Monday, August 8, 2011

Beachy White Vintage and the Simple Pleasures


Hi All
Our weekend past was very simple and cost effective.  I snaffled this little white bouquet with a hint of purple from the side of the road. I put it together whilst trying to wrangle the Beach House Brats into the car, after a quick post soccer morning tea at grandma's.

On the way out they found her neighbour's trampoline and that was it, I lost them for half an hour.  I wasn't complaining.!!!!!  I left them to it and wondered up and down the street snaffling blooms from the foot path gardens.  This bouquet started out with some wattle as well, but when I got it home it did not fit in this dainty little jug I recently found at a charity store.


I adore its shape and form. The pretty little crest and the shape of its legs are enchanting.


I found the pineapple at  a recent Scout jumble sale.  Not so vintage, but you know dear reader, that I can't leave any pineapples alone.  I love their tropical contribution to any beachy get together.  This one had a lovely shiny white texture so it had to come home with me.


I love the symmetry and colour of the daisy's centre.  And each little bloom on the lavender is so delicate. This is nature at its best.


By Sunday, in an effort to drag the Beach House Brats from their respective screens, I bundled them into the car and decided to find a spot that a friend had only briefly described to me in passing.  My knowledge of its location was only sketchy at best.  So we took a risk and headed off down an unknown bush track to see what we could discover.  


The location was Irrawong Reserve on Garden St North Narrabeen.  Check out the location map here.There is a small entrance to the reserve and it is opposite Warriewood Wetlands, which is another fabulous and easy walk.  Seana Smith has a great post  about Warriewood Wetlands here.


The big Beach House Brat ran on ahead, then doubled back, jumping with joy for what he had found.  As we got closer, I could just make out the faint sound of running water and then all of a sudden about a fifteen minute walk off a suburban Northern Beaches street, we stumbled upon this gorgeous spot.


A beautiful water hole complete with a hard flowing waterfall.


I felt like it was a holy place.  I instantly thought it would have been an aboriginal sacred site, as it involved running water and lovely caves.  I could just picture them several hundred years ago standing on the rock ledge above us, leaning on their spears.  It was such a place of beauty, that it felt sacred to me and I felt enlightened for having discovered it.







Nature treated us all weekend and it just kept on giving.  Late on Sunday afternoon we had a hail storm, which entertained the kiddos for some time.  They ran out after the hail stopped and collected a cup each of frozen pearls. 


Posted by Desire Empire at 1:58 PM
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23 comments :

  1. SuzAugust 8, 2011 at 3:40 PM

    This is a WOW post for me. The last photo of the daisy close-up was my favorite and I love any shot that your red star pillow is in. The waterfall photos are magnificent! And what a treat the lily was and seeing the hail on your deck.

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  2. the fishermans cottageAugust 8, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    That really is an amazing place, your country is so beautiful x

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  3. EmmaAugust 8, 2011 at 8:28 PM

    Ooooh! You were in my neck of the woods! We went to the waterfall on Sunday afternoon, I wonder if we passed each other! My kids were playing pooh sticks in the creek and swinging on the vines! it is magic isn't it! I made the mistake of writing a blog post about it and included the name of a film that had recently used the waterfall for one of it's key locations. I then got so many emails pestering me about the location of the waterfall that I had to delete the post! Emma

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  4. michelleAugust 9, 2011 at 6:38 AM

    I love your bouquet very pretty and the center of the daisies are such a beautiful blue. What a peaceful and gorgeous place you discovered, I think I could sit for a while and ponder life. :)
    I am so glad that you had a good weekend, it sounded perfect. :)
    xo

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  5. beachcomberAugust 9, 2011 at 8:51 AM

    what a special place! i love the little bowl with white flowers.
    we didn't get hail here.
    x

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  6. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeAugust 9, 2011 at 9:51 AM

    Your vignette with the daisy's is just stunning. I love it. Such pretty pics and the landscapes are unreal. Thanks so much for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty

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  7. Kirsty GirlAugust 9, 2011 at 11:57 AM

    I love it it looks so lovely next to the lantern too! The waterhole looks amazing! Though in Tassie it's far too cold to even contemplate right now hehe

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  8. www.designgivesback.comAugust 9, 2011 at 1:23 PM

    The pineapple is my favorite, adds a nice touch! Thanks for sharing. We hope you will consider helping kids with cancer by linking into the Miracle Makeover party this coming week
    at www.designgivesback.com. Together we can change things! We appreciate you.

    Love,
    Sherry, DGB Team

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  9. Deb ChitwoodAugust 9, 2011 at 1:35 PM

    Stunning photos! The water hole/waterfalls are breathtaking - how wonderful it must have been to visit in person! :) Deb @ RaisingFigureSkaters.com Visiting from Kirsty Girl.

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  10. JillAugust 9, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    I love the collection of white! All the different textures are just perfect!

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  11. French MademoiselleAugust 9, 2011 at 11:15 PM

    Nature at its best indeed! What a lovely centerpiece. I love daisies.

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  12. MicupofteaAugust 10, 2011 at 9:49 AM

    What a gorgeous waterfal scene! Happy August~

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  13. Bunny JeanAugust 10, 2011 at 1:36 PM

    The beach look with its white, blue, and red has always been a favorite of mine. I also like it in your master bedroom.

    I host a party on Wednesdays that is a showcase for bloggers with less than 500 followers.... and I would like to invite you! (the linky is open now)

    xoxo BunnyJean @ BunnyJean's Decor and More!
    www.BunnyJeansDecorAndMore.blogspot.com

    I am # 141 in the Met Monday party.

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  14. Leah - The Inside StoryAugust 10, 2011 at 3:20 PM

    Loving your flowers as always. And what a beautiful waterfall , where is it? Have a lovely week Carolyn! Leahxx

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  15. xinexAugust 10, 2011 at 4:15 PM

    What a nice place to discover. It looks so peaceful. Your flower arrangement is beautiful...Christine

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  16. MaggieAugust 10, 2011 at 8:03 PM

    Hi Carolyn,
    visiting you on my wednesday morning bunny hop through blogland - I really enjoyed this post - from the white flowers arrangement all the way down to the amazing secret watering hole!
    What a super weekend you all had.
    Maggie @ Normandy Life

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  17. A Whole Lotta MagicAugust 10, 2011 at 9:59 PM

    Very pretty! I could go on and on, but it's all been said, lol!

    Sue
    xo

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  18. Laurel@ChippingwithCharmAugust 10, 2011 at 11:23 PM

    Hi there...stopping by from Bunny's...your home looks lovely. Love your little bouquet...fun what fresh flowers can do for your day isn't it? Think I'll follow along :) Laurel@chippingwithcharm

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  19. mercedes scottAugust 11, 2011 at 1:58 AM

    Such a beautiful post today... those little blooms you "borrowed" are just darling! They look perfect in your wee container... Happy WHite Wednesday :)

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  20. WhyCuzICanAugust 11, 2011 at 7:19 AM

    I'm lovin' that PINEAPPLE! Really cool and all the photos are lovely too.

    Visiting from Bunny Jean's Linky Party (Bunny Hop)

    ~Suzanne in IL

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  21. MelanieAugust 12, 2011 at 5:18 AM

    I really enjoyed all the photos esp the waterfall. Gorgeous!

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  22. Bunny JeanAugust 12, 2011 at 1:39 PM

    I came back to say thanks for coming to the Bunny Hop party, and make sure I am following you.

    xoxo BunnyJean @ BunnyJean's Decor and More!
    www.BunnyJeansDecorAndMore.blogspot.com

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  23. Charlotte WilsonAugust 13, 2011 at 4:31 AM

    Carolyn,
    I love you photos...just gorgeous. Looks like a fabulous place to live and entertain!

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