About this time of year we're all wishing for some greenery, flowers and warm breezes. At least that's how it is here in Idaho, so I thought I'd share a couple of pictures of some beautiful gardens.
Just imagine walking with a loved one beneath this allèe..........
Just imagine walking with a loved one beneath this allèe..........
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Or meandering down this azalea strewn path with a child and showing him or her the delights of a "secret place"..........
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Or passing a few private moments on this old park bench while gazing at those lovely pink rhododendrons..........
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Or watching birds flitter about in this bird bath while listening to the tinkle of water while maybe even floating a tiny boat in it..........
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Or walking down this pansy strewn path in the shade of the trees with hostas growing underneath them..........
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Or climbing these lichen or moss covered stone steps to a secret place known only to you and a loved one..........
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Yes, just sit and dream of the new awakening of the earth during these winter months. Ahhhhh, the anticipation. It enlightens my soul!