It’s been a busy week. Places to go, people to see, not the least of which was our daughter and her hubby. By the time you read this, they’ll be on a plane homeward bound and it most likely will be at least a year before we see them again.
I’m writing this post a little at a time. In a few minutes, I have to get my face on and go to a wedding in NY. I didn’t have much time this week to get as much done as I would have liked around the house, but I thought you might enjoy these pictures, and in between I’ll update you on a few things.
Last week we went to Shelburne Falls which is well known for its ‘Bridge of Flowers’. Although we’ve been coming to Massachusetts as weekenders for nine years and now live here full time, for some reason we never took the time to visit this cute little artsy town, but what better time to visit if not a lovely Autumn day?
I had some fun editing some of these pictures, but believe it or not the above picture isn’t edited at all. I really don’t know how I pulled off this black background other than having the aperture wide open, but isn’t it cool?
Just before we entered the town I saw this house and knew I was headed somewhere I wanted to be. This house happens to be home to a photography business, and I don’t know about you, but I think I’d be happy to go to work every day if it looked like this.
At the end of the main street in town is where the Bridge of Flowers is. Shortly after entering, you will see this well established Wisteria tree. Just look at the trunk on this beauty! I don’t think I’ve ever seen one quite this large.
Like many of you, I love flowers, but admittedly I’m terrible about naming the different varieties. I just know what I like. Most of what is on display now on the Bridge are Dahlias, and I think next to Peonies, they’re one of my favorites.
Some of you know I’ve been having issues with my iPad after updating a couple of weeks ago. One of the most notable problems is what I’m experiencing if I try to comment on a Blogger blog. If you don’t have the option for a name/url, I have to comment by just typing in a character so I’m fooling it into thinking I commented, then logging into Google, then returning to your blog and typing my comment. It took me a while to figure it out. At first, I was typing my entire comment only to come back after logging in and it would be gone. Another option is to type the entire comment then copy it, log in, then paste upon returning, but that didn’t always work so I’m sticking with what does. So…if you’re on Blogger and you have that comment system and I’m commenting, know that I love you mucho!
The wedding was lovely last night! The ceremony took place on the Hudson in NY, overlooking beautiful scenery just as the sun was setting. I hope to share some pictures soon. Looks like I used up my data for the month on my phone. I took a couple of videos at the wedding, one of which was more than 10 minutes long of my daughter giving her speech to the bride. She was the matron of honor and I have to say did a fabulous job! She had a recollection of something that happened when she was 4 with the bride that involved me. While it was vivid in her mind, it’s something I barely recall happening. Funny, the things we remember…
We are having dinner at a friends tonight and yesterday before we left for NY I made a cheesecake to bring. It is by far the best cheesecake I’ve ever eaten! After having it at a friend’s a couple of weeks ago I had to get the recipe. I hope to share that too, but it’s always difficult to get pictures in situations like this (but I’ll try).
I’m still blown away by this picture! Do you like the black background, or am I just weird?
There’s a little store just at the foot of the Bridge. The side faces the water and there are three window boxes. I was able to get a close up shot of one. Isn’t it pretty?
Few things can rival Mother Nature’s beauty in the Fall, especially in New England. This was taken a little over a week ago. From now until next week, the leaves will be at their peak.
I know what you’re thinking…’what the heck is that?’ Shelburne Falls is home to granite pot holes, millions of years in the making, taking on the shapes we see today about 14,000 years ago, during the last glacial ice age. It looks surreal and almost creepy doesn’t it? If you’d like to learn a bit more about them and see pictures far better than mine, here’s a link.
In other news…
Have you noticed my new profile pic? The other one was three years old. I was starting to look at it and wondering who that person was, so I got my hair cut and colored on Friday and did a selfie using my tripod. General consensus dictates changing one’s profile pic every two years, so I was long overdue.
For several months now I’ve been posting once a week, usually on Sunday evenings. I’m enjoying this slower pace, but at the same time there are lots of tidbits that are getting lost in the sauce. You know…the kinds of things that on their own aren’t necessarily worth posting about but really make up our day to day lives. I’m not big with social media, but lately I’ve been posting random pics on Instagram so if you’d like to keep up with my super exciting, celebrity filled life you can follow me by clicking here. I would love to see you there!
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Al says
I love the flowers, especially the window box. So many beautiful colours. Also, one of the first things I noticed was the new profile picture. If two years is the standard, I’d better update mine too.
Vashti Quiroz-Vega says
Hi Doreen! Great pictures! Yes, I do love the picture of the flower and the black background. The flower looks like a beacon in the night. I also love the pictures with the bees and the ones with the holes in the rocks. They are creepy. I wonder how deep they are. I’m definitely going to check out the link you provided. I love your new profile picture. You look beautiful. In February 2015 my picture will be 2 years old so I guess I’ll have to change it soon too. I can’t wait to see pictures of your daughter’s visit and the wedding. 😀
Sue says
Yes! I love the black background and all the flower photos are extremely good. Nice to see that cute photography house too.
Denise says
Great post! Now that you post only once a week, I wait with anticipation to see what you’ve been up to. Thanks for sharing and educating us at the same time! xxDenise
Feral Turtle says
WOW Some gorgeous pictures! I love peonies and dahlias too! Thanks for sharing.
Donna says
Beautious flowers and your new profile pix too!
Cecilia says
Beautiful photos…yes the black background is really cool…makes that flower really stand out! What lens were you using. I’m taking a photography class so I can use my camera better! Having fun…I’ll be sharing pictures soon.
Love the new profile picture! Hope you had a blast with your daughter.
Hugs,
Cecilia
Doreen@househoneys says
Hi Cecilia! I tried to email you but I think you’re a no reply blogger. I used a 85mm prime for most of these shots. I only have two lenses…that one and a 18-135mm which is a little more flexible.
Jane says
Thanks for sharing the beautiful flowers (your photography is wonderful!), this neat town and all that you’ve been up to! I noticed your new profile pic right away! Gorgeous!
Jane xx
andi says
Beautiful photos!!!! Incredible! And here I was going to be all like HEY! Great new sidebar picture of YOU too! And you’d be all like impressed that I noticed and there you went and told me about it at the end anyway.
=D
-andi
kelly says
I noticed your new profile pic instantly. Very pretty! The wedding sounded so pretty. This is such a great time of year for an outdoor wedding. All of your flower pics are gorgeous too. Wish I had some of those blooming in my yard right now.
Poppy says
Before the fresh and fabulous flowers, the colourful and charming photography business, and the pretty, purple window box, there was a new profile pic of a beautiful gal, that stole the spotlight, despite its petite pixel size, because of her sparkling blue eyes! Yes, even MORE dazzling than her precious portrait of ‘Pink Petals in the Night’, (which she featured twice) – even this, could not upstage her own self-portrait, snapped after a sassy session at the salon!
Love you mucho, too!
Your Blogger Bud,
Poppy xoxo
Pinky at Designs by Pinky says
Hi Doreen, love your new profile picture and LOVE dalhias tyoo! Your photos are GORGEOUS!!! Yes, I love the black background. Beautiful!!!
Julie says
Hi Doreen, I love your new profile photo and I’m now following you on Instagram too. I hope you’ll follow me back too. I’m @brklynhousewife – I love all the pretty flower photos too. Take care.
Julie @ Julie’s Lifestyle
Shirley@Housepitality Designs says
You have been one busy lady…I am sure you miss your daughter so very much…love the “Bridge of Flowers”…and what gorgeous pics of the flowers!….and love your new profile pic…I need a new one too!
Magali@TheLittleWhiteHouse says
I love your new profile picture. Your dalia photos are all amazing.
Deb @ Frugal Little Bungalow says
the black background makes the flower looks as if it is part of a fireworks display at first glance…loved it ! 🙂
Amy @ Ms. Toody Goo Shoes says
I think all of your photos are frame-worthy, Doreen, but yes, that red one is spectacular! Love that window box, too — and your new profile pic is beautiful!
cathy@My1929Charmer says
Loving the flowers and I too love the flower box…I just finished putting our together! Your profile picture looks really good…I need to get one of me, but I don’t think I’ve ever seen picture of myself that I’ve liked. Love the town, and oh my that house!
Patti says
What an enchanting place! The flowers are just gorgeous, how wonderous, a bridge of flowers!
Love the new picture!
Hugs,
Patti
Miss Kitty says
Gorgeous flowers, Doreen!!! Thank you so much for taking time to snap those great photos and sharing those with us.
Jody says
Love all your beautiful photos of flowers. Would love for you to share at Simple & Sweet Fridays this week!
Jody