Porches are the transition from outside to inside. They're the first impression of the home and reflect the personality of those who live there. They're a place to take a break in the day, sip a cup of tea, read a book, flip through a magazine, do a little stitching, or just sit and relax and watch the birds or people passing by. Even just walking or driving by a welcoming porch gives a neighborhood a friendly feel.
I pass lots of beautifully decorated porches that lack the one thing I would love to see—people sitting on their porch. I can't cast any stones, though, because I'm not out there myself. I have reasons. They have reasons. But sometimes when I'm pulling into the driveway, I'd love to see my neighbors out so I could call out a "Hi there!" or walk over to chat for a moment. Just a moment. I wouldn't take much of their time.
So... my idea is that when we move into our new house with a front porch, I'm going to decorate it welcoming and comforting. And we're going to sit on the porch in the evenings and call out "Hi there!" to neighbors as they walk by or pull into their driveway. And maybe, just maybe, they'll come on up and sit a spell. And since it's evening, it won't matter how long they stay. And maybe, just maybe, we might gain some new neighborhood friends.
If you're a fan of front porches like I am, I'm sure you'd enjoy getting some inspiration from front-porch-ideas-and-more.com. Just clink the photo below and enjoy!
