The Secret Garden
My son's field trip continued to Williamsburg after we left Jamestown, Virginia. When I came across this gate leading to the Governor's Palace, one of my favorite childhood books came instantly to my mind - The Secret Garden.
Although the garden in the book was neglected, contrary to the manicured grounds surrounding the Governor's Palace, I felt the same sense of mystery, when I looked at the closed gate leading to the garden.
You have so much history around you, Elizabeth! Were you brave enough to open the gate? ^_~
Elizabeth, this evokes so many wonderful feelings for me! Hmmmm...lemme see if I can find something to share with YOU.
This one reminds me of the Sound of Music! It is in Sequim, WA...they call it the Florida of the Pacific Northwest, if I recall.
Wow! This is an amazing photo! And you are right - a perfect setting for the Sound of Music.
Elizabeth.....I've watched that movie a hundred times it seems.....it was one of my daughters favorites! Nice photo!
Hope you have a great day!!!---Rob
Elizabeth, I loved that sweet movie...time to watch it again. Pretty green shot.
Elizabeth. This is a great picture. Very inviting. My daughter used to love that book as well.
Elizabeth,
That is beautiful. All green but so many different hues. :)
Steve
This is a very pretty picture, Elizabeth. Thank you. All the greens. I can almost feel and smell the air in the park. It looks and feels a little humid? Perhaps it's an illusion, or an old memory buried by time but surfacing upon seeing your lovely photograph. Have I been there before? I haven't. But close. It looks European to me.
Will we get to see what's inside the gates soon? Or shall I just imagine? I'm happy either way.
What would you do if you followed your heart? Be a photographer? A writer? A librarian? A veterinarian for PWD? I hope you'll say. You've been cryptic.
Hi Elizabeth,
What a pretty picture. Love the gate itself and all the textures and shades of green in the photo.
Lisa
Lloyd - it was hot and humid day, the temperature over 90 degrees. You are right about European influence, particulary English. The gardens comprise of 90 acres and are a mixture of formal and infomal spaces.
Good guesses regarding jobs that have been occupying my mind. I have just started taking photos but I've already love photography. I also love history, arts, reading, and writing. Since English is my second language, writing is still challenging for me, but I enjoy it anyway. Being a writer is my dream job, however, I have lots of work to do before this option becomes viable.
I love the book the Secret Garden. It was such a simple, yet engaging story.
Lloyd - your Polish is excellent. What other linguistic talents do you have?
Elizabeth,
That photo is truly amazing! I could see that photo hanging up on a wall. It's very inspirational even without any words. I loved the movie too.
Patricia
I once sold a house with a secret garden, Elizabeth. As soon as I looked at their back yard-that became the tagline for my ads for the house. It was also neat and tidy but so wonderful.
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