A Nice Rain Amidst The Bright Sunshine

Today was a nice day to sit outside under the pavilion and think about flowers for fall. Mums and pansies immediately come to mind of course.

Butterflies are everywhere, flitting about the yard and then out above the fence into the alley.

Leaves are starting to turn colors and drift down. A sign that summer is almost over.
 

This morning I went to Lowes and purchased some matchstick blinds for the east and west sides of the pavilion. The intense heat here didn't seem to bother me until now. Must be the way the sun is setting in the sky this time of year.

Gives it a rather cozy feel, I think. And makes it so much nicer to sit out here and dream or read.

This afternoon I was sitting out here enjoying the breeze (and the overhead fan). When out of the bright sunshine came unexpected falling rain. 

 

It was so strange. And came so suddenly. But of course I enjoyed it. Sitting here in my chair with the dogs alongside me. Listening to it pelt the roof. Loving that fresh rain scent.

 

Then I came inside and had an afternoon cup of coffee. I always set my mug in this little blue dish. A lone plate picked up long ago at a tag sale. Placed where I can enjoy it everyday.