tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post5986045871528164775..comments2023-10-14T08:27:27.676-07:00Comments on ~~~ Sharon Lovejoy: Sanctuaries of the SpiritSharon Lovejoyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04321160956925191137noreply@blogger.comBlogger40125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-76946262270053113402010-06-22T09:42:11.593-07:002010-06-22T09:42:11.593-07:00Welcome home!Welcome home!Veehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00618654361869856894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-76782666437550394122010-06-22T05:07:21.353-07:002010-06-22T05:07:21.353-07:00WE MADE IT!
Unpacking, cleaning, weeding, raking,...WE MADE IT!<br /><br />Unpacking, cleaning, weeding, raking, walking, watching, and loving every second.<br /><br />Posting later today, but now must get organized as we leave for Cape Cod tomorrow morning for my presentation at Highgate Hall. I look forward to meeting some of you there.<br /><br />More to come asap.<br /><br />Love,<br /><br />SharonSharon Lovejoyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04321160956925191137noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-6480881931949072412010-06-21T18:31:28.378-07:002010-06-21T18:31:28.378-07:00Hi, Sharon! I keep wondering when you are getting...Hi, Sharon! I keep wondering when you are getting to Maine and now I see you have 1000 miles more! I'm sure it will be good for your book, but poor you! I would be so homesick. Hang in there! By the way, we used to live in Hudson, Ohio, and we loved Chagrin Falls, which was nearby! It is a very gardeny part of Ohio, and I hope you will have a wonderful time! Good luck! love, BethBethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07911123778861666041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-16955951845464110672010-06-21T14:33:54.947-07:002010-06-21T14:33:54.947-07:00Sigh, those paintings made me stop and take a brea...Sigh, those paintings made me stop and take a breath. I've worked so hard in the garden today I can hardly think, but thank you for your beautiful words. They paint pictures in my mind. <br /><br />Sending you hugs and safe travels.~~DeeDee @ Red Dirt Ramblingshttp://www.reddirtramblings.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-2270918871652052372010-06-21T11:34:18.383-07:002010-06-21T11:34:18.383-07:00I agree with Vee. I too, love trees, but not so m...I agree with <a href="http://ahavenforvee.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">Vee</a>. I too, love trees, but not so many that they crowd me in.<br /><br />I have told [on my blog] how I love the view from my patio doors, all year long. Loved it, for years and years and years, that is.<br /><br />Present neighbor has a boy friend [is that the proper phrase for now?], who keeps planting trees [which are not-in-great-shape, to begin with] in her back yard. Which my backyard and patio doors overlook. <br /><br />The front yard of her house is neat. In back, they seem to be trying to create a private forest. Which is not so far from the facts, but that's a whole other story.<br /><br />These scraggly trees keep growing and growing, right along the line/fence, between our property and hers. In not long, my view will no longer be of yards, sky and lovely trees, just 'down a ways.' It will be of his "forest," right smack dab on other side of our fence. :-(((<br /><br />So I agree!!!<br /><br />Thank you <a href="http://ahavenforvee.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">Vee</a>.Auntie sezzzzzz...https://www.blogger.com/profile/16170232476926222740noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-8601506542020797202010-06-20T13:29:57.438-07:002010-06-20T13:29:57.438-07:00Wow, Sharon, I'm blown away by this posting. W...Wow, Sharon, I'm blown away by this posting. What a magical, storybook place. Maybe I can make a side trip to visit when GWA meets in Indianapolis in 2011. And that outbuilding - yikes! It should have been in my book. Actually, it deserves its very own book. Or in one of your stories as the setting for a child's adventure.<br />Missing you and thanks for the note about your missing charm. We will find it! I'll email Laura in Europe (she left a week ago).<br />Love to you and to Jeff,<br />Debradebrahttp://www.debraprinzing.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-69726548568917293212010-06-20T10:57:38.882-07:002010-06-20T10:57:38.882-07:00You have such a hectic schedule Sharon! I'm gl...You have such a hectic schedule Sharon! I'm glad to see that at least you get to some nice refuges like this beauty here for inspiration as well as a bit of calm and wandering in the past. Bit by bit, the 1000 will get to only 1 mile away from Maine! good luck and see you on GARDEN GROW ALONG!<br />bisous<br />RonelleAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-56955278216473131652010-06-19T15:39:13.747-07:002010-06-19T15:39:13.747-07:00Dear Sharon,
How wonderful, I would love to be in...Dear Sharon,<br /><br />How wonderful, I would love to be in your pocket, experiancing all that you are. Don't we have such a beautiful country?<br />I bet those last miles will fly by.<br /><br />lots of love,<br />loriLori annhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02860428306713379828noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-17739103625706599232010-06-19T10:57:17.803-07:002010-06-19T10:57:17.803-07:00Dear Sharon
Selma's garden has left me speech...Dear Sharon<br /><br />Selma's garden has left me speechless..~ I just love it. Being on the road must be tough. I am sure that it can be inspiring though. Just seeing all these places must be wonderful. I do know though, that there is no better place like home in ones own garden.. My beautiful vegetable garden and all my beautiful lavender bushes got destroyed by black frost this week. We have had some very cold days. I felt so sad to see everything wilted..I do look forward to lovely new life greeting me in Spring.<br /><br />A happy day to you Sharon<br />Warmest regards<br />Suzannesuzannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16879667220536539227noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-59455426471161679912010-06-19T10:35:44.026-07:002010-06-19T10:35:44.026-07:00Oh Sharon,
You do have a delightful life!
What a w...Oh Sharon,<br />You do have a delightful life!<br />What a wonderful place to see and tour. I can understand your getting homesick though. And I can't wait until you get to Maine, so I can see some of the pics of your gardens there. Plus, that awesome view!<br />Happy Trails to you,<br />CindyCindy (Applestone Cottage)https://www.blogger.com/profile/03761029458170652533noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-52418858112148093582010-06-18T07:55:29.813-07:002010-06-18T07:55:29.813-07:00LOVELY post. My heart is fluttering like it has bu...LOVELY post. My heart is fluttering like it has butterfly wings. Flying to happiness.Lydiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03215242522396155812noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-29166184460344934332010-06-16T17:52:56.996-07:002010-06-16T17:52:56.996-07:00Hello Sharon,
You are certainly a seasoned travel...Hello Sharon,<br /><br />You are certainly a seasoned traveler and have learned to enjoy the gardens where you are. Although I can understand your feeling of wanting to sit a bit and dig in your own garden(s) :-)Noelle Johnson https://www.blogger.com/profile/12198931083102476324noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-24770065409641071382010-06-16T06:06:56.969-07:002010-06-16T06:06:56.969-07:00Reading these comments about trees has been wonder...Reading these comments about trees has been wonderful. We are all opinionated and I like that. What good is conversation if everyone agrees? <br /><br />Look at election results. THE BIG SPLIT-50/50. Half one way, half the other. <br /><br />Don't be afraid to voice your thoughts, but also, don't be afraid to read what others think!<br /><br />Lovingly,<br /><br />SharonSharon Lovejoyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04321160956925191137noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-11441023647175778732010-06-15T20:19:20.903-07:002010-06-15T20:19:20.903-07:00Soon you will be inside your beautiful, dreamy gar...Soon you will be inside your beautiful, dreamy garden,thanks for sharing<br />the works of this amazing artist,<br />The outbuilding is wonderful!<br />Best Wishes from the mountains<br />of western NC (a green sanctuary indeed)<br />Peace,<br />ErikaLancerikahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17266573947021115713noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-34038371838590216022010-06-15T07:45:50.708-07:002010-06-15T07:45:50.708-07:00What an amazing change from the painting to real l...What an amazing change from the painting to real life. So much growth over the years. I like the dirt road better, don't you?Nanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15547916206007733970noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-42368953027224380232010-06-15T02:26:48.124-07:002010-06-15T02:26:48.124-07:00What a lovely garden to visit, I loved this one Sh...What a lovely garden to visit, I loved this one Sharon. I especially loved seeing the paintings, how magical.<br />Still in awe of how intrepid you are,<br /><br />Sarah xsarah-jane down the lanehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01052558538802829343noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-36603580608053370392010-06-14T19:21:28.196-07:002010-06-14T19:21:28.196-07:00Now there is more interesting discussion...guess t...Now there is more interesting discussion...guess that I'll have to do my own post one day soon and link back to your comments. My goodness! I've done it again...brought up something in someone else's blog that I should have done in my own. You can't believe how often I do this and you'd think that I'd learn!! ;>Veehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00618654361869856894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-49462466390146740112010-06-14T14:13:36.042-07:002010-06-14T14:13:36.042-07:00That's me in that painting. I just know it. Ho...That's me in that painting. I just know it. How did someone paint a picture of me without my knowledge? Maybe it was in a former life... but that's me.<br />Lovely post. I understand how hard it must be to travel and be away from your home. Enjoy you trip but remember..."There's no place like home."(with your own garden)farmladyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10516462251842458511noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-16218143564462814962010-06-14T12:00:32.677-07:002010-06-14T12:00:32.677-07:00That is a lovely quote. I hope most gardeners vie...That is a lovely quote. I hope most gardeners view their gardens as sanctuaries. <br /><br />It strikes me as an unusual house for that time period. I wasn't familiar with T C Steel so I quickly looked him up. He must have been a true romantic. His paintings show it but the name House of the Singing Winds is so full of romance.<br />MarnieRoses and Lilacshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07121676379580186489noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-13381686168525375972010-06-14T09:41:09.623-07:002010-06-14T09:41:09.623-07:00Beautiful travels you are having for sure Sharon! ...Beautiful travels you are having for sure Sharon! The lady in the garden painting makes me think of you..it looks like you!!! <br />Wonderful post as always!! <br />Have fun this week!Aunt Jennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08722500555023093431noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-34471924466582579562010-06-14T08:35:09.432-07:002010-06-14T08:35:09.432-07:00Sharon, I've been to Chagrin Falls - once - it...Sharon, I've been to Chagrin Falls - once - it is the loveliest little town! Sure wish I could be at your lecture! As to cutting trees, i confess to being a tree hugger. I also love the ocean! I also believe that nature takes care of itself. Trees grow and fall when they are ready. Haven't we all experienced the 'pave paradise and put up a parking lot' mentality, much to the Earth's detriment? it takes a long time for a tree to grow. if you want a view of the ocean, walk to the water's edge.Theahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17317627113212677863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-89711334372454498212010-06-14T04:13:06.019-07:002010-06-14T04:13:06.019-07:00Dearest Sharon!
First of all, thank you for shari...Dearest Sharon!<br /><br />First of all, thank you for sharing a wonderful look at this historic home and garden. <br /><br />Second, I can't help but be just a little jealous that you are on your way to Falmouth, where Ramon and I spent a most romantic two weeks last fall. We miss it! Say hi to the ocean for us! (are you going to visit sue and joe? they are so close by! also, if you have a chance, eat dinner at the glass onion...fabulous food!)<br /><br />Third...well, this is an interesting discussion you and Vee (and Jeff, too) have going here. I for one LOVE woods, forests, shrubs, bushes, all things green and lush. We need trees for oxygen, shade, fruits, nuts, and homes for birds and countless other critters. Many animals are threatened by the reckless deforestation and monoculture that's going on these days. For me, trees symbolize life; not just their own, but the lives of those they support and shelter. I would have a very hard time cutting down these beautiful living beings just for a better view.<br /><br />Sending love to you, sweet friend! Try to enjoy the Cape, even if it IS overrun. :)<br /><br />xoxo DawnDawnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13347524768245781298noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-68604816183344601672010-06-14T03:00:48.944-07:002010-06-14T03:00:48.944-07:00Beautiful comparison of the actual drive to the pa...Beautiful comparison of the actual drive to the painting.<br />Loads of good photos...Hope you are in your gardens soon.Pamhttp://newenglandsnarrowroad.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-36318915902365202702010-06-14T02:36:01.926-07:002010-06-14T02:36:01.926-07:00Oh, what a lovely sentiment complemented by stunni...Oh, what a lovely sentiment complemented by stunning images and photographs. So true, I too miss my garden the most when I am away.;)<br />The top painting is absolutely gorgeous.;)<br />Have a lovely Monday,<br />xoxoZuzanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02137958790178864561noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-62580838898935807312010-06-13T22:27:54.870-07:002010-06-13T22:27:54.870-07:00Sharon, What a beautiful, enchanting place! I love...Sharon, What a beautiful, enchanting place! I love the pink cottage and the photos/paintings of the arbor. Just lovely!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com