Sane, Simple, Sacred: Our Enchanted Evening

Our Enchanted Evening

Husband and I enjoyed a leisurely stroll this evening through our

County Extension Gardens just a few miles up the road from us.

I was amazed at the condition of the gardens

given the challenging summer weather we've had!

The beautiful views were the "crown" on a beautiful day

that included a time of Bible study, lunch, and sharing with some wonderful

Christian friends this morning.

(The mirrors were new to the gardens - if I remember correctly...)

21 comments:

Kay G.August 24, 2012 at 8:49 PM
Beautiful garden. You are lucky to have this so near to you.
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Crown of BeautyAugust 24, 2012 at 9:34 PM
Wow, you mean you could just walk to this place anytime you want to?

The flowers are lovely, despite the drought. Must be a well watered garden.

Pictures are beautiful!

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BookieAugust 24, 2012 at 9:40 PM
Another lovely walk...and how creative you are with the photos!
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Terra August 24, 2012 at 11:29 PM
I like that top photo, very artistically done.
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elizabethAugust 24, 2012 at 11:38 PM
I love this post and the photos of you especially!
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UnknownAugust 25, 2012 at 4:14 AM
beautiful photos and i like Ralph Waldo Emerson quotes.
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AnonymousAugust 25, 2012 at 7:39 AM
Love your photos! Few things top a good day like a nice walk with hubby!
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BeanAugust 25, 2012 at 9:29 AM
Wow were are these gardens located, are they open to the public? It looks like a great place to visit. Fab pics.

Bean
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FABBY'S LIVINGAugust 25, 2012 at 2:29 PM
Beautiful garden and great photography. You look wonderful in the picture frame, such fun. Such an awesome place to visit. Happy weekend.
FABBY
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DeeAugust 25, 2012 at 4:27 PM
I think I said it once before...but here goes again...I love the mirror photo's.
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LisaShawAugust 25, 2012 at 4:43 PM
Absolutely beautiful photos Rebecca and nothing like a good walk with hubby to make it complete. I'd love to have a place like this up the road from us.

I pray all is well with you and your family!! So glad I could pop in and visit today!

Blessings!
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GlendaAugust 25, 2012 at 5:32 PM
Beautiful, refreshing place . . . I love the mirror shots, too!
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Nellie's Cozy PlaceAugust 25, 2012 at 6:06 PM
Hi Rebecca,
what a lovely place to visit, and what a great idea that had adding the mirrors.
Everything is beautiful and looks like a place to linger and relax.
Fun stuff...........
Blessings, Nellie
and yes, we were more that a lil delighted to get our car back, still running
great almost like a new car. Thanks for rejoicing with us.

Blessings, Nellie
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Antique ART GardenAugust 25, 2012 at 8:38 PM
Very nice, and even more nice is spending tinme with yoru husband doing things, you are blessed...that is a rarity for me.take care, Gina
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Deanna Rabe - Creekside Cottage BlogAugust 25, 2012 at 10:15 PM
That's lovely! The mirrors are a nice touch too.

That garden is a gift....

Deanna
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DianaAugust 27, 2012 at 8:09 AM
Very pretty and I love the mirrors!!
Love Di ♥
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MoAugust 29, 2012 at 4:07 PM
HEY! I spy zinnias! Beautiful.
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Jacquelyn StagerAugust 30, 2012 at 9:45 AM
just lovely! sounds like a day to savor for a long time!
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