Thursday, August 4, 2016

A Garden of Delight


The most delightful sign stood in the rose garden.


It welcomed and was quaint.


As a matter of fact, the whole garden was quite enchanting.



It spread out behind an elderly housing complex in Longmeadow, Massachusetts.


There were many simply breathtaking flowering plants in a startling variety of shapes and sizes.


Such a terrific setting has to make visitors and residents feel totally at peace.


WHAT ASPECT MAKES A GARDEN LOVELY TO YOU?





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16 comments:

  1. Chatty CroneAugust 3, 2016 at 7:10 AM

    You know when your post came up to read I lost my breathe it was so beautiful. It makes me feel so good to see beauty like that - reminds God is in control.

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  2. Linda @ A La CarteAugust 3, 2016 at 7:19 AM

    What a lovely garden!

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  3. CherylAugust 3, 2016 at 8:10 AM

    This is just so beautiful, Susan. I am so happy to know that they have gone to such lengths to make the elderly folks there have such a wonderful, peaceful setting in which to live. It was SO wonderful seeing you had stopped by my blog. You are always such a welcome blessing to me. God bless you abundantly in return!

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  4. NellieAugust 3, 2016 at 12:25 PM

    Beautiful garden, Susan! Not good at making such a nice display here.:-( Really an area for improvement. XO

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  5. Dayle ~ A Collection of DaysAugust 3, 2016 at 1:11 PM

    Such gorgeous gardens.

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  6. ValerieAugust 3, 2016 at 1:33 PM

    How beautiful Susan! =)

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  7. SandiAugust 3, 2016 at 2:00 PM

    Lovely!!

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  8. diane.stetsonAugust 3, 2016 at 4:15 PM

    oh I love the different colors in a garden. To think that those people there have that beauty to see on a daily basis is wonderful. I'm so glad I got to see it in person too!

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  9. BabsAugust 3, 2016 at 7:32 PM

    I agree with Diane .....the color was striking. Also the variety was amazing. I like the intoxicating smell of some flower varieties. I always look at the flowers because I have aways loved what they do for my spirit.

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  10. TARYTERREAugust 3, 2016 at 8:52 PM

    gardens are indeed enchanting. Love that pretty orange bloom.

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  11. DeniseAugust 4, 2016 at 8:02 AM

    Hello Susan,What a treat to see such a pretty garden.I love English gardens but any garden would be nice for Me. Since We moved from Our home to retirement apartments, We share a garden with the other retirees.Miss My own garden.Off to catch up on Your posts.I've been on a small vacation to San Diego.Good to be home.Hugs to You-Denise

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  12. Red Rose AlleyAugust 4, 2016 at 12:07 PM

    What a beautiful garden, Susan, and such a wonderful sign. That first picture is so pretty. It made my day. :)

    love, ~Sheri

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  13. marianneAugust 4, 2016 at 4:30 PM

    The gardens look lovely; sorry I had to miss that trip.

    I do like a rather casual looking garden with touches of whimsy and anything with roses makes it a favorite.

    Thanks for posting the pictures of the gardens there.

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  14. bailiAugust 5, 2016 at 5:24 AM

    they are enchanting just loved them so beautiful though

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  15. AlexisAugust 5, 2016 at 7:55 AM

    Beautiful! The sign is awesome! Love the photos!

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  16. Terra August 5, 2016 at 10:42 AM

    I like all these elements and the seniors who live them must have lots of smiles when they see this beauty and the sign. My post today is about a nursing/retirement home I visit and they have a central courtyard with beautiful plants and chairs and a gazebo.

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