
    Markus

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  11. AnonymousJune 1, 2012 at 8:38 AM

    Loved going to the beach with you! And love your header too. :) We didn't have near as much fun as you....mostly worked in the gardens doing some serious pruning and cutting down some trees but we did have a fabulous Memorial Day family dinner. :) Happy June

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  12. bjJune 1, 2012 at 9:33 AM

    Awesome photos, Emily. I love the beach.
    Living on the plains of West Texas, we are hundreds of miles from any beach. We used to take the kids and grands to the beach in Corpus but it was just too far to continue going. Sure enjoyed it while it lasted, tho. :)

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  13. Ricki TreleavenJune 1, 2012 at 10:40 AM

    Rosemary Beach is so pretty! I love it there. Thanks for sharing your lovely photos with us!

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  14. black eyed susans kitchenJune 1, 2012 at 2:05 PM

    What a wonderful way to spend a holiday Emily! The beach looks beautiful and busy. Those gardens are just divine!!
    ♥, Susan

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  15. mypinkprettiesaboutmeJune 1, 2012 at 3:48 PM

    Fun pics. I hope I get there soon.

    Thx for sharing

    LL

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  16. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageJune 1, 2012 at 4:00 PM

    A perfect place for a holiday or anytime; the beach! Wonderful pictures, Emily, and Happy Pinks! Thanks for your visit and have a lovely weekend.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  17. RobinfromCAJune 1, 2012 at 5:15 PM

    Such fun summer holiday pictures!
    Have a terrific weekend!
    Robin

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  18. SarahJune 1, 2012 at 6:28 PM

    Emily, such fun to spend time at the beach with your sweet Conor. Glad you had a good time. Loved seeing all the images. Thanks for sharing. ~ Sarah

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  19. mypinkprettiesaboutmeJune 1, 2012 at 8:38 PM

    OMG Lady, How fun. I'm so jealous. Great pics

    Thx for sharing

    LL

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  20. J.Rylie.CJune 1, 2012 at 11:02 PM

    Very pretty!

    Come and join me with my Color Connection meme through my PINK entry. Hope you join the fun!

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  21. AnnJune 2, 2012 at 8:16 AM

    What glorious sunny pictures. The white sand looks wonderful, would love to walk in it right now. The lush gardens looks beautiful and all the colors of all the umbrellas so pretty. Thanks for stopping by.
    Ann

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  22. Judy BiggerstaffJune 2, 2012 at 6:54 PM

    Great images of the beach, I haven't to Panama City Beach for a few years so it was memorable seeing your photos.

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  23. Entertaining WomenJune 3, 2012 at 10:23 AM

    Thanks for the trip to the beach. I feel refreshed! Cherry Kay

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  24. Alison @ The PolohouseJune 3, 2012 at 8:29 PM

    Hi Emily!
    Oh the memories you have just brought back to me! I went there for spring break the spring of my freshman year of college in 1981!
    I will never forget the sand ---- snow white --- and as soft as it gets. (Is that were they collected sand for the ashtrays that used to be commonplace!?) I have often wondered that!!!

    These images are so lovely and your sketches are amazing!
    Looks like a wonderful vacation.
    Hope you had time to relax and unwind a bit!

    xoxox
    Alison

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  25. The TablescaperJune 3, 2012 at 9:55 PM

    Looks like a lot of fun! Great to have you be a part of Seasonal Sundays.

    - The Tablescaper

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  26. SmilingSallyJune 4, 2012 at 8:02 AM

    Ah, thanks for sharing your beautiful blues. What a great day you must have had!

    Happy Blue Monday, Emily.

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  27. PieJune 4, 2012 at 8:54 AM

    Beautiful photos.

    My Blue and Mellow Yellow Monday.

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  28. OliveJune 4, 2012 at 4:59 PM

    Hi Emily, that mermaid painting is so sweet. It looks like you had some fun. We are getting away to our beloved mountains soon. hug, olive

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  29. chateau chicJune 4, 2012 at 5:41 PM

    Emily, Your pics are so beautiful. Looks like you had a lovely vacation. We just got back from a week in Ocean City, New Jersey, and enjoyed a relaxing time.
    Mary Alice

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  30. Mary @ Sea QuiltsJune 4, 2012 at 6:18 PM

    Beautiful photos of the beach! The colors are exquisite.

    Thanks for the peek ~
    Mary

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  31. joyh82June 4, 2012 at 7:00 PM

    Wonderful pictures! Happy Blue Monday :) I wish I was on a beach someplace. I need a vaca.

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  32. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeJune 4, 2012 at 8:40 PM

    Wow, everything looks lovely and the ribs YUMMY! What a wonderful place to take a vacation!

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  33. Chubskulit RoseJune 4, 2012 at 11:09 PM

    Delightful captures.

    My BLUE, have a nice week ahead.

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  34. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeJune 5, 2012 at 8:43 AM

    Oh my, fantastic pics. I would love to be at the beach. I love all the beautiful architecture and that chair is crazy cute. Great tray vignette too with the shell balls. Thanks tons for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty

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  35. Chubby ChiequeJune 5, 2012 at 3:00 PM

    I am so envious... OMG! beach, sun and sun? That's amazing.
    Just think, I am an exotic girl and living in a very cold country, how come?

    So, seeing sunny and warm days, makes me drool. Lovely post.

    Happy mid-week & greetings from rainy Stockholm,
    /CC

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  36. Leah H.June 5, 2012 at 9:42 PM

    Wow, so many BLUES!

    Visiting for Blue Monday- hope you can stop by:)

    http://www.cassandrasminicorner.com/2012/06/citizens-bank-pin.html

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  37. DianneJune 5, 2012 at 10:31 PM

    I love the homes!
    and the beach scenes!!
    the umbrella shot is fantastic

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  38. Castles Crowns and CottagesJune 6, 2012 at 5:08 AM

    Oh Emily, how these photos are so stunning! THANK YOU FOR STOPPING BY and yes, Friday will begin a whole week of FUN IN PARIS! I am so happy that you have come back to participate this year! ENJOY YOUR DAY! I know I will; today is the LAST DAY OF SCHOOL!!!!!!!

    BISES, Anita

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  39. Liz @ the Brambleberry CottageJune 6, 2012 at 8:05 PM

    All those lovely images say "have some fun in the sun"! ;)

    Thanks for sharing at Time Travel Thursday. Hope to see you again this week. And be sure to stop back by on Thursday for the details of my latest giveaway.

    Blessings,
    Liz @ The Brambleberry Cottage

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