Sunday, October 31, 2010

Smell The Roses




The past week has been one of those weeks. My mother had a serious turn and is in hospital but is now recovering well.
Thus the lack of posts. I have to say I have been enjoying being around the house for a change this weekend and am enjoying how spectacular the roses are this season, thanks to the rain.

In between writing a few paragraphs for a magazine story in the early hours (before anyone else stirs) I have been popping out to pick some more blooms to enjoy.
My favourites are my climbing Pierre de Ronsard, which has mint green petals with hot pink tips, Julia's Rose which is the most delicate cafe latte colour, and Stainless Steel, a pale grey mauve rose the size of a side plate.
The orange blooms are "Ian Thorpe" named after the famous swimmer. I love them because they are orange, definitely not peach.
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13 comments:

  1. Jane @ the girl in the brick houseOctober 31, 2010 at 9:26 AM

    Those roses are divine! And I hope your mother recovers well.

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  2. Sarah BOctober 31, 2010 at 10:22 AM

    Glad to hear your mum is doing well. What a worry for you.
    Your roses are stunning. I planted Pierre de Ronsard this year and cannot wait for it to flower.

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  3. catherine shieldsOctober 31, 2010 at 11:05 AM

    Thanks for your kind words.

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  4. Le October 31, 2010 at 2:16 PM

    in love with the orange roses ... hope things improve for your mum - best le

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  5. Leah - The Inside StoryNovember 1, 2010 at 7:18 AM

    Your roses are beautiful Catherine. I love the Pierre de Ronsard rose. I hope your mum is feeling much better.

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  6. life in a pink fibroNovember 1, 2010 at 2:10 PM

    Ah, your roses are glorious! We have a pretty good crop at the Fibro this year as well. I love them, both in the garden and in the house.

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  7. beachvintage.comNovember 1, 2010 at 3:05 PM

    Oh Catherine, you have put my roses to shame. Sorry to hear about your mum. xx

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  8. EmmaNovember 1, 2010 at 7:51 PM

    Your roses are spectacular and I LOVE how you have arranged them. Best wishes for a speedy recovery to your Mum!

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  9. lisaroyNovember 2, 2010 at 3:59 AM

    Your roses are stunning! glad to hear your mum is on the road to recovery :)

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  10. Keren - The Brown Trading Co.November 4, 2010 at 6:56 AM

    Oh no, that's terrible about your Mum. Gorgeous roses, love the orange!

    Keren :o)

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  11. Maria CéliaNovember 5, 2010 at 5:26 AM

    Hi, Catherine
    Your blog is wonderful. Your roses are soft and beautiful.
    I hope your mother recovers well.
    Beste regards.
    Maria Célia

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  12. kayce hughesNovember 6, 2010 at 1:18 PM

    I am jealous. In Nashville everything is gone.

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  13. The Devine LifeNovember 20, 2010 at 11:42 PM

    I have six Pierre de Ronsards, they are wonderful. Wishing your mother a quick recovery.

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