I picked this glider up at a thrift store years ago, and I love it. It's huge! The cushions are a futon mattress from Ikea, and three people can sit on it comfortably. Yes, before you ask, I have been known to nap out here. Once the grandson gets a little older, I'll reattach the gliding mechanism ... right now, it would be too much of a temptation for him, and I don't want to have to deal with the injuries that could result. For now, it's stationary.
The view from our deck across the yard and fields in the morning is beautiful. I'll try to share it with you this morning. Let's start on the right, and work our way around.
This is what you see if you look toward the front yard. These geometric rose beds are a great addition to the landscape. Before we built them, this spot was taken up by weeds and a huge diseased bush. Bye bye, bush ... hello roses.
The picket-fenced area is the dogs' backyard. Across the field, is an ancient white mulberry tree that's loaded with fruit right now. The birds love it.
We're in the process reassembling a hand-me-down wooden swingset for our grandson. That's Hartwood Winery in the background, where you see the white van and red pick-up truck.
You saw this view toward the barn and Rose Field earlier in the year. With the trees fully leafed out, the barn is practically invisible and I can't see the Rose Field at all.
Our pavillion (which we call the Tiki Hut) is in the shade garden, as seen off the left side of the deck. This is the perfect place for evening dinners with friends! (I'll show you the Tiki Hut and the huge pecan tree above it in more detail some other time.)
(written by Hartwood Roses. Hartwood Roses blog.)