Tuesday, May 24, 2011

Le Petit Pont

This little bridge, petit pont in the rear garden leads to the gazebo; on one side is the drystream, on the other side the pond. Here it is in May covered with the wonderful rose Climbing Pinkie.



In early May I set out all the umbrellas in the seating areas. I love the splash of color that they add...what I don't love is scrubbing them down for storage at the end of the summer. But it is worth it.



Here is the view of the bridge on the pond side. In late April I put on my waders and get into the pond to dredge and clean it out. Yucky! I wish I had a couple of 'minons' like Sunny at Life in Rehab has to help me out...maybe they would like to come to California for visit.




Yes...I do have fish in the pond, at least when the raccoons and egrets leave them alone. But my favorite pond occupants are the waterlilies. Both the pond and the bridge were built by my talented husband, Raleigh, he was an excellent craftsman both with wood and stone.



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43 comments:

  1. hostess of the humble bungalowMay 24, 2011 at 7:33 AM

    Your sweet rose covered bridge and pond look so wonderful and tranquil.
    You are a gifted artist in the garden.

    Have fun pottering about in your sunny patch!

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  2. One PhotoMay 24, 2011 at 7:41 AM

    Oh you have a beautiful garden - lovely captures, the light reflections are perfect.

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  3. Adrienne ShubinMay 24, 2011 at 7:42 AM

    What a lovely bridge. I would adore having a pond in our backyard. Maybe someday we can make that happen. I have a friend who keeps a few koi ponds on her 11 acre property. I love going there and watching them swim around. She has problems with predators too....so there aren't too many fish to watch.

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  4. KathysueMay 24, 2011 at 7:53 AM

    Adrienne your yard has wonderful views at every turn. It is so picturesque!! I love it , Kathysue

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  5. maría ceciliaMay 24, 2011 at 8:13 AM

    Everything is so beautiful and lovely here dear Adrienne, such a beauty you have created!!!! Wish I could walk by that bridge!!!!
    hugs dear

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  6. HeatherMay 24, 2011 at 8:18 AM

    The rose, the bridge, the pond...everything is just beautiful!

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  7. Musings from Kim K.May 24, 2011 at 8:25 AM

    What a beautiful and tranquil setting. I'll be showing off this post to my husband tonight.

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  8. Gail DixonMay 24, 2011 at 8:33 AM

    Such a peaceful and gorgeous garden. The red umbrellas are a nice touch.

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  9. ClausMay 24, 2011 at 9:17 AM

    What a magical garden you have! Very lovely, and in summer it must be even more special to be at. thank you for sharing!, and for letting the mind wander and imagine oneself in such pretty places...instead of being at work, locked in a-wall office :o(
    have a lovely day! :o)

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  10. Travel With LuluMay 24, 2011 at 9:43 AM

    This would make a perfect wedding site, don't you think? How do you ever leave?! XOL

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  11. TriciaMay 24, 2011 at 10:15 AM

    Your yard is just amazing! I love the beautiful roses and the little pond.

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  12. Life in RehabMay 24, 2011 at 11:19 AM

    Adrienne, how do you do it all? You could command a cover charge for a tour of your gardens! That bridge is so beautiful. I love the unexpected pop of the umbrellas. And you are the Mistress of the Roses.

    Thank you for the sweet shout out as well. Name your Minion.

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  13. Life In a Little HouseMay 24, 2011 at 11:44 AM

    Wow how beautiful that most be wonderful to sit and enjoy ~Great pictures ~Love Heather

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  14. CarolynMay 24, 2011 at 12:24 PM

    This is all so beautiful! Looks like a great place to spend the summer. I love the rose.
    Thank you for all your kind words on my blog too.

    Carolyn

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  15. ornellaMay 24, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    Cara Adrienne il tuo giardino è stupendo! E quella rosa sullo stagnetto la trovo così romantica! Un bacio Ornella

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  16. KarieMay 24, 2011 at 3:26 PM

    What a beautiful gareden! A lovely place for day dreaming and tranquility. Your blog is gorgeous also. I have enjoyed reading your other posts. Thanks for sharing so much loveliness. And thank you for stopping by my blog and leaving a sweet comment. Hope you will come back again. Hugs, Karie

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  17. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleMay 25, 2011 at 4:12 AM

    How beautiful! Thanks for sharing at WUW.

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  18. Pat@Back Porch MusingsMay 25, 2011 at 5:03 AM

    Hi Adrienne...I just commented on this post, only it is on your May 17 post. Been having off and on problems posting comments so switched to Firefox...so far so good.

    I showed this post to J. We both enjoyed seeing your bridge across the pond and dry creek. Gorgeous!

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  19. Candy @ The Little Round TableMay 25, 2011 at 5:47 AM

    Beautiful setting and your 'Pinkie' looks fabulous on the little bridge!

    Thanks for joining the party,
    Candy

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  20. CindyMay 25, 2011 at 6:32 AM

    Oh, could I come an stay with you for awhile in your beautiful garden? You and your husband have truly orchestrated a heaven on earth.

    Have a lovely Memorial Day!
    Cindy

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  21. .May 25, 2011 at 12:06 PM

    Soooo dreamy!!

    I'm sure it must warm your heart to be able to go into your garden and see all the things your wonderful husband built.

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  22. Valerie@chateaualamode.typepad.comMay 25, 2011 at 1:45 PM

    Seriously, seriously, is that your home? Oh my goodness. It's so beautiful. I must come by for tea in your garden one day :)

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  23. AndreaMay 25, 2011 at 7:29 PM

    Gorgeous gardens and pond! We too have a pond, but I've never cleaned it out....maybe I should get on that =)

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  24. AnonymousMay 25, 2011 at 8:14 PM

    Beautiful backyard! We used to have a pond with fish too, and cleaned it out every spring. Yuck is right. But it was so worth it. Is that an orange tree in your yard?

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  25. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageMay 25, 2011 at 8:38 PM

    What a lovely spot in your garden! It will be just wonderful for you to sit here all summer. You really should find you some minions!

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  26. UnknownMay 26, 2011 at 1:01 AM

    OMG I love the bond and the bridge. You are so lucky to have garden that big and the bond, it is my dream:)

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  27. DarlaMay 26, 2011 at 4:30 AM

    The little bridge could be a Thomas Kinkade painting.

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  28. Alison @ The PolohouseMay 26, 2011 at 6:14 AM

    Hi Adrienne!
    Every time I stop by here I feel like I am entering a romance novel's English garden scene... though i don't read them... this is the perfect garden I envision.
    Sooo lovely.
    Sooo dreamy!

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  29. MarieMay 26, 2011 at 7:58 AM

    What a stunning garden Adrienne! J'adore the petit pont - tres jolie Madam! Love how it's surrounded by your pink roses.

    Happy Cottage Flora Thursdays!
    -Marie

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  30. Becca's DirtMay 26, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    Oh my goodness. That is so pretty. Like looking at an issue of a Country Living or something.

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  31. AdrienneMay 26, 2011 at 2:41 PM

    What a wonderful place in your garden! I love the little bridge.
    ~Adrienne~

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  32. SusanMay 26, 2011 at 9:21 PM

    Oh my, this is just stunning. I would love a place like that!

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  33. KathyMay 26, 2011 at 11:43 PM

    Gorgeous bridge and roses - so very romantic,
    Kathy

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  34. Craft Until Your Art's ContentMay 27, 2011 at 12:39 AM

    This is so dreamy...... Just love it. Ok so now I want to add a pond to my garden.... I need to make a list!

    Kelly

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  35. Melynda@Scratch Made Food!May 27, 2011 at 5:40 AM

    Your own private get-a-way!

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  36. CatherineMay 27, 2011 at 11:15 AM

    very nice,lovely view like at Giverny!

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  37. A Whole Lotta MagicMay 27, 2011 at 5:48 PM

    Absolutely enchanting!

    Sue
    xo

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  38. carol annMay 27, 2011 at 8:44 PM

    What a beautiful place! If my garden looked like yours, I would never go inside!

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  39. TriciaMay 28, 2011 at 9:19 PM

    Hi Adrienne! I just wanted to come over again and thank you for sharing your pretty post at Photo Feature Friday! Hope you're having a good weekend.

    ~tricia

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  40. Liz @ the Brambleberry CottageJune 10, 2011 at 3:19 PM

    I would absolutely love to tour your lovely gardens in person, Adrienne! You have added so many beautiful flowers and such interesting visual elements, I'm sure it's a delight to wander the grounds.

    Thanks for linking this beautiful flora and fauna to Time Travel Thursday.

    Hugs,
    Liz @ the Brambleberry Cottage
    http://thebrambleberrycottage.blogspot.com/

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  41. Liz @ Sit With Me In My GardenJune 14, 2011 at 9:15 PM

    Your bridge and pond look wonderful! Those roses growing on the handrail are fabulous! So many blooms too! We gave up on our small man made pond and put in a fountain instead! I miss the fish and the frogs!

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  42. FaytheJune 28, 2011 at 6:32 PM

    I love your little bridge & pond hide away. I wish I could come & stay! I never had much luck with roses?? It is nice to have such a handy hubby too ;) ~Faythe @GMT

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