Hammocks always say summer to me. In my part of the country the summers get so hot and humid, and whenever there is a day when the breezes are blowing, taking a nap under shady trees is such a pleasure.
That is how we traditionally use these leisure contraptions in Ohio, where I live.
When I was in Brazil, a hammock was rigged up on an upper outside porch to sleep in more comfortable outside breezes. I definitely spent some time taking advantage of that.
It is just so relaxing to look up into the sky and trees while cradled in a net of sturdy cotton.
If you have ever owned a hammock, you might have experienced how short-lived they can be, or less comfortable when made from flimsy materials.
I found a solution. For many years I’ve heard of “Pawleys Island” brand. Their great workmanship and fine materials result in much better satisfaction.
Now To Compare
If you see those which are imported from Brazil:
The biggest difference between these two types of hammock is noticeable. One is a mesh of netting (The Pawley Island), and the other is solid fabric. Both are very comfortable. The PI type is hung on stretcher bars to provide a comfy surface, while the Brazilian is hung from hooks connected to the support ( walls of a porch).
If situating a hammock in the yard, in our climate where quite a bit rain falls, an outside hammock needs the netting to avoid pooling water. I always have to dump remaining water from my canvas chairs, even though they are meant for outdoor use. Solid materials will tend to hold small pools of rainwater. The netted type of hammock will not collect any water.
The Brazilian style is very compact when not in use, because there are no spreader bars. It can be unhooked from one side and hung on one single side for storage when not in use.
Which one for you? For me, a place under the trees will make my decision for me- I am very happy to rig up the Pawley Island Hammock into my backyard trees.
What about you? Any happy memories of napping out in the open in one of these? Do you use one when camping or on the porch? What materials and construction have you found most satisfactory- let me know in the comments.
I love the way the English often create little summer houses tucked away in their gardens. It has always been something I would like to have created here, but don’t really need with all my porches !
Yet, the idea of a little roofed and furnished place outside where one can take some tea or write quietly in a notebook is a happy thought.
I have spent a bit of time browsing the world of widgets. Who knew how prolific the inventive minds of widget makers could be? I added a cute puppy pic for each day to my blog here- well, just because!
Cute little puppies and kitties can make you feel happy, whether it is in real life or photos. (Just so long as we don’t think about toilet training… no…move right along and enjoy the pictures 🙂
Google gadgets is just one of the sites to explore- but I haven’t had time to check out the others. See if there is anything you like for your page- I bet you will find something.
The original intent for my website was to focus on the positives of life as expressed by the theme of my page is one point from a bible text,
I felt there ought to be a place where you can go when you need happy thoughts.
I had already developed my truegrit blog into a place where I could address disturbing issues if need be…. but I somehow lost that mental and spiritual place of focusing on the positive.
So here is…. for your pleasure and mine, “Happy Thoughts”.
Happy Thoughts as it was on blogspot was folded into this site.
Here is where only things that somehow uplift or solace or rejoice the heart will be found. Whatever I deem it be at that particular moment. So, in a sense, it will be recording my idea of happiness. Sometimes something to eat, and sometimes a favorite quote, and sometimes just me having ….you know what I am going to say:) ….. HAPPY THOUGHTS.
Here’s to all of us! Cheers!
Updated:
All the content from the Happy Thoughts blog has been merged into “Ilona’s Reflecting Pool”, since the goal of both blogs were the same and topics lapped over. enjoy the “Mood Helium”.
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