As we strolled through Anderson Japanese Garden in Rockford, Illinois, we heard a regular bump which, when we got closer, came from this water installation. As the water filled up the bottom “pipe”, the pipe dipped down, hitting the stone, making the noise. The regular clunking grew monotonous rather quickly. It looked pretty though.
Let’s move on and enjoy some fall color in yellow/gold. These memories of early November are especially appreciated as we had an unusual day of rain yesterday, although the rain in the dry Southwest was greatly appreciated!
More color with a sculpture in the background.
A gentle Oriental reflection.
Finally a little closer for some browns, blue-greys, and lovely lines.
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A wonderful and colourful post 🙂
Thanks, Brian. It was a wonderful, colorful day. 😉
Beautiful colors, but the blues are a pleasant surprise.
Have to have some variety, right? 😁
Such glorious colours
Especially at the time of year where so many colors were gone.
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Very lovely. I can picture you walking around these gardens for hours. I loved the reflections in the water.
It was a very relaxing time and made even better by the lack of other people. 😉
It looks so lovely, and I can almost hear that bump of the fountain.
The water sound was fine but the bump got annoying. 😬
I could always go for a walk in that garden. It’s so incredibly serene, I feel such a sense of peace even vicariously through your photos.
That makes me happy to read, Hannah, as we greatly enjoyed the peace and serenity.
That water feature is known as a deer scarer, Janet. I don’t know how effective it would be in that respect. We had one in our English garden for a while but we didn’t have any deer!
That’s interesting, Jo. Thanks. It would also be a Janet scarer! I’d prefer just the water sound and not the banging. 😁
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I liked the last two pictures in particular.
Thanks. I thought the reflection was gently beautiful and I always enjoy attractive fungus. 😉
These are wonderful images of this garden .. Beautiful and colorful plants. Thanks for sharing this Anita
Thanks, Anita. I enjoyed it so it’s fun to share.
Colourful and beautiful!
It was, A-C, and such a joy.
I love those types of pipes. The other photosyou have up look like it is a amazing place.
I prefer the pipes that don’t bang down over and over, with just the water sound. 😉. The garden is an amazing place.
Thanks for the visit and comment.
janet
That’s an interesting little water feature, but I do bet it’s like the constant tinkles of wind chimes. I still might like one in my garden, though. Beautiful photos!
I think the banging sound of it would get to me. I’d rather just hear the water sound. If there’s constant wind, wind chimes can get overwhelming too.
The colours are so rich, and the composition just beautiful! Really lovely photos.
Thanks very much! 🥰. I appreciate the visit and comment.
janet