Monday morning photos | Longwood Fall 2019
by Elouise
What would we do without nature’s stunning beauty? Especially now, in the midst of disappointment, betrayals, upheavals, back-stabbings and fury. Here’s a quick Monday-morning peek at the way nature reaches out to us.
Granted, it isn’t always pretty. It is, however, a reminder that whatever I think I am on this speck of dust, I’m not alone or forgotten.
The roses above are in a small rose garden at Longwood. It’s being redesigned, and will make its debut next spring. In the meantime, the gardeners created a mixed company of compatible plants, including roses.
Everything doesn’t always need to be in bright colors. On the way into the Visitor’s Center, we saw several gorgeous examples of fall beauty in browns and grays.
Finally, one last look at the small garden arrangement just outside the Visitor’s Center. An autumn extravaganza of enthusiasm!
The last several weeks have been filled with unexpected challenges. Last week’s visit to Longwood reminded me that we’re not alone, and that autumn has its own gracious and graceful beauty, unlike any other season.
Happy Monday to each of you, whether you’re in the autumn flameout years of your life or not.
Elouise♥
© Elouise Renich Fraser, 14 October 2019
Photos taken by DAFraser, 7 October 2019, Longwood Gardens
A much needed “Aaaahhhh” amidst the craziness!
Thank you, Elouise!
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You’re welcome! And it’s only Monday! 😟😲😊
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Beautiful composition Really like the single rose in midst of coleus.
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I missed the second rose peeking behind the coleus leaf the first time looking at the picture.
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I loved this, too. It struck me as having an old-fashioned look–especially the combination of colors. And yes, I saw your next comment. Thanks, Dave. 🙂
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Yes, the rose and coleus are lovely. I’m drawn to the brown leafed whisps against the blue sky. There may be a quilt idea there. Oh, and the “flameout” phrase. Love it!
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Aren’t they stunning? I love the combination of colors in this one, two. And you’re so right about this having a quilt idea in it! Flameout time indeed….:) Thanks, Penny.
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Your photos are stunningly beautiful! 🙂 What an amazing place…teeming with life, healing, beauty, peace, and joy! You are right…we are NOT alone or forgotten…and nature can bring us what we need. 🙂
Prayers for the challenges…expected or unexpected.
(((HUGS)))
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Thank you so much for your comment and prayers. After spending most of today at one of my doctor’s offices (a longish drive there and back), D and I went for a gorgeous walk around the neighborhood. Wonderful! Just what the doctor ordered! 😊
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You’re welcome! 🙂
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