Last weekend I was on a retreat in the mountains of North Carolina near Valle Cruces. I spent an afternoon taking in the sounds and sights of this beautiful part of our state, and I would like to share a few highlights.
This video of a rushing mountain stream takes less than a minute.
Native wildflowers (click to enlarge):
Another view of the stream, just a few seconds.
All together an uplifting and invigorating afternoon to appreciate the simple beauty of this place.
https://smallbluegreenflowers.wordpress.com/2016/05/15/garden-photography-golden-gorse/
A Walk in the Garden 
Thanks for the rushing stream videos. Lovely.
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Thank you, Susie. I could have spent the afternoon just looking at the stream.
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Beautiful! Do take all these pics with your iPhone? They are really good!
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Yes, I did. Thanks.
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John, these are lovely scenes. The sound of water is beautiful.
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Thank you, Susie. It was a grand weekend…very relaxing.
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uplifting and super nice – xxx- the video was a bit of calm today – many thanks
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Thanks. I’m glad in added some calm to your day.
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🙂
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What a wonderful state you live in John! As the others say above, gave me a peaceful start to the day (much better than reading the news!).
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Thank you, Cathy. There is something special about a stream in the woods.
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So true, John.
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A place I would love to visit…and now even more after seeing a sample of your visit into the woodlands. Someday! Hope your gardens are bringing great joy!
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Come on down!
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What a delight walking in this countryside is, I love the sound of running water, it has such a calming effect. And lots of wild flowers too. In fact if it wasn’t for that interesting barn in the first image this could almost be Shropshire 🙂
(You should link this to this week’s wildflower post John)
Jude xx
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Thanks, Jude. I updated the post to include the link. I thought about it, but forgot to include it when it was time to publish.
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No worries, I picked it up as I have a list, but others might not.
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John you showcase North Carolina beautifully. Thank you.
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Thanks, Pamela. It is indeed a beautiful part of the country.
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Beautiful photos!
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Thank you.
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I went to camp for years in western NC, and your photos bring back some wonderful memories of that beautiful area!
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I’m glad it brought back some good memories for you.
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Hi John.. I’m watching your blog since a good while.. I have a feeling that gardening is very fulfilling for you, especially after career in US Navy.. Cheers from Ireland, Swav @ PaintingsbySwav
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Thanks, Swav. Gardening has indeed played a big role in my life since the Navy.
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