Monet’s water garden
Now. It is time. Let me explain: We traveled to Paris four months ago and then I started a new work schedule, and then the kids’ gruelling swimming and Irish dancing schedules kicked in and life in general has just kept me all too busy to write about our wonderful trip to Monet’s garden. But now, following the terrible events in Paris on Friday the 13th of November, the situation has presented itself to me that to write about Monet’s garden will in some small way connect me to the people of Paris. There is too much beauty in our world to let the ugly acts of a few destroy that. So please, come with me on a little escape into the beautiful world of Monet’s Gardens…
beauty and tranquility
I enjoyed the water gardens immensely. There was something peaceful and beautiful in that experience, despite being surrounded by many, many people!
water lilies
I love the water.
collage of water lilies
splashes of pink
such a sunny day to enjoy the beautiful views
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Before touring a different section of the gardens, here are a few pictures from the inside of Monet’ house.
looking out into the gardens
This room housed many copies of the artist’s work. There was a large, lovely window looking out into the gardens, as well.
another view
The dining room
Color played an important role in the house, as can be noted in the (quite) yellow dining room.
The working kitchen had beautiful blue tiles
The blue tiles in the working kitchen were my favorite, though.
View from upstairs in the house
My son was nice enough to take a picture of the rest of the family in front of Monet’s house
Let me now welcome you into the gardens at the front of the house.
View of the pink house with green shutters
The house is pink. Truly pink… with green shutters. 🙂
arches of flowers and so much color!
which angle is best…
of course there were chickens
I simply loved all of it
a picture with no people!
I loved how they worked this cooking apple tree into hedging
apple tree hedging
It was rather difficult to get a good view of “everything”
so I captured groupings of flowers and colors … or so that was my intention!
the orange section
the yellow section
pinks and purples and a piece of the house in the upper left corner of the picture
lots and lots of pinks…
my new favorite: a mimosa tree!
gorgeous colors all around the garden
I can almost feel the sun with these pictures
yellow collage
peach
more yellows
timeless beauties
splashes of color everywhere
There are sad times in our world today. But I hope we don’t stop showing compassion and love for one another, or stop enjoying the beauty which is all around us. Our prayers are of course with all of those affected by terrorism.
With Love and In Peace,
Dana
a pop of color in what feels like “gray times”…
Mom in the Garden 
A truly beautiful garden and wonderful flowers I’d like to visit very – hopefully soon. It’s only a short flight for mr. And yes compassion and love matter. Thank you for this lovely blog post. It lightened my mood. Take care love bec xx
Hi Bec, I’m glad it lightened your mood and that you enjoyed the post. It was very kind of you to say so. Xx Dana
Dana, this was a beautiful walk thru Monet’s garden and so timely! Thank you and Happy Thanksgiving to you all!
Hi Judi! I’m glad you enjoyed the “tour”. Thank you, and a very Happy Thanksgiving to you, Len, and all of your family! Xx Dana
Oh what a delicious garden…one I would never want to leave. I can see how it was an inspiration for one of my favorite artists…and the kitchen and dining room are also beautiful…I am so glad you shared this.
Hi Donna! It really is such a slice of heaven! The colors were magnificent. I have to say that the water garden was a place I could stay (and stay, and stay). Thanks for your lovely comments! 🙂
What happened and is still happening is awful, shocking and disgusting. But your post shows that men are able to create beauty too which is imporant to remember in spite of all this. Best wishes
Hi Annette, agreed. Always look for the good, as it really is all around us. Xx Dana
What beautiful flowers and wacky-lookin’ chickens! xD
I agree, those chickens are a little bit different looking 🙂
For some reason your posts aren’t showing up in my reader. So happy I stopped by today. I’ve seen Monet’s garden but it was on a rainy day in the spring. Such a different look and your photos are wonderful.
Just wanted to stop back by to wish you an your family all the best in this new year.
Hi Karen, It is so very nice of you to “stop by”. Thank you! My adjustment to work and family schedules this year has been, well, exhausting. So my blogging has fallen to the wayside, including my visits to even your fantastic blog! I really hope to find a little more free time to enjoy these small pleasures again soon! (Happy belated New Year!) 🙂
I worry about my blogging friends when I don’t see posts for a while, happy to know that you are fine and that life has just gotten hectic. All the best to you and your family. 🙂
ah, that is so sweet Karen. Thank you 😉