Wednesday, July 6, 2011

A Full House for the Holiday


My brother and his wonderful family were out this past holiday week and we had so much fun! One of our favorite activities was watching movies on the barn. The old Victorian couch was my Great Grandmother's. It used to be in our play room when we were kids (also my Dad's childhood room). 

We hauled it out of storage (from the barn) for movie viewing under the stars. 

Here's part of the gang just before pancake breakfast - my nephew Nathan, my nieces Lauren and Katie, and my Mom with Graham. My sister-in-law Marna and I (with baby Margaret) are reflected in the mirror. 


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56 comments:

  1. Robynne's NestJuly 6, 2011 at 2:46 AM

    That's the sort of thing I would love to do if I visit U.S., watch a movie on a barn door! Golly Graham looks like he can nearly sit on his own..lovely post. Robx

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  2. Desire EmpireJuly 6, 2011 at 2:50 AM

    Very sweet. Love the film night idea.

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  3. Savannah GrannyJuly 6, 2011 at 2:55 AM

    This is what it is all about. Family and holidays. Can't get any better than that. That is what I was doing as well. Have a great week. Hugs

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  4. UnknownJuly 6, 2011 at 3:00 AM

    I am really keen to get a projector so we can do some outdoor movies!

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  5. Marian HazelJuly 6, 2011 at 3:30 AM

    What fun, looks like you had perfect weather for watching movies unders the stars.

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  6. leahJuly 6, 2011 at 4:31 AM

    What a lovely past time. Im sure the kids would have loved it out under the stars!!

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  7. Beautiful HouseJuly 6, 2011 at 5:53 AM

    I love the couch in front of the barn, and your dining room is so beautiful. Have a lovely week.

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  8. pve designJuly 6, 2011 at 6:09 AM

    I love that you always create beauty for others to share.
    What lovely house guests! Love the outdoor movie idea.
    pve

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  9. KimJuly 6, 2011 at 6:12 AM

    I adore the idea of the couch to watch movies!! Fabulous!

    Thesimpsonsix.bloodspot.com
    Simpson AMA.bloodspot.com

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  10. Sunflowers With SmilesJuly 6, 2011 at 6:31 AM

    Trina:

    I just love your blog. What a neat idea with family, watching movies outside on your barn.

    Come visit my blog at chestercountycottagegirl.blogspot.com.

    Love the photo of your family sitting at farmtable waiting for their breakfast.

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  11. An Urban CottageJuly 6, 2011 at 6:36 AM

    Trina,
    How TOTALLY charming is it to set up a sofa outside, put a blanket on the barn and create your own little movie theater under the stars. I suppose you made popcorn on nearby campfire? S.

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  12. helen tilstonJuly 6, 2011 at 6:52 AM

    A beautiful day

    I love the shot of your family in the dining room
    A keeper!

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  13. Vickie @ Ranger 911July 6, 2011 at 7:02 AM

    Outdoor movies, what a great idea!!!

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  14. GailJuly 6, 2011 at 8:20 AM

    Oh fun! Pancake breakfasts and watching movies under the stars.....simply wonderful! Glad you had a special holiday with your family!

    Gail

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  15. AnonymousJuly 6, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    MORE!

    Can't stand how wonderful this photo issss, MORE!

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  16. just call me joJuly 6, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    What a fun idea! Movies on a barn. You done good.

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  17. Alexandra Bee BlogJuly 6, 2011 at 10:45 AM

    I love outdoor movies! How fun to have your whole family visit for the holiday!

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  18. ℳartina @ Northern NestingJuly 6, 2011 at 10:53 AM

    I just love the outside movie idea! Beautiful pic of your family! Martina

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  19. AnonymousJuly 6, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    Oh what a dreamy evening. I bet the kids enjoyed it as much as the adults. I absolutely love that sofa...do something with it for the inside !!!!!!
    xoxo Dianne

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  20. Simply LKJJuly 6, 2011 at 12:01 PM

    What fun! Love the idea of watching movies under the stars!!

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  21. AnonymousJuly 6, 2011 at 12:27 PM

    I loved finding you and Margaret in the mirror! Movies under the stars, and family visiting. You are so lucky!

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  22. Deanna @ Silly Goose FarmJuly 6, 2011 at 1:14 PM

    This is so nice! We have a big "barnside movie" party on our farm each year. This year we are showing "A League of Their Own" (next weekend, actually) and later in the year we are doing a mini-Wes Anderson Film Fest. Last year we showed "The Sandlot." Here are pictures, if you'd like to see: http://thesillygoosefarm.blogspot.com/2010/09/barnside-movie.html

    Best!

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  23. 24 CornersJuly 6, 2011 at 1:27 PM

    Love it!!! What a special time everyone had...the kids looks so happy, they must have been thrilled to watch movies outdoors...too fun!
    I'm very impressed by the way, of your camera skills while holding sweet Margaret! :)
    xo J~

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  24. My Farmhouse KitchenJuly 6, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    everyone looks so Happy....love baby margaret...how sweet is she ???

    love the barn and the couch photo...what good SUMMER FUN !!!!

    kary and teddy
    xx

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  25. Paula Jo @ Outdoor Garden DecorJuly 6, 2011 at 2:11 PM

    It sounds like you had a blast, and to watch a movie outside against the barn under the stars would be exciting. It looks like everyone was having a great time by the photo. Such a sweet picture.

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  26. Becca BertottiJuly 6, 2011 at 3:45 PM

    I love outside movie night! And, what a beautiful family!

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  27. JennJuly 6, 2011 at 10:47 PM

    This looks like so much fun. I'm immediately transported to relaxing summer evening after reading this!

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  28. for the love of a houseJuly 7, 2011 at 8:25 AM

    how fun!! Imagine the fabulous summer vacation memories you have given to your cute nieces and nephew- what a sweet gift! So happy you all had a wonderful visit! that photo is just the sweetest!

    xxjoan

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  29. the gardener's cottageJuly 7, 2011 at 8:34 AM

    hi trina,

    it's so nice to see your beautiful home full of people! i bet they are all head over heels for the twins. and movie night outside? heaven.

    xo
    janet

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  30. MaureenJuly 7, 2011 at 9:30 AM

    An outside movie against a barn - perfect. Love your blog.

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  31. Blue Shore HouseJuly 7, 2011 at 9:36 AM

    Such a wonderful way to watch a movie with the family!

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  32. Notes From ABroadJuly 7, 2011 at 4:53 PM

    I have, at times, been guilty of looking at Real Estate for Sale in Upstate NY ... I will now pay special attention to those homes that also have barns or sheds .. this looks like the most fun idea ! Very appealing to me .. and I know my husband will love it.

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  33. Ocean Breezes and Country SneezesJuly 8, 2011 at 8:52 AM

    Something I've always wanted to do! I'll bet the kids had a blast!

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  34. The Paper Mulberry - Glenda SteelJuly 8, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    Ohhhh I had to read that phrase 3 times, watching movies ON the barn!!!!!!! How simply DIVINE is that???!!! Just delightful, that is the only word for it! This wonderful image will filled my head for the rest of the day. Sigh....! Hugs from a 500 year old farmhouse in England in the pouring rain! Glenda xxxx

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  35. shilkamJuly 8, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    superlike the idea of watching movies on a barn door... below the skies!!! :)

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  36. Toyin O.July 8, 2011 at 11:32 AM

    Very nice looking family:)

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  37. Mary LouJuly 8, 2011 at 9:25 PM

    I adore this whole post. The movie setting and the family table with the mirror is all so peaceful and wonderful. Those babies make my day!

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  38. Argumentative essayJuly 9, 2011 at 3:30 AM

    Took me time to read most the remarks, but I really appreciated the post... Seem lots of fun...

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  39. SparingChangeJuly 10, 2011 at 6:50 AM

    What a lovely family and great photo! Your home is so bright...I LOVE IT!

    New follower - looking forward to catching up with your blog. So fun!

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  40. kayce hughesJuly 10, 2011 at 11:36 PM

    Beautiful family!

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  41. AnonymousJuly 11, 2011 at 10:01 AM

    How charming indeed!

    Ciao Bella!


    CREATIVE CARMELINA

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  42. SailaJuly 12, 2011 at 4:48 AM

    What a lovely blog you have, I just popped in through a link in another Finnish blog. Your many subjects and stories, wonderful home and garden made a pleasant read for a long while. Best wishes and all the best!
    Saila

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  43. Moddy BeeJuly 12, 2011 at 11:45 AM

    it's so fun having family out to visit! we love to watch movies outside. we also like to play the WII...we love american idol! thanks for sharing!
    www.moddybee.blogspot.com

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  44. annie@mostlovelythingsJuly 12, 2011 at 5:04 PM

    What happy memories you are making! Watching movies outdoors on a barn door, in a comfy sofa under the stars...does it get any better than that?

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  45. Anita at Cedar Hill July 12, 2011 at 7:58 PM

    I adore this photo, great room, lots of light and a wonderful family.

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  46. Miss KimJuly 13, 2011 at 8:43 AM

    What fun!! Nothing is more wonderful than creating memorable times with your family!

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  47. red tickingJuly 13, 2011 at 10:33 AM

    love this.... family is the best.... we are so blessed. xoxo

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  48. A Hint of HomeJuly 13, 2011 at 9:54 PM

    How fun to have your family visit! Great, creative idea to show movies on the barn.
    Looks like a lot of fun!

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  49. Lynne (lynnesgiftsfromtheheart)July 13, 2011 at 10:32 PM

    what a great time you all must have had.
    hugs ~lynne~

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  50. Kellie CollisJuly 16, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    What a lovely family! Pancakes are my favorite! Enjoy the beautiful day, Kellie xx

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  51. RobertJuly 16, 2011 at 10:19 AM

    That was a fun idea. We haven't tried watching at the barn.. would like to try it with my kids at the backyard..

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  52. Alicia@ eco friendly homemakingJuly 16, 2011 at 1:52 PM

    What a great photo. You all look so sweet and that pancake breakfast sounds so great!!

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  53. Alison @ The PolohouseJuly 17, 2011 at 6:34 PM

    LOVE the shot of the sofa on the grass, Trina!
    Such a great idea.
    Hope you are enjoying this glorious summer we are having!
    xx
    A

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  54. AnonymousJuly 18, 2011 at 7:49 AM

    Like your very own drive in movie! How fun for all of you.

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  55. Judy @ A Meek PerspectiveJuly 18, 2011 at 1:55 PM

    How much fun! What a great idea!!!

    Judy :)

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  56. TriciaJuly 22, 2011 at 8:59 PM

    What a sweet photo of the family. Can't get enough of your sun (and love) filled home!
    xo~
    Tricia

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