A Dreamy Way to Revel in the Splendor of the Season
Oct 15th, 2009 by Shari
Sure, there are millions of people who look forward to summer, when they can spend time relaxing on porch gliders and patio chairs, napping in hammocks, swimming, and taking vacations. Even so, nothing attracts us to the outdoors like autumn.
That’s understandable, as it’s such a spectacular show that lasts for such a short time. This creates a sense of urgency about seeing it, unlike the joys of summer, most of which last throughout season, and, in some cases, beyond. When you think about it, it’s often more fun to visit a park that’s no longer crowded, where the picnic tables are free, or the beach, when the sand isn’t covered with towels, and the pool houses are empty. In autumn, however, there’s a fleeting period when colors are at their peak, before the leaves are shed.
Luckily, in contrast to expensive summer – or winter – getaways, we can enjoy fall’s scenery for free, without traveling anywhere. Certainly, many people do take trips, but that’s a choice, rather than a necessity.
Indeed, one of the best ways to revel in fall’s grandeur is to take a page from summer’s book, and drink it all in from the comfort of your outdoor furniture. Just position your Adirondack chair for optimum viewing, tilt your lounge chair back, relax on your garden bench, or get an around-the-tree bench, where you can move 360º without ever leaving your seat, and even get caught in a brilliant shower of leaves.
Another great way to see it is from a swingbed! If you haven’t heard about this gem yet, it’s like a porch swing, but with a wider and deeper seat that lets you lie down on it. If you’ve yet to see one, just go to CedarStore.com, where you’ll find a variety of them in several styles, along with an assortment of soft, thick, cushions, available in over a dozen colors.
Swingbeds are great for year-round use, and they make fantastic gifts as well. Best of all, they ship – free – in as few as three business days, so there’s still time to get one before the leaves reach their peak. I’ve got mine, and, believe me, it’s truly a dreamy way to experience the splendor of the season – any season.
Yours Outdoors,
Kathy
Great post this will really help me.