I thought it would be fun to travel along the garden path with Beau and experience it through his eyes. Take it away Beau.
I spend most of my time in the front garden now that Carlos whacked “buzzed” everything back in the rose garden. It was nice when it was in full bloom … I could hide my toys in the fountain … chase the cats….
Orangeman thinks if he hides behind the plants I won’t see him….I like to humor him….he is getting on in years…so I don’t “always” chase him…
Now I spend most of my time here chasing the quail or searching for “Orangeman’s” hiding spots. He doesn’t like me for some reason.
Sometimes he doesn’t hide very well…He thinks I won’t be able to find him….He is banking I will give up…not a chance…
We can follow this path to the front garden. I might find some deer to chase, or better yet I might find Orangeman…
Sometimes he hides on top of the wood pile behind the herb garden …
I see him up there. He thinks he is invisible. I need a little swim….I will take care of him later.
I have water toys but I prefer wood from the fireplace. It is an important component of my regular diet.
Here we are out front. Orangeman is probably still” sunning” on the woodpile dreaming of mice and snakes.
I am getting a little warm. I am considering a dip in the fountain. There might be some stupid birds there to chase as well.
This garden tour is exhausting. I need a drink…. Water from the birdbath is my favorite afternoon cocktail. Hey it’s five o’clock somewhere, right?
I bet Orangeman is following us…he is kind of dumb about that. See…what did I tell you…. he is creeping along under the arbor over there. He pretends he doesn’t like me. I know he can’t resist my charm.
If he took a bath (or a swim) every once in a while he wouldn’t look so ragged. He would “sparkle” like me…
I give up on Orangeman. He is hopeless…time for a nap…I hope you enjoyed my garden tour. I guess I should give Orangeman second billing.
You might enjoy a few of my mom’s garden posts as well even though they are not nearly as interesting as my tour “Along the garden path with Beau”
My California Garden in Spring Part 1
My California Garden in Spring Part 2
My favorite Garden Roses the Yellows
Cindy, you've stolen my heart with this one. The garden is heavenly, and I know just how long it takes and how much work. But, those animals! Especially the doggie. Give him a big hug for me. I'm surrounded my my own as I type this. xx's
Cindy – what a gorgeous garden you have! I mean, what a beautiful playground for your animals. 🙂 I'm surprised it has faired so well with a dog – ours tramples most of our yard but I love her anyway. 🙂
Trust me Barbara…he has done plenty of trampling…he just has more acerage to trample
Cindy…that's it, I am moving to California! Can I have Beau and Orangeman too? If you find a strange woman wandering your gardens…looking to set up camp, that's me! Too fabulous for words…just that I love it all. 🙂
Best wishes for a lovely weekend…
Jeanne xx
PS..Orangeman? Do I want to ask? So sweet. 🙂
You don't want to ask…we inherited him along with four other feral cats, tiger, furry, kitten and the mom cat. Creative, huh?
Fabulous pup, fantastic garden! What a lucky family to have such a smart and cute pup. 🙂
Cindy, Thank you for sharing the pictures of your spectacular garden and furry friends…. Both were lovely!! My sons have just added a stray white lab to our family so I particularly loved Beaus comments! Have a good weekend!
Annelle
Labs are just the best dogs! Beau if finally becoming a partial gentlemen at last!
Beau is too darn lucky!! Having such a glorious garden to roam! GORGEOUS, Cindy!!! Absolutely gorgeous…I love everything! I like orangeman too 🙂
xoxo
Loi
What a delightful post! I loved Beau's dialogue – it made me laugh out loud – absolutely priceless, and I can really imagine him having all of those thoughts – brilliantly captured!
On another note, your garden is simply stunning – thanks so much to Beau for showing us around!!!
Lovely to have discovered you through Tone on Tone blog – am now following and look forward to coming back for more.
Paula xx
Hi Paula
Thank you so much for your lovely comments. Loi's blog is great! Thanks for becoming a follower…I really appreciate it!!
Miss my dogs. Long buried. Blessedly have cats.
Love seeing your time with pets outside.
Garden & Be Well, XO Tara
Tara..I am a crazy cat lady as well…five feral cats inherited…
Your garden is gorgeous! I don't think I would ever want to leave. It is like being on vacation all the time. Orangeman loves it to!
Thanks guys! It has it's moments of lovliness!