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A Sun-Dappled Patio

April 20, 2013 by Barb 14 Comments

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We enjoyed a relaxing hour or so while having lunch on the patio at “The House of Tricks” in downtown Tempe near the popular Mill Avenue. Protected from the sun by a leafy canopy and surrounded by pots of flowers, it’s a quiet oasis that makes a person want to linger. It makes you want to savour every bite, talk about life, and sip slowly on your beverage of choice. Ours was coffee; aromatic and flavourful, poured from little decanters and served in tiny mismatched teacups.

It stirred some distant memory or feeling in me that I can’t quite explain. Probably just a combination of all the summer days of my life and the gratefulness I feel when sitting on a deck surrounded by flowers, friends, and family. Whatever it was, it’s elusive so I’m going to leave it at that. I would highly recommend this restaurant, not just for the atmosphere but also for the food. I ate so much that I skipped dinner last night and at the time of this writing I’m still not ready for breakfast!

Filed Under: Artful Photography, LIFE, Phone Photography Tagged With: arizona

Comments

  1. TexWisGirl says

    April 20, 2013 at 9:36 am

    just lovely! can feel the warmth!

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  2. Carol says

    April 20, 2013 at 10:59 am

    I enjoyed your post, Barb, and I like your image too.

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    • Barb says

      April 22, 2013 at 9:21 am

      Thank you, Carol, I so appreciate your comments!

      Reply
  3. Viv says

    April 21, 2013 at 2:50 am

    Gorgeous what a lovely spot and picture…

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    • Barb says

      April 22, 2013 at 9:22 am

      Thank you, Viv!

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  4. Kathy says

    April 21, 2013 at 8:22 am

    Isn’t it nice when you get that feeling of comfort from somewhere? Like you just BELONG there? It doesn’t happen that often to me, but when it does…it’s kinda magical.

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  5. Lori says

    April 21, 2013 at 8:54 am

    Looks like the perfect spot to me!

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  6. jeanne stone says

    April 21, 2013 at 9:19 am

    Barb your photo here really does capture some sensation of nostalgia and peaceful safety!

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  7. Ross says

    April 21, 2013 at 7:14 pm

    Great shot! Looks so tranquil! Hope you have a great week.

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  8. Roxi says

    April 21, 2013 at 10:17 pm

    lovely thoughts and place.

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  9. seeing each day says

    April 22, 2013 at 2:46 pm

    “It stirred some distant memory or feeling in me I can’t explain” – beautifully said. So pleased you had that enjoyable time, sounds like a special place.

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  10. Tricia says

    April 22, 2013 at 4:37 pm

    Oh, how lucky you are to be in Arizona enjoying the sun! My in-laws live in Mesa. If I was someplace so wonderful, I don’t think I’d want to come home!

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  11. Diana Foster says

    April 22, 2013 at 7:15 pm

    Stunning Flowers. Met in Kim’s Beyond Beyond class.

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  12. Marissa says

    April 22, 2013 at 10:41 pm

    Just beautiful!

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