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June 1, 2012 By Shirley

"Nothing could be finer…."

One of my mom’s favorite songs…..

……….CAROLINA IN THE MORNING….

Especially when sang by the late Judy Garland.

I used to sing it along with her…..

……….Never in my wildest of dreams did I think….

that I would be living in “Carolina”…..

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NOTHING COULD BE FINER…

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THAN TO BE IN CAROLINA…

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IN THE MORNING.

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WHERE THE MORNING GLORIES (disguised as hydrangeas)

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TWINE AROUND THE DOOR…

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WHISPERING PRETTY STORIES..

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I LONG TO HEAR….

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ONCE MORE….

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STROLLING WITH MY GIRLIE…

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WHERE THE DEW IS…

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PEARLY EARLY…

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IN THE MORNING.

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BUTTERFLIES ALL FLUTTER UP…

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AND KISS EACH LITTLE BUTTERCUP…

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AT DAWNING.

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IF I HAD ALADDIN’S LAMP

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FOR ONLY A DAY…

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I’D MAKE A WISH..

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AND HERE’S WHAT I SAY.

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NOTHING COULD BE FINER..

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THAN TO BE…

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IN CAROLINA…

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IN THE MORNING!

I am joining:

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  1. Anne says

    June 1, 2012 at 2:26 pm

    Judy Garland sang “strolling with my girlie”????!! I’m surprised the censors didn’t catch that! lol

    Love your “morning glories” – the blue is so deep and I love that there are a few pink florets here and there. Such a beautiful place Shirley! xox

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  2. Pinky says

    June 1, 2012 at 2:32 pm

    Your home is absolutely GORGEOUS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I would LOVE to be in Carolina in the morning, noon and night!!!!!!!!!!! Will never happen though so keep posting:):):) XO, Pinky

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  3. Rebecca says

    June 1, 2012 at 2:38 pm

    So when can I move in? ๐Ÿ™‚ Stunning landscaping!

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  4. Karen Albert says

    June 1, 2012 at 2:49 pm

    Oh your flowers are so stunning works of nature. The hydrangeas,, if only I could grow them here in Kansas City!

    Xoxo
    Karena
    Art by Karena

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  5. creativehome8 says

    June 1, 2012 at 2:58 pm

    Your garden is looking lovely, Shirley! I remember that song. My parents had a Mitch Miller{?} album a long time ago and when we were kids, we used to put it on and sing those songs. I remember the album had the words to the songs inside and we would pull it out and sing along.

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  6. Sarah says

    June 1, 2012 at 3:02 pm

    What a lovely garden. I’d like to be enjoying my morning coffee rocking on your porch looking out to all this beauty. You’ll have me singing this song all day! ๐Ÿ˜‰

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  7. Amy@BuffaloRoam says

    June 1, 2012 at 3:13 pm

    Absolutely loved this post! Gorgeous home, gorgeous pictures. I could spend all day on that porch humming that tune. ๐Ÿ™‚

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  8. Cloches & Lavender says

    June 1, 2012 at 3:24 pm

    Loevely post. The poch is fantastic. The plants and everything else are beautiful. I just love your home.

    I won’t be able to get that song out of my head all day now. LOL.

    Cynthia

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  9. Connie Bishop says

    June 1, 2012 at 3:53 pm

    What wonderful fun ….your beautiful flowers set to music. Remember that old song so well.

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  10. Karah @ thespacebetweenblog says

    June 1, 2012 at 6:09 pm

    I have total hydrangea envy!! So amazingly beautiful. ๐Ÿ™‚

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  11. Betsy Crittenden says

    June 1, 2012 at 6:13 pm

    I’m so envious! I have hydrangeas but mine don’t look like that! What does Tommy feed them? Your photography is really good!

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  12. Gretchen Gerg says

    June 1, 2012 at 6:22 pm

    Your porches are just lovely. They make me want to grab a chair and rock the day away.

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  13. Shenita says

    June 1, 2012 at 6:26 pm

    Shirley, every time I see images of your porch, I just want to pull up a chair and have a glass of sweet tea! The hydrangeas are just gorgeous; and you’ve inspired me to add some hanging ferns to my outdoor space! Nothing could be finer!! LOL!

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  14. thistlewoodfarm says

    June 1, 2012 at 6:30 pm

    Shirley,

    Your hydrangeas are amazing! And I would sing right along…..if I wouldn’t scare all the birds away ๐Ÿ™‚ I love this post….absolutely beautiful.

    blessings,
    karianne

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  15. thistlewoodfarm says

    June 1, 2012 at 6:33 pm

    Shirley,

    Your hydrangeas are so beautiful! I would sing along…..but I think I might scare off the birds! This stroll through your garden was amazing!

    Have a wonderful day!

    blessings,
    karianne

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  16. Whitney @ Drab to Fab Design says

    June 1, 2012 at 6:47 pm

    I LOVE your hydrangeas!! I want to get some asap! Your home is so lovely!

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  17. Sandra White says

    June 1, 2012 at 7:08 pm

    Beautiful flowers, beautiful home, filled with so much love and care. How gorgeous. Photography is wonderful.

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  18. Donnamae says

    June 1, 2012 at 9:12 pm

    Oh how fun! I sang right along…your yard is absolutely stunning! What a cute idea! Thanks!

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  19. Liz @ A Dish Here, A Glass There says

    June 1, 2012 at 10:15 pm

    Ahh, love it! Your hydrangeas look super! They love the soil! Now I have that song in my head!
    Your porch is fabulous! I love all those hanging ferns! Wonderful setting!

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  20. Yvonne @ StoneGable says

    June 1, 2012 at 10:21 pm

    What a GORGEOUS home, Shirley! You have it so beautiful appointed! Aren’t hydrangeas the most wonderful bushes. Yours are so pretty against the color of your home!!!! What inspiration!

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  21. Olive says

    June 1, 2012 at 11:48 pm

    Your gardens are splendid.

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  22. Marty@A Stroll thru Life says

    June 2, 2012 at 12:43 am

    So beautiful. I love your gardens and your hydrangeas are stunning. Sure wish they grew in the desert. Hugs, Marty

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  23. bonnie says

    June 2, 2012 at 10:55 am

    Cute!!

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  24. The Tablescaper says

    June 2, 2012 at 12:32 pm

    Your home is magnificent. Everything looks gorgeous.

    – The Tablescaper

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  25. Rosewalk Cottage says

    June 2, 2012 at 1:37 pm

    gorgeous post! I love your beautiful Hydrangeas.
    ~Clara

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  26. Kelly says

    June 2, 2012 at 3:04 pm

    This is such a cute post! Makes me want to be in Carolina too! Love how pretty your porches look and all your flowers. Your hydrangeas are wonderfully full and colorful! Lucky you!

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  27. Kim Hites says

    June 2, 2012 at 5:47 pm

    Oh, Shirley, you have lots of hydrangeas, too. I love them. I love your house and that welcoming large porch!

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  28. andrea says

    June 3, 2012 at 1:07 am

    Man, everyone at this party has KILLER hydrangeas! Mine haven’t even bloomed yet. Now, yes I’m from teh north, but seriously… I’m JEAL over those huge beautiful blooms! Gorgeous!

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  29. Savannah Granny says

    June 3, 2012 at 2:52 am

    Shirley, Your gardens are so lovely. The hydrangeas are stunning. They are one of my favorite flowers. Everythings looks so well groomed and healthy. I can see I need to get to work.
    xo, Ginger

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  30. Suzy @ Worthing Court says

    June 3, 2012 at 11:05 am

    I was happily singing that song in my head while perusing your beautiful images. What a truly beautiful Carolina yard you have!

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  31. pstandley says

    June 3, 2012 at 9:58 pm

    what a beautiful documentation of your gorgeous NC backyard. I can’t get over those hydrangeas! I love all of your yard art mingling within the plants and shrubs. Thx for sharing.

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  32. Ricki Jill Treleaven says

    June 4, 2012 at 12:12 am

    Wow, I love your brick front porch and landscaping! Your home is so welcoming!

    Linking from The Polo House,
    Ricki Jill

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  33. Barbara Bussey says

    June 4, 2012 at 2:04 am

    Looking pretty! Looks like you’ve been keeping busy…somebody has been taking care of business! My hydrangeas are just starting to pop! Love it!

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  34. Jane says

    June 4, 2012 at 11:35 am

    Your yard is spectacular with all your personal touches. The mornings in Carolina this past weekend have been “fine.”

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  35. Katherines Corner says

    June 4, 2012 at 3:26 pm

    So beautiful, and now I have that song in my head, giggle. Hugs and wishes for a beautiful week ahead. P.S. every time I see a pineapple figurine or paintings, etc I think of you!

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  36. Mary says

    June 5, 2012 at 12:01 pm

    Shirley~ I second that sentiment only they would be a little finer without July’s & August’s humidity to look forward to ๐Ÿ™‚ I could rock away for hours on your wonderful porch enjoying the flowers and gorgeous hydrangeas!

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  37. Heidi McCarty Milton says

    June 5, 2012 at 12:27 pm

    Beautiful, just beautiful. Mind if I pop over for a glass of wine on your back porch?? ๐Ÿ™‚

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  38. Pat@BPM says

    June 5, 2012 at 1:17 pm

    Your porch and gardens are beautiful, Shirley. Love the view of the back of your home!

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  39. Sweet Posy Dreams says

    June 5, 2012 at 5:06 pm

    What a lovely view and such pretty hydrangeas!

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  40. Maria says

    June 13, 2012 at 3:42 pm

    Your porch and Hydrangea are simply gorgeous!

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  41. homastyle says

    June 13, 2012 at 4:01 pm

    Very well done! I would take hydrangeas over morning glories any day. You can see our cabin porch here http://homastyle.com/wp/?p=2918.
    Your pictures are so beautiful!

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  42. homastyle says

    June 13, 2012 at 4:03 pm

    Thank you for letting us spend time on your colorful porch. Well done.

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  43. homastyle says

    June 13, 2012 at 5:52 pm

    Thanks for sharing and linking today @homastyle.

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  44. Katherine Yellow Rose Arbor says

    June 14, 2012 at 2:21 am

    I enjoy your blog so much! I’m joining in your porch party this time! Thanks for hosting!

    Lots of fun!

    Katherine

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  45. Katherine Yellow Rose Arbor says

    June 14, 2012 at 2:25 am

    Ooops, I thought I was posting to Rhoda’s blog! Sorry, I just returned from a long trip and I’m still a little wacky!!

    I love your house and porch! Just gorgeous! Thanks for sharing!

    Katherine

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  46. Tardevil says

    June 16, 2012 at 4:14 am

    I think I learned that song in school when I was in first grade. Your flowers are gorgeous! I have a bowling ball (crazy, I know) in my flowers that looks almost like that blue orb you have in your flower bed. Love the blues!

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Hi I’m Shirley and I am here to share my love of classic interiors, french country style, my passion for flowers and making our home, The Hickory Cottage, a warm and hospitable home for family and friends.

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