I have a donkey named Daisy Mae and my summer home tour!

Byljanning@dukemanorfarm.com

As they say in the South….Howdy!
I am so glad that you stopped by today. I have been waiting for you on the front porch with a large glass of iced tea ready to show you around Duke Manor. Sweet or unsweetened?



Ahhh Iced Tea……It’s pretty much the southern staple around here, along with some bug spray, particularly in the country where I live with my family, 3 dogs, 2 cats, 2 fish, pony, donkey and horses. And those are just the animals that I feed each day. Of course we have our share of snakes, rabbits, cows, chickens and deer. Those were the “extras” when we moved here 10 years ago and built our home.



Our farm also sits on a lake…I like to think of this swing as the time out chair…for me!



And this is Daisy Mae, my Pony Mule. She’s like a sweet little dog, and instead of barking you will be greeted with her sweet high pitched donkey sounds every time you come to visit.


Around Duke Manor there is never a shortage of conversation on the front porch or in the backyard spaces. With my summer song of Sweet Home Alabama playing in the background or the sounds of trickling water from our backyard pond, we can sit here for hours just chatting it up with friends, family or neighbors. 



Since most of my time is being spent outdoors this summer, I have been slowly working on finishing up some projects in the house…well a lot of projects. So, excuse the mess and the just “peeks” into some of these spaces that are not totally finished. Some of these pictures are “never seen before today” and just for you.



Summer Mantel



Family Room



Living Room



Dining Room. I know I probably shouldn’t have showed you that, but that is exactly what you would see if you were standing in this room right now. Half painted walls and ceiling. Well that’s not entirely true…. I have since taken down the light and painted it too.

 Rooms that I can walk into without having major anxiety ….

My office



My Favorite Room 



Media Room



And finally my master bedroom that I just finished hanging curtains in this week. They don’t call it the lazy days of summer around here for nothing!

It just occurred to me that I think I may need to change my summer song from Sweet Home Alabama to the theme song from Greenacres…… since there is no where in the world I would rather be. It’s a lot like my life. We would have to trade a pig named Arnold Ziffel though for a donkey named Daisy Mae!
I sure do hope that you enjoyed the visit today and as we say in the South….

Ya’ll come back now, you hear!

PS- To see more of my home click here


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Just a gal that loves to share my family, home decor, design and life around here in the country.... on my real life funny farm at Duke Manor

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66 Comments

  3. Love seeing your gorgeous home…I could spend hours there…and I'm jealous…I saw in the LR you have floor outlets…Love that! One day hubby is going to come home and find that I hired an electrician to do that because I'm sick of trying to find clever ways of hiding cords…

    Thanks for sharing your home 🙂

  7. G'morning. Sweet please Laura 🙂 Just luvly… I might have to stay a little while longer and visit your Daisy Mae.I feel my fingers itching to sketch.
    Thanks for having me.
    Hugs, Gee

  8. I loved the tour and now I want a donkey. Think we could fit her in the van on our drive from Haven to NC?

    I enjoyed the sneak peeks you teased us with, too that mantel is fab. And I'm loving the color in the dining room.

    Your home is gorgeous and a testament to all your hard work.

  11. I loved the tour, you have a lovely home. Did you use gray paint in any of your rooms and would you mind sharing the paint shade. Thank you

  15. Every time I see your home, Laura, I want to move to the country! Your pictures just show such a beautiful, peaceful place to call home. I adore your home and think it's beautiful even if it's not done! And really, is there such a thing as done?

    I'm so glad you joined us on our tour!

  17. Hi Laura! Oh, your home is so lovely and I love it that you're so real! 🙂 I'll be waiting to see the other rooms your pretty up too! Is it ever done? 🙂
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia 😉

  19. Sweet tea with a splash of something, please, okay? 🙂 I always love seeing your gorgeous home … your breakfast area is one of my FAVES, and I just want to curl up on your denim sofa and hang out (that's after I catch a great movie in your amazing theater, AND go for a ride on Daisy Mae)!

  22. Laura,
    Oh to sit by your pond out in the country! What a perfect setting. I smiled throughout the tour of your home. I can tell you have added every special touch with a loving hand. I can totally see your personality in your home, now that is talent to be able to have your personality shine in your surroundings. Great job,
    Kathysue

  25. I want to come over and be visited by Daisy mae! How sweet. Your home is always gorgeous. The front porch is my DREAM!!!!!!! I would LIVE out there and out back by the pind. Hopefully our deck, patio and ond will be started SOON!!!!!! I miss them at the old house. Have a beautiful week. Thanks so much for the tour! XO, pinky

  26. You had me at the front porch. I could just sit all day sipping tea there! What a gorgeous home and gorgeous property. Love it all. ~Delores@vignettedesign

  32. This may sound cheesy, but your home is just dreamy! I have always dreamed of sitting on my own front porch, farm animals and a pond. I love your bedroom!

  37. Your home is just gorgeous, Laura! You have such a talent. Love your little farm and your outdoor spaces are to die for. I'm so excited to be a part of such amazing women on this tour!!
    Hugs,
    Jamie

  38. Laura your home is just absolutely beautiful! It all looks so incredibly welcoming and I wish I could come have tea with you on your gorgeous front porch…sweetened please! 😉
    Vanessa

  39. Have my glass of ice tea right here with me. I may not get past your beautiful front porch, Laura. '-)
    Loved my visit to your beautiful property, meeting Daisy Mae, and getting a peek into your wonderful home. Thanks!

  41. Laura,
    I have decided I am never leaving your home lol! It is beautiful! I am all linked up with you and I have added your button to my sidebar so I can visit each day! Beautiful beautiful home!
    Hugs,
    Sandra
    The Adored Home

  43. Laura,
    Thank you for your kind Southern Hospitality, dear one!!!
    I enjoyed your Home Tour. . .love the Office & Master Bedroom. Such tranquil color palette in both rooms. Your out~of~door space is fabulous!!!
    Fondly,
    Pat

  44. LOVE your home! Hilarious that you have a mule named Daisy Mae, because I have a blog named DaisyMaeBelle! Named after my 3 Southern girls, Daisy, Anna Belle and Lila Mae! Life to the full! Melissa

  52. Finally a house that is worthy to be shown in the Summer Showcase that doesn't disappoint. I am truly amazed at your design talents and I'm going to be your newest blog member!!! Thank you for displaying great design and sharing.

  56. Laura, I just love your beautiful home and style.

    I really enjoyed this tour – and look forward to more to come.

    I shall now me whistling/humming/thinking about the theme song to Green Acres the remainder of the night, I just know it!

    : – )

    Good times.

  63. Love the name Daisy Mae! Would love to see some close-up shots of her. Your home is gorgeous and looks like a place I'd never want to leave. Can't wait to see your projects when you're finished. I have a few I've been working on too. Lovely blog.

  64. Oh I would love to sit a spell and have some tea in your magnificent home. This post is so inspirational. I would love it if you would share this today at our WIW linky party. I hope you can join us! Thanks for hosting!

    Paula
    ivyandelephants.blogspot.com

  65. You have a lovely house, Laura. Thanks for showing us. I have the same chandelier you have in your living room in my bedroom. I was so happy to see it!

  66. So peaceful, serene. Blissful.
    Your home is really an extension of yourself and the life you create for your charming, lovely family.
    I've seen bits here and there but to see it in a Tour is humbling. So much work and so much success.
    Thank you for sharing,
    Teresa

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