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June 30, 2015

Looking for Serenity | Photos

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Frequent Visitor to Water Lily Ponds at Longwood Gardens

Every time I visit the water-lily garden at Longwood, I want to sit on a bench and drink in the serenity. I could use a little right now. So here it is. A virtual tour. Free of charge!

This photo looks back toward a large display hall in the Conservatory.
Note the round pond in the center of the courtyard,
with a blossoming lotus plant in the center.

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Six rectangular ponds like this one surround the central pond.

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The garden also includes plants that thrive
in ponds and wetlands, such as
this Dwarf Papyrus from South West Africa.

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Here’s a view looking toward another side of the Conservatory,
water-loving plants in the background.

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Next, close-ups of water lilies in full bloom.

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It takes a lot of effort to keep this garden looking spiffy!

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One last serene lotus blossom.
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God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change,
Courage to change the things I can, and the
Wisdom to know the difference.

Click here to read the full text of the original prayer.

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© Elouise Renich Fraser, 29 June 2015
Photo credit: DAFraser, October 2005, July 2014, June 2015
Full text of serenity prayer attributed to Reinhold Niebuhr, written in 1926.

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June 26, 2015

deep purple iris

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deep purple iris
unfurls soft silky petals
brushed with gold highlights

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June 24, 2015

brushed lightly

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brushed lightly
on canvas with
love from God

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I can’t help thinking about Howard Finster and his bold paintings
sent to us and all creation with enthusiastic love. Read the rest of this entry »

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June 21, 2015

Sunday Sunshine

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~~~Tea for Two. Aren’t they elegant?

I’m a sucker for children’s gardens anywhere. Since the weather forecast calls for lots of rain tomorrow, Sunday, here’s a dry stroll through the Children’s Garden in the Longwood Conservatory. It’s all about plants, water, sculpture, fun, and a lot more. Enjoy! Read the rest of this entry »

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June 18, 2015

Early Marriage | Photos 1967

1967 Sep Elouise and David in a park

Time for a break and a little fun. We’re in our second year of marriage, enjoying a visit from D’s Mom. In the photo above D and I are sitting behind a charcoal kiln. We’re somewhere in the area around Boston and the North Shore. D’s Mom took the photo. The pictures below include brief comments on fashion. Mine, of course. Since this photo isn’t particularly fashionable, please keep moving along…. Read the rest of this entry »

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June 12, 2015

Early Marriage | Part 17

My Favorite Childhood Spot for Getting Away

I’ve sometimes wondered how I could spend the rest of my life with D. Not because I hated him, but because we’re so different from each other. Not in seemingly minor ways, but in major ways that being in love tended to obscure or deny.

Overall, my best survival instinct Read the rest of this entry »

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June 11, 2015

Not Hanging Out

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Painted Ladies hanging out on a path at the Longwood Meadow – Shall we Dance?

Dear Readers,
After nearly two weeks of hanging out with our daughter and son-in-law, along with other family members who live in this area, I’m happy to be back to a more normal routine.

Nonetheless, I am most unhappy Read the rest of this entry »

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June 10, 2015

the human shadow

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Mature Dawn Redwood at Longwood Gardens

Yesterday we returned to Longwood Gardens. The photo above is from a stand of towering old trees. George MacDonald’s sonnet for the day had already caught my eye. Here it is, with my take on it below. Read the rest of this entry »

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June 5, 2015

My Secret Garden Annex

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Longwood Gardens, approaching the Meadow

I know. It’s about 45 minutes away from home. But it’s still my secret garden annex. A place of refuge and natural beauty any time of the year, plus occasional romantic walks in the woods.

Not to mention hot and sweaty hikes, Read the rest of this entry »

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June 1, 2015

Dear Bela and What’s Happening | Photos

 

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First what’s happening:

  • Feeling grateful I had a challenging Sabbath
  • Anticipating a visit with our West Coast Daughter and Son-in-Law
  • Going into a different gear for the next 2 weeks of posts. Don’t go away! I’ll still be here.

So who’s Bela? Read the rest of this entry »

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