There is something about Friday afternoons on a perfect summer day that beg for a fun drink and the chance to relax on my patio, as the day winds down. The sun shines through the trees, as I sit and reflect on a week where much was accomplished and I anticipate the start of the weekend.
As I sit and relax and wait for my husband to arrive, my view includes all the flowers that give my patio color and fun. Purple, pink and white petunias fill this fire pit turned planter.
Red geraniums spill out of a pot sitting close by.
White pansies, still happily blooming with our mild temperatures, wave prettily in the breeze.
Near the table, many shades of purple flowers overflow in this large planter.
A pretty bouquet in a simple mason jar, tied with raffia, sits on the table for me to enjoy. There is a sneak peek in this photo, of my newly painted table - more to come on that.
A fun drink, sunshine and flowers nearby - a perfect Friday afternoon happy hour for one, on my pretty patio.
Have a great weekend!
Recipe for Watermelon Martini
Blend and purée 1 cup cubed fresh watermelon until very smooth. Place in martini shaker filled with ice. Add 1 1/2 ounces lemon vodka and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Shake well and strain into a martini glass. If you like a sweeter martini, add 1 packet of Splenda along with other ingredients. Enjoy :-)
Linking with Mockingbird Hill Cottage, Favorite Thing and Thistlewood Farms
Posted with Blogsy
Our Friday evenings are usually spent around our pool and what we refer to as our "cook shack" which is nothing more than an outdoor kitchen. The martini looks wonderful and I love your fire pit!! Hope you have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteOh, Vicki, that sounds fantastic! You really do know how to relax and make a simple occasion special!
ReplyDeleteLooks like the perfect place to relax! Boy does that drink sound tastey!
ReplyDeleteLove the fire pit planter!! Your patio looks very refreshing!
ReplyDeleteOK Vickie...I want the recipe for the watermelon martini. I have watermelon in the fridge right now and needed an idea what to do with it cause it don't look like its gonna get eat! I saw your post at just the right time. Please share! thanks.
ReplyDeleteIt is at the bottom of the blog post - Enjoy :-)
DeleteI see it!! Thanks.
DeleteSounds like the perfect summer afternoon. The flowers are beautiful!!
ReplyDeleteSound like a good martini - I like watermelon. Have a wonderful weekend there. sandie
ReplyDeleteI wish I could jump into your photos - I'd love a pretty Friday afternoon with a yummy martini. Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great looking drink!! Goes perfectly with all those gorgeous flowers! Hope you have a great weekend!!
ReplyDeleteYour fire pit looks great..Not too sure about the drink..although I do like water melon..
ReplyDeleteThis looks awesome-can't wait to try it! Thanks for linking up at the Summer Inspiration Link Party!!
ReplyDeleteWatermelon is my favorite!!!
ReplyDeleteSmiles, Dottie
Ooh, I'll be trying these martinis soon!!
ReplyDeleteMartini sounding cool and tasty . . .
ReplyDeleteGreat flowers!
ReplyDeleteHi Vicki,
ReplyDeleteVisiting via Claudia's today and your pretty thumbnail caught my eye. Love the bouquet, so delicate and sweet! And, I agree, nothing nicer than a cool cocktail on a lovely patio to begin a beautiful weekend!
Poppy
Looks perfect to me! What a lovely way to relax and get ready for a fun weekend. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI would like to be sitting there with you! Your patio is such a peaceful and relaxing place.
ReplyDeleteBeing surrounded by lowers on your pretty patio is a little slice of heaven, I'm sure!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for joining in this week1
xo
Claudia
Oh Vicki now this looks like it would be a wonderful way to spend a Friday:) Great photos.B
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