my 3 coast live oaks got hair cuts today while i was watching the space shuttle endeavor fly right over our school yard!
they were thinned and the canopy raised up so now i can actually see the view out back. oh i missed seeing those other shaggy trees and the hills beyond!
and from my art room windows and the front porch i can once again see all of those long lovely limbs.
these trees support a lot of wildlife and i love having them. i'm glad whoever built moss cottage back in 1925 let them stay put up here on their grassy knoll.
in a few weeks when the mighty santa ana winds start whipping through the canyons and passes like they like to do every autumn, i'll be ready.
sort of.
Such a warm and welcoming haven you have made for yourself. Exquisite. xoDonna
Posted by: donna, doni, lady d | Friday, September 21, 2012 at 08:06 PM
Do you know the history of Moss Cottage? Just curious, seems like it would be something you'd research. Just sayin'.
Your little haven looks very nice all trimmed up with view enhancement.
Fall seems far away for dwellers in the Intermountain West high desert. Won't see a major cool off until the week before Halloween. I'm SO ready for fall/winter, my favorite seasons here. Don't miss the Santa Ana winds one bit...I used to live in San Diego and do remember them and the fires.
Posted by: Joan Clarke | Saturday, September 22, 2012 at 12:11 AM
So cool! Last spring, one of the shuttles flew over our school yard (opposite coast...VA)as well. It was low as it was landing very closely nearby. We felt like we could touch it...what a sight for our kids! All 700+ of them outside to see it!
Posted by: Paula | Saturday, September 22, 2012 at 04:52 AM
Your cottage and patio are so beautiful. I can just imagine you chillin' out there
with all that nature has to offer and sippin' on one of your specialty drinks. Heavenly!!!
Posted by: Suzanne | Saturday, September 22, 2012 at 06:07 AM
How wonderful for you that you have been able to create this space. It has evolved so beautifully over the years. You deserve it
Posted by: susan w | Saturday, September 22, 2012 at 06:23 AM
Lovely view. I am enjoying the idea of the Might Santa Ana winds. Sounds like a change is a coming.
Posted by: teri | Saturday, September 22, 2012 at 07:07 AM
You live in such a lovely place!
Posted by: KateinCleveland | Saturday, September 22, 2012 at 07:24 AM
Ahhh... better now! I have missed your postings for the last day or two! I was looking for an TGIF post - so I would know that I am there too!! Happy Weekend!!
Posted by: Debbiejl | Saturday, September 22, 2012 at 07:31 AM
Your night blooming cereus look fantastic. Love that perfume when they bloom. magnificent view.
Posted by: Monica Smith | Saturday, September 22, 2012 at 07:59 AM
What a beautiful backyard space you have at Moss Cottage. I have enjoyed seeing all the changes you have made over the years.
Posted by: Nancy Lynn | Saturday, September 22, 2012 at 09:15 AM
Oh how I do love trees! I love the craggy knarled tree! Happy Saturday!
Posted by: Brian Kasstle | Saturday, September 22, 2012 at 09:40 AM
I HEART your sweet, lovely corner of the world Mary Ann. Your nest among the trees.
xxoo
Posted by: Susie LaFond | Saturday, September 22, 2012 at 10:20 AM
Don't forget to tie down your plants before the winds start. Love the oaks, they look just right for climbing or sitting under and watching the world swirl by.
Posted by: violet cadburry | Saturday, September 22, 2012 at 03:31 PM
What a delightful place you have and to have a view from a studio like that is really cool. The Santa Ana winds sound like the witch is in town around here for sure. I'm in Southern California and those are the days when I've been in bad wild fires so it's a time that I'm on alert. I hope the winds aren't as bad this year as we've had in the past.
We truly have to keep our eyes peeled to see the season change here, but we do have them.
Warm regards,
Karla
Posted by: Karla | Sunday, September 23, 2012 at 02:23 AM