Monday, July 27, 2015

On the Lake {Weekending}



We set off this weekend for some time at the lake and a gorgeous weekend it was.  Not a cloud in the sky, the sun shining brightly, no humidity and a nice breeze BOTH days - a completely perfect summer weather weekend.  The dogs were in heaven, in fact, most of this post is photos of them because they are just too cute in the water - they can't get enough and completely tire each other out.

Derek and I went with my parents, brother and both dogs and my aunt, uncle and cousin were there too - we were missing two other families within the extended family but still all enjoyed the weekend and had a great time enjoying the quiet time.

Days spent entirely on the dock and in the sun/shade, afternoons watching the cooking channel and HGTV (those channels are always our go to when away because everyone can enjoy them), a lengthy cocktail hour and relaxing night.

Looking forward to the rest of our visits this summer…



How we usually ride in the car - or she's at my feet.  It's a little over an hour drive up to the lake and we pass through some gorgeous views on the way - so peaceful.


The dogs actually cry at the porch door until they are let out to hit the water - I think "obsessed" doesn't even begin to describe it.





The water temperature was perfect, everyone spent the majority of the day splashing, floating and enjoying.



Floating, reading, sipping a cold beer, soaking up the sun - just a couple of my favorite "lake" activities to enjoy.


After the dock we got cleaned up and everyone settled down on the big front porch for a lengthy cocktail hour.  Margaritas are usually a staple at the lake.


You can't beat the backdrop for happy hour and watching the sunset and a calm go over the lake.


Happy hour is one of my favorite parts of the lake, we always have the best time just laughing, enjoying and sipping - happy hour always turns into hourS and is always a good time.



It wouldn't be a complete night without trying out the selfie stick for a couple photo opportunities. 


Little to no makeup and comfortable clothes are the dress code and I couldn't love it more.  I also couldn't love the packing more - so easy! 


Yesterday morning after a little lounging and breakfast it was straight back down to the dock for another full day in the sun.


Stella was fully a water dog by yesterday and was much more adjusted to the water and really enjoying it - sometimes even swimming without her precious life jacket.  Nash of course couldn't be pulled out of the water for more than about five minutes.



 Derek and my cousin were quite excited for their fishing catch - well actually the whole dock was pretty excited to see their success.  Stella in the bottom photo pretty much sums up the weekend.


 Until next time…



42 comments:

  1. Your lake weekend looked perfect! Did you watch HGTV and see Lake Front Bargain hunt? That would have been ironic :)
    Love that the pups love the water so much--and your margarita drink looked super yum! Hope you guys are all relaxed and ready for Monday!

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  2. Lake living is the best living, right?!?! who needs the beach when you have a lake! I can't wait for our trip!

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  3. So jealous! That lake look amazing! You definitely don't get into the lakes around here... at least not for very long. I have a healthy respect for gators so I tried to avoid being in their territory for too long haha!

    <3, Pamela
    Sequins & Sea Breezes

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  4. What a fab weekend; nothing beats summers at the lake!

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  5. loved reading about your lake weekend! i could use one of those right about now! you guys had a great time--loved the pics that captured the memories.

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  6. LAke living is so much fun!! I miss being at home and going to the lake all the time. You guys always have the best weekends! I need to come join you. :)

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  7. How fun!! It was so hot here this weekend, so I am obviously jealous!! Question, who's the author on the Kate bio?? :)

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  8. So jealous of your weekend! Looks like a blast! I love her cute little life jacket!

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  9. Looks like an incredibly relaxing weekend! We used to go to the lake all the time when I was younger and it was always so much fun! How much your dogs like to swim always cracks me up!! Glad you had a fun weekend :)

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  10. What a perfect weekend! SO happy the weather was wonderful for you guys and that everyone had a great time!! Looks like you're ready to tackle the week since the weekend was so relaxing! xo, Biana -BlovedBoston

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  11. This looks like the perfect weekend! Hard to beat at the lake with gorgeous weather, family and cute dogs. Happy Monday, lady!

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  12. It looks like you had a fun relaxing weekend! Those fur babies are adorable! Happy Monday!

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  13. Looks like a fun time was had by all! I love the pictures of the doggies swimming :)

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  14. Looks like such a great weekend! The weather sounds like it was beautiful and the pics show how much fun everyone had! Seems like the perfect spot!

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  15. What a fun weekend on the Lake. I love your lilly glasses, so pretty.

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  16. Looks like a great weekend! Love that last picture of the pups on the dock. So cute!!

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  17. What a fun weekend! It sounds like it was perfect! :)

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  18. What a great weekend! While I wasn't at MY lake house this weekend I was at a friends and there just isn't anything better the a summer weekend on the lake in the sun!

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  19. Looks like a perfect summer weekend! Glad you had a good time :) Happy Monday!
    Kelsey
    http://www.thepeacockroost.com

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  20. What a fun weekend! Times with family like that are just the best memories. I love your Lilly wine glasses :)

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  21. What a weekend that was! Being able to relax in such beautiful weather too! I wish we had a lake to visit nearby.

    liz @ sundays with sophie

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  22. Looks like so much fun! I'm jealous of the no humidity!!!

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  23. Ah! What a great weekend! I love how sleepy the dogs get after a day at the lake!

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  24. What a fun weekend!! It's even more fun that the dogs love the water! Happy Monday!

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  25. Wow!! What a view! Looks like an amazing time!!!

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  26. GIMME THAT WEATHER!! Ugh, it's been a hundred degrees (literally) here every day with super high humidity for a month straight now and I'm soooo over it! I'm ready for fall so we can take back the outdoors! I miss it!

    Glad y'all had such a great weekend!

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  27. Huge YES to lake weekends. They are the best; give me the lake any day over the beach! Can't wait for my lake weekend this coming weekend :) Glad you guys had such a fun time.

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  28. What a nice getaway! I love the lake. The dogs in the water are so cute! Is Stella wearing a life vest? Which Kate book are you reading? Glad to see someone else is a fan of the Duchess! Thanks for linking up today!

    ~Ashley @ A Cute Angle
    acutelifestyle.blogspot.com

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  29. As a kid I used to go to a lake house that looks so much like this. I want to come!! This looks like the perfect weekend to me :)

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  30. Wow what a perfect weekend! Lake and beach weekends are the best kinda weekends. Can't beat good weather, good company and alcohol beverages.

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  31. You got some GREAT pictures! I am so jealous of the no humidity part, alabama never has those days. My husband is such a lake person so I know he would love y'alls weekend.

    not a mom

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  32. Aww love all of the doggies!!! They are so cute in the water together!! I love that your sundress is monogrammed too, that is awesome!! Where did you find that? My sister would love it. I'm glad that you had a nice weekend, looks like so much fun!

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  33. Looks like you guys had so much fun! Love the doggie life vests :)

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  34. Look like SO much fun! And I love how she rides in the car with you - so precious!

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  35. Looks like a fabulous weekend gurlie, can't beat spending time at the lake with the doggies and the fam. Loving those doggy swimming pictures - adorable! And I think I may need to read that Kate book <3

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  36. I had a margarita every night this weekend (counting Thursday since I had Friday off) but I wish I had been drinking them lakeside! I love all the doggy pictures! :)

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  37. How fun! Love that the dogs enjoy it just as much!
    www.amemoryofus.com

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  38. Your dogs are so adorable. I should try taking ours to a lake sometime. Maybe they would like it.

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  39. Looks so peaceful and relaxing! Visits to the lake are the best and I love that your pup enjoyed so much water time!

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  40. Lake life is the best! What Kate book is hat?

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  41. Such a fun weekend! The doggies are adorable! My Bella girl would be in HEAVEN there, she looooves swimming!

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  42. I always love a weekend by the water, what a fun trip! Xo, Stephanie

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