Friday, April 1, 2011

April {My Month}

 

April is my favorite month of the entire year, and I was lucky enough to be born within its 30 days of blossoming Spring splendor {perhaps this has a lot to do with my adoration}. Everything is so fresh and alive.  A palette of pastels spreads across the landscapes, gardens are planted, nests are filled with life, parks and  outdoor cafes echo with laughter, winter skin is warmed by the sun's rays,  and our souls seem to be renewed with vibrant energy along with a healthy dose of languid repose.  

I'm going to soak up every bit of sunshine this weekend has to offer, and I hope wherever you are, you feel the warmth upon your shoulders too.  Bonne fin de semaine ~

[The Hammock, Giovanni Boldini]


 
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19 comments:

  1. BonjourRomanceMarch 31, 2011 at 11:58 PM

    Enjoy your time of repose, and Happy Birthday. The painting is gorgeous.
    Bon weekend,
    Mimi

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  2. pve designApril 1, 2011 at 3:05 AM

    I have a hammock just like that! All I need is the dress and those pretty pink shoes to go with.
    Enjoy your April month. Happy Birthday!
    pve

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  3. walking dot photographyApril 1, 2011 at 5:04 AM

    Yay for April birthdays! Although I have to admit, that month had much better weather when I lived in Florida! Now I live farther up north (which I prefer), but that means lots and lots and LOTS of rain (and usually some snow!) in April. :/ Here's to hoping it warms up again by the time my birthday (the 17th!) rolls around! :)
    -giedre
    www.walkingdotphotography.com

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  4. jennyApril 1, 2011 at 8:29 AM

    YEAH! SPring! Right now... it is snowing where I live and we are expected to get over a foot in some parts of the state. hehe. So... it was sooo nice to read this post... gave me a glimpse of spring and the promise of it's coming.

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  5. kimberlyApril 1, 2011 at 8:41 AM

    Clearly you don't live in Seattle... :)
    Enjoy your month my friend - the sunshine, the awakening blooms, the outdoor lattes~
    Have a marvelous weekend,
    xx

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  6. RandiApril 1, 2011 at 9:03 AM

    Happy weekend my dear friend.
    XoXo

    wildmagnolia9.blogspot.com

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  7. Estelle HayesApril 1, 2011 at 11:27 AM

    Can you remind me of the actual date of your blessed birth? I'm a loser and did not write it down when I asked you a while back. And can you help me to better understand the other April baby in my life? She confuses me so...

    P.S. Welcome home to Cali. Can't wait to hear about your southern adventure.

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  8. BrandiApril 1, 2011 at 12:11 PM

    It's finally gotten warm and sunny here in San Diego and there's nothing better than feeling the sunshine on your skin. No better way to welcome April, if you ask me. Hope you're having a lovely April day!

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  9. My Castle in SpainApril 1, 2011 at 12:58 PM

    I hear you about the soft palette colours and renewal of energy...Wishing you a sweet and colorful spring, dear Mel!
    this hammock is just too divine and so are the pink ruffles...
    besitos
    Lala

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  10. à la parisienneApril 1, 2011 at 1:57 PM

    Oh to have a hammock right now...
    My husband and I have contemplated adding one to our revamped garden.
    How is your garden planning coming along?

    Bon week-end,
    Mandy

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  11. michelle b @ every little thing inspiredApril 1, 2011 at 5:42 PM

    just found you via DJ Attic...going to do a little perusing around your blog and lovely shop!
    From a fellow april-birthday person! xoxo
    Michelle

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  12. kelly annApril 1, 2011 at 5:43 PM

    That photo is so dreamy. I hope you enjoy every single second of your birthday month, Mel! xo.

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  13. Simply ColetteApril 1, 2011 at 10:37 PM

    I love April too! Just noticed all the birds chirping about has made my days happier.

    Please vote for me on Monday on Facebook & Twitter, as I'm a finalist for the blogger HomeAway BlogAway to win a trip to the Royal Wedding!!

    Thanks!

    xo,
    nicolette

    http://www.simplycolette.blogspot.com

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  14. Gigi ThibodeauApril 2, 2011 at 7:45 PM

    It seems so right to me that your birthday is in April, Melissa. It is so full of promise and light and all things sweet that of course it is your month!!!

    This makes me all the more happy that I will be sending you something soon. Please forgive me for taking so long. I'm having *so* much making a little treasure box for you. You are patient and good.

    Love to you! xoxo Gigi

    P.S. Why don't I look this lovely when I take a nap?! :)

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  15. christinaApril 3, 2011 at 5:21 PM

    what a beautiful post... mostly because this is the month of your birthday.
    : )
    xoxo

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  16. RobinApril 4, 2011 at 12:38 PM

    Happy birth month & happy Spring (also my fave)!
    xo
    R

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  17. UnknownApril 4, 2011 at 1:13 PM

    Hip hip hooray for April babies!

    What a sumptuous work of art. xo Lola

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  18. thaisApril 7, 2011 at 8:07 AM

    hoping your spring and birth month is the most wonderful and magical one!

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  19. Noel SolomonApril 7, 2011 at 1:09 PM

    Sweet Mel!

    I love how you put this beautiful month into the most perfect words. You were born into one of the best months :)

    I miss you and will be in touch soon so we can catch up!

    Thinking of you with lots of love,
    Noel

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