So, did you notice my cool new blog design? I was lucky enough to win a giveaway over at The Shabbee Chick’s blog, I now have my very own blog makeover. Amber did a great job and was very patient with all my little changes and I just love the new look! Head on over for your own blog makeover, if you’re looking for a sassy new style.
We’ve got some beautiful fall color going on right now that I had to share with you. These 3 pics are all in my neighborhood showing our beautiful and colorful hills.
It doesn’t totally capture the majesty, but you get the idea. I know many of you have probably already lost your leaves, but we are still in full fall color mode around here and our hills look like a painted canvas.
Recently, a friend and I went to an event at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, called Antiques in the Garden. It turned out that the antiques part was fun to look at, but WAY too pricey for my blood, so we decided to take a stroll through the gardens to see how it looks for Fall. And might I say, it looks beautiful.
I should have taken a picture of one of the pair of Staffordshire dogs that I saw for sale (darn it!). There was one black and white pair that looked so much like the pair I scored at the estate sale for $6…and the pricetag was $3,900, yes you read that right. Now that’s unbelievable! Of course, I’m sure there is a reason for the price difference, but it sure doesn’t matter to me. I’m just going by the looks of them.
Pumpkins were plentiful at the gardens.
This lily pond was so tranquil.
And this dragonfly was posing so sweetly for me.
I was surprised the rose garden was still blooming prolifically. I didn’t think they keep blooming this far into Fall.
A lovely arbor.
Lush ferns and groundcovers in the shady areas. I can always get so much inspiration from coming here.
Even the bark of this tree is pretty.
A quiet and peaceful pond is tucked away.
Lantern hanging on a stone post.
Sweet little cherub.
Entrance to the Southern Living garden.
All the summer plants are still looking so pretty.
Impatiens and sweet potato vine.
A pretty fountain with water trickling down.
And another pretty fountain.
Hope you enjoyed strolling through the gardens with us!
Thank you all so much for the great comments on the guestroom redo. I get the feeling you really like it. 🙂 It was so much fun to do and I really enjoyed sharing it with all of you.
Please check out a new to me site called, Decor Medley! I was recently contacted by Giorgina to do an interview for her site, so please click over there and take a look. Be sure to browse around this very informative decorating blog and read the other interviews (I’m in fine company!), as well as the fun design topics she has featured. It was fun to do, thank you Giorgina!
Also, there’s a giveaway here at Blessed Mama’s, for all sorts of goodies in her Etsy shop! Check it out.
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The photos are lovely! I didn’t know Southern Living had their own garden… 🙂
ok, maybe that didn’t work. the blog is http://www.aplaceforstamps.blogspot.com/
I “stumbled” onto your website in a search on Southern things. What a stunning webpage! I love the pics of the garden, especially the arbor. We’re in the process of having one built…love them!
Hi Rhonda,
I see your on a roll with the black and white! Looks great! Love the white pumpkins in the barrel, they are hard to find this year!
I love your new re-design. Especially the black and white background.
and, the fall pictures from the garden are beautiful!
Thanks for the lovely stroll, I enjoyed tagging along. Your new blog look, is great, I think its perfect for you. It even goes with your home! Lucky you!
These pictures are stunning. I was so sad this week, we’ve had tons of rain and all the pretty leaves fell off.
I am visiting via BATW and wanted to tell you how much I enjoyed reading some of your posts..especially the room re-do. It’s just beautiful. Come visit Texas..:)
This is a beautiful time of year. We are lucky to live in such a perfect spot… a few hours to the mountains and to the beach!!
The new look is beautiful!
I love the pictures of the botanical gardens. The pond with the statue of the lady sitting at the edge is where my husband proposed to me. We were married in the grassy spot in the Japanese gardens so the place will always hold a special place in my heart. — Brandi
Your beautiful pics remind me of Georgia. We moved from Georgia to Florida 18 years ago. I love the coast but oh how I miss the mountains and colors of North Georgia!
Rhoda, check out my best friend’s decor blog. You and she have a similar decorating style. Her blog highlights the traditions and decor of CHRISTmas. Her blog address: http://colorsofchristmas.blogspot.com/
That was a fun tour! I love your photo tours.
Your blog looks great!!! The pictures are lovely!
Love the new blog look! And your fall pictures are wonderful. Our leaves are all gone now.
Penny
I love the different types of pumpkins. Great pictures of a beautiful place.
Love your new blog design!
xoxo
Diane
Your new design looks great! I wish I could have come along on the garden outing but your pictures were the next best thing. So beautiful!
You’re invited to come share some of your great ideas at my Great Gift Idea party on windycorner. Come on over!
Holley
Hi – I’m sorry my post was incomplete. I wanted to tell you how much I love your pictures! They really evoke the essence of fall! Then that last one looked like the fountain at my husband’s family home in Santa Barbara…which is why I tried to link it up:) Anyway, thank you for always sharing so many great TIPS on LIVING beautifully but smart and the pictures to inspire all of us!
You are a very creative person…I found your blog by accident and am glad I did~
Can’t wait to read more…
Xo Kelly
oooh, everything is blooming beautifully here Rhoda… including your gorgeous new look for your blog!! Love it!
(((hugs)))
Kim