Tuesday, June 19, 2012

What I'm Reading

Hello everyone!

Just thought I'd pop in today with a little reading inspiration. 

But first, did everyone have a good Father's Day?  We celebrated at my husband's favorite restaurant with his parents on Friday night.  Then Sunday morning, I fixed him his favorite breakfast.........


Good ole fashioned pancakes and bacon.  Yum!  We seldom eat this, so it was a treat.  We gave him a bunch of blue rays for his new collection he's starting.  Let me just say, I'm tired of watching war flicks now!  Ha!

Anyway, in the midst of battling the summer heat that is upon us and taking care of the household, I have managed to squeeze in some fun reads.  Thought I'd share them.

This magazine caught my eye at the newsstand.


I fell completely in love with this french style kitchen!



Then this little goody came in the mail.


Perfect timing!  Love all the beach and summer inspiration.


I recently ordered this gem.  Still waiting on it to arrive.


I've already seen some sneak previews of it, so I'm really excited about getting it!

Hope you all are having a good week so far.  I know many of you are going to Haven, here in my hometown.  Be prepared for VERY HOT and humid weather!  Bring summer clothes.  I am looking forward to meeting several of you that will be down here.
Thanks for stopping by!

~ Kelly ~



23 comments:

Laura said...

I think it's time to head to Barnes and Noble!

Have a wonderful week-

Laura
White Spray Paint

Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions said...

How lucky you are already there, Kelly! Are you going to Haven? I'm not, but hope to hit one of the blogger conferences next year. I really need to pay attention to the dates so I can plan it.

Blondie's Journal said...

That book looks awesome...I think I'll keep a look out for it!

Your weather sounds a lot like ours today...hot and muggy. Ugh!

XO,
Jane

Kim @ Savvy Southern Style said...

I already have the new Cottage Style book. It is pretty good.

Tanna said...

I don't know what Haven is, but it sounds like there is going to be a lot of fun!! Your pancakes and bacon are making me drool, Kelly!! blessings ~ tanna

thistlewoodfarm said...

Thanks for all the inspiration! I can't wait to meet you and Kim at dinner. I think Haven is going to be amazing!

Have a wonderful day!

blessings,
karianne

labbie1 said...

I like the kitchen that you picked. All light and refreshing, but the red island on the cover of that mag is making me drool nearly as much as your pancakes and bacon!

The July 4th decorations are neat, too. I have been planning mine, though not very elaborate! :)

Brenda Pruitt said...

Oh, I just love magazines and decorating books. I picked up a new one today when I was out. The premiere issue of American Dream Cottages. It looks good!
Brenda

Pinky at Designs by Pinky said...

That breakfast looks awesome. I haven't had pancakes in AGES!!!Have fun at Haven. XO, Pinky

Something Nice and Pretty said...

I can't believe your that close to Haven, have a wonderful time! Those pancakes look so good!

PAT said...

I'm looking forward to hearing about Haven and seeing all the photos, Kelly!

I find myself trying to catch up in blogland again. Very busy lately. Too busy for this little ol' lady that is for sure!

Your pancakes and bacon look so good. I seldom treat myself to this meal, but it's one of my favorites. I love the sweet and salty mix.

Sandy said...

The magazines look great! I really love the Better Homes and Gardens Cottage Style. Are you going to Haven? I hope one day to go to a blogging conference!

Shirley@Housepitality Designs said...

Hey Kelly....I just got my copy of the New Cottage Style last week...It is great and you will love it!! Can't wait to see you!!!

SImple and Serene Living said...

Nothing more fun on these hot summer days than reading some good magazines.

This N That said...

Phew...for a minute there, I thought you were going to show me a book...Love those magazines..The kitchen is lovely..?Next project?

Linda said...

Can't wait to hear all about Haven. Lucky you!
Your pancakes look delicious.

Deserae said...

Can't wait to hear your review on the new Cottage book!!! The pics look absolutely lovely :o)
~Des

Debbiedoos said...

Hi Kelly! Love your summer reads. I need to take a day and sit and relax to thumb through a few myself. Can't wait til Friday:)

Rosemary@villabarnes said...

You're making me hungry, Kelly. That breakfast looks delish. Nice reads. Have fun at Haven.

Pinky at Designs by Pinky said...

HI again, YES, it is wonderful to have a man who likes to cook!!!:):)

Anonymous said...

Hi Kelly! Oh, man, how I love pancakes. When I have breakfast out that's when I treat myself to bacon.
Your reads looks great and just may become my reads too!
Be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)

Lorraine said...

I love those magazines and your picks as well! I'm popping over from Debbiedoo's to tell you how much I loved your home! I remember that when she did my home it was nice when people posted on my blog too so I wanted to do the same! Our styles are very similar and I am going to follow you so I can keep up! Hope you'll come for a visit!
Blessings, Lorraine

Melissa Miller said...

Really good reading choices. I forgot about magazines since blogging. I need to grab some.

You had me at that food...Yum!