This past weekend, Sam and I decided to turn a doctor's appointment trip into a mini get-away. We left for Dallas a day early and spent Sunday morning exploring the Dallas Arboretum. Neither of us had ever been and I must say, it was nothing short of spectacular!
The entire area was decorated for Fall. Everywhere we turned, there were pumpkins of every size, color and shape imaginable. Who knew there were so many different kinds of gourds and pumpkins?
The Fall displays were quiet surprising and so unique. For certain, we enjoyed how the winding pathways were very easy to walk, and how they were surrounded by acres of fall flowers and foliage that definitely spoke Autumn. Let me tell you...I was loving every minute!! The entire place was so peaceful.
All of the pathways were lined with pumpkins
The views of the lake were stunning....sail boats were drifting gracefully across the water (this was a big surprise to see) and the sunlight was dropping hints of sparkles across the entire lake. It honestly looked like there were layers of twinkle lights shining across the lake. Absolutely gorgeous!
I love how they planned the foliage to be so colorful for Fall...
This sitting area..... we both rated it a 10+ .... super peaceful and the breeze was like sweater weather cool.
Along the way, we came across several little creeks and streams that were very gently flowing over rocks which I thought added a peaceful soundtrack to the day. There were also a couple of tiny ponds that were stocked with huge goldfish, which we enjoyed watching.
And...I can't forget to mention the spraying frogs!! A huge water display of frogs spewing water out of their mouths.
Around noon, we took a break for a relaxing lunch at a sweet little restaurant that was tucked inside the Arboretum. This place was once the home of the DeGolyer family and was built in 1930. The food was so good, but it was the setting that made it so memorable. After lunch, we sat outdoors in a nice area, enjoying the cooler air as we spent some time just talking for a couple of hours about Everything and Nothing. No rush, no schedules...just time together surrounded by God's masterpiece of creation.
It was one of those simple, soul refreshing days....the perfect kind that we both needed. It was so nice to take a day to just wander, breathe, and allow our hearts time to rest and be still.
Hope you enjoy these pictures...
Shug..
Wow! That makes me want to drive to Dallas! What a beautiful place! That is such a great way to spend the day and let go of the cares and worries.
ReplyDeleteCome on girl...make the drive and I will meet you there...I would definitely go again. such a neat place
DeleteHow beautiful, and what a lot of work goes into those displays.
ReplyDeleteYes...I'm guessing they begin working on the houses early. They were all adorable.
DeleteOh my goodness! What a wonderful way to spend the day! SO pretty!
ReplyDeleteLove all the pumpkin lined walkways!
Happy weekend!
Donna
They were eye catching for sure Donna. So many pumpkins in one place..I know there were thousands.
DeleteWow! What an amazing place! I loved all your photos, especially the one of you and Sam on the bench. Soooo many pumpkins lining the path and I can see there is lots of work in this. I'd love to walk here!
ReplyDeleteHi Mari...it really was amazing and so much work is put into making the pumpkin houses...there were about 3 other houses and each one made of different types of pumpkins.
DeleteHubby and I have been building in time to do something for ourselves on each trip. It makes a real difference.
ReplyDeleteI think so too Kathy. I'm realizing each day how important these special times are.
DeleteThank you for sharing your most special time together and the brilliant idea of making a Dr.s appointment into a day of joy.....we should all take lessons:)
ReplyDeleteSo glad we decided to do this little trip. It truly was beautiful.
DeleteThis really is an amazing day. Love all the orange pumpkins and that the sitting place rated 10+ - Not too shabby at all. These times together. So important. So good that you did this together.
ReplyDeleteYes..they are so important and I am so thankful we were able to go. I would normally do something like this with my girlfriends, but so glad that Sam was able to go with me.
DeleteVery, very cool. I'll come back later tonight and let ya know what two minis were opened. We have Lidia, Freddy and Keifer the Lost Boys vampire left. The fun is, we never know if what order - which is soooo fun.
DeletePS: Tim and I do Barnes Cafe together a lot. Really nice to sit. 10+ for the cafe.
DeleteI wish R and I had made time to visit that Arboretum when we lived in Texas. Your images look stunning; I'm so glad you and Sam treated yourself. Blessed!
ReplyDeleteI have many friends who go each year, but I never had...I decided earlier in the year that I wanted to go in October of this year. So glad we went
Deletewow and wow again, never seen that many pumpkins on a beach area and love the lattice table area and the HUT is my favorite. first ever punkin hut viewing. LOL what a great place to wander
ReplyDeleteI can sure feel the peace of this place. What a wonderful respite. I do know you both needed that and a chance to talk about anything and nothing in particular. My kind of conversation too.
ReplyDeleteI love that colorful sunshade over your heads. Really pretty.
Great shot of all the sailboats together too.
(((hugs)))
Sue
Thank you for sharing these beautiful photos. I so glad you were able to get away to this lovely place. Just makes me happy to see these lovely scenes.
ReplyDeleteGosh let's see if I can remember it all. It was lovely - looked so peaceful, but I am sure a lot of work went into all that. The sail boats were pretty. The pumpkin house. The pumpkins on the ground - wow. The bee in the rose. I am glad y'all took a little trip together.
ReplyDeleteWhat a gift your post is today! And you surely both needed something fun to do together today. I cannot choose a favorite, this tour is wonderful!! The giant bird! Do you know what he is made of? And I adore the pumpkin house!!! Really one of my favorites is you and Sam sitting on the bench together. A peaceful and blissful moment in a gorgeous place.
ReplyDeleteThat was so important that you did it with Sam, especially now. It's a memory you will treasure forever.
ReplyDeleteOh, Shug, what a stunning, impressive place this is! I'm so glad that Sam and you took the time to relax there together and enjoy every moment of it together. I'd say that's just what the Doctor ordered. Thanks so much for surrounding us with the grace and colors of fall. Blessings!
ReplyDeleteShug, what a beautiful place! I am glad to read that you and Sam were able to have some time together. I know your life these days is filled with stress, no doubt this time was much needed. Thank you for linking up. I do appreciate it.
ReplyDeleteLooks beautiful! What a perfect day and time together. Thank you for sharing it with us. I know it had to be very calming for you both. (((HUGS)))
ReplyDeleteYou and Sam are looking great! Wow that is a bunch of pumpkins!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely day out. Thank you for sharing it with us. You reminded me, when I was young we had in our garden two of those frogs. It was fun seeing them spraying water everywhere.
ReplyDeletePraying for you and your family. God bless.
This looks like the perfect getaway. Also a nice way to turn a trip for a doctors appointment into something enjoyable. That pumpkin hut is amazing. I've never seen anything like it.
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