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Saturday, 23 May 2009

Stop and smell the roses..

this weekend. 
This year they are so beautiful and beyond my wildest dreams. 

Have a wonderful long weekend, xv.
on

85 comments:

  1. Fabulously French22 May 2009 at 14:29

    They look gorgeous, I also love the vasques!

    I am just visited a friend who works at a local chateau, the roses there are gorgeous so I am hoping to take some photos when I visit again next week.

    Enjoy the long weekend.

    Leeann x

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  2. ticklishfromadistance22 May 2009 at 14:38

    I am swooning. Hope you have a delightful one, V.
    xox
    g.

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  3. ~h~22 May 2009 at 14:38

    Your home is absolutely beautiful! Cinema-worthy even. :)

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  4. ceecee22 May 2009 at 14:39

    Like a fairy-tale cottage. Just unbelievably beautiful. Have a wonderful weekend, V.
    Catherine

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  5. Dorci22 May 2009 at 14:46

    Wow, is that your house?? That is absolutely beautiful. Are the roses planted in the ground or in pots? I've always wanted a rose vine but I'm limited as to what I can grow here in Arizona. They can grow, it would just take a lot of care. Thanks for sharing the beauty in your part of the world.

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  6. Tess Kincaid22 May 2009 at 15:04

    Oh, my-my-my!!! They ARE simply magnificent!!!

    You have a lovely weekend, as well, dear friend.

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  7. anita22 May 2009 at 15:17

    gorgeous!
    visiting first time via linda
    at limeinthecoconut..
    i have made two visits to france,
    and living there is the only way
    to get enough!
    enjoy!

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  8. FEDERICA22 May 2009 at 15:38

    Oh wow I'm the first to leave a comment today.
    Beautiful pictures!
    Hope you have a wonderful weekend!

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  9. Jen22 May 2009 at 15:41

    Oh my Vicki, you have the most beautiful front door in the world!

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  10. Anonymous22 May 2009 at 15:50

    Is that your door??? Gosh...that is just AMAZING!!! I would love to smell it..have a great weekend, C.

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  11. A Gift Wrapped Life22 May 2009 at 15:51

    Hi Vicki,
    What a gracious and flower-laden doorway. I don't have any roses, always thought I couldn't grow them, maybe I should try? Ok, I will. Have a great weeknd!

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  12. Rebecca Corvese22 May 2009 at 15:53

    Gorgeous picture! Have a lovely weekend Vicki!

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  13. Helen22 May 2009 at 15:57

    I smell your roses here in Bend! AND today I go out to purchase fabulous undies! Thank you Vicki!

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  14. CashmereLibrarian22 May 2009 at 16:15

    My rose bushes look so lush and healthy although they haven't started to bloom yet--Right now, here on the prairie, we're in peony season, although regretfully I have none in my garden.

    Have a great weekend, Vicki!

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  15. Annah of Sweden22 May 2009 at 16:36

    ooooo what a lovely picture! Have a nice weekend! /Anna

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  16. studioJudith22 May 2009 at 16:44

    Truly --- -
    Heaven at your front door!

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  17. Airelle22 May 2009 at 17:00

    yes, it would seem there is something in the southern french air this year favouring the roses. on our humble terrasse the roses that last year wouldn't start (I bought them the autumn before in Courson) are giving new blooms every day. hope it goes on! I love roses - but then I love practically all flowers ;-)
    I wish yours will delight you the whole summer!

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  18. MrsLittleJeans22 May 2009 at 17:01

    No kidding, this is one lusciously decorated door. Yes, I love smelling roses, especially the really nice scented ones. A feast for the eyes, thank you Vicki!

    xo

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  19. Noel Solomon22 May 2009 at 17:13

    Vicki, Is that your front door!?! What a GORGEOUS entrance. I think those vines are gorwing beyone their wildest dreams! Have a beautiful weekend~

    xo Noel

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  20. FrenchBlue22 May 2009 at 17:27

    They are so Beautiful! They remind me of big snow balls. We have some on a small hill near us and it looks like a ski slope! Amazing! God's art is untouchable...
    xoxo's
    Have a peaceful week-end!

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  21. Christina22 May 2009 at 17:32

    are those YOURS?! they're gorgeous. i want to smell...

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  22. Kirsten Steen22 May 2009 at 18:04

    Truly lovely! Thanks for sharing. And happy weekend to you!
    Kirsten

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  23. alice22 May 2009 at 18:13

    They are gorgeous! It must be lovely for guest to come to you home and be welcomed by that view and their lovely fragrance!

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  24. Brilliant Asylum22 May 2009 at 18:37

    Plotting how I can get my entry to look JUST LIKE THIS. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  25. Vicki Lane22 May 2009 at 18:42

    I am DEVASTATED with envy at the beauty of that doorway. Too, too prefect!

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  26. L'Adelaide22 May 2009 at 18:42

    this rose is so beautiful! thank you for sharing it. I wonder what it's name is? My roses are doing very well this year too!!

    good weekend to you!

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  27. Debra22 May 2009 at 18:56

    Stunning, absolutely stunning!
    A scented entry or departure~

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  28. La Maison Fou22 May 2009 at 19:08

    Have a wonderful weekend,
    Leslie

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  29. Nadine @ BDG22 May 2009 at 19:10

    What a beautiful doorway--
    have a great weekend, too.

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  30. Linda@ Lime in the Coconut22 May 2009 at 19:45

    Oh! I thinkI can even smell them from here!

    So so beautiful and graceful!

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  31. Anonymous22 May 2009 at 20:11

    Gorgeous!
    Have a lovely weekend!

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  32. English Muse22 May 2009 at 20:46

    have a wonderful weekend darling!! xoxo

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  33. Tracie~MyPetiteMaison22 May 2009 at 21:35

    I will stop and smell the roses this weekend. Your roses are beautiful! Happy long weekend to you too, Vicky.

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  34. Katrina22 May 2009 at 21:41

    Happy weekend!

    I am having a giveaway on my blog too :)

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  35. Oliveaux22 May 2009 at 22:30

    They look stunning Vicki! Have a lovely weekend. Ax

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  36. Tracie~MyPetiteMaison22 May 2009 at 23:12

    Hi Vicki,
    I just realized I misspelled your name on my visits. Gave me a chance to come back and view your beautiful roses once again. Happy weekend (once again too ;)
    ~Tracie

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  37. Jojo23 May 2009 at 00:04

    If only we could figure out how to share fragrances over the internet! Thank you and same to you.

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  38. alaine@éclectique23 May 2009 at 01:35

    What a beautiful entrance!

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  39. Andrea23 May 2009 at 03:42

    So very, very beautiful! What a lovely place to live!

    Many blessings to you.

    Andrea

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  40. Jade Creative23 May 2009 at 04:02

    The most beautiful roses. How I would love to have my front door adorned with these beautiful flowers.
    Have a wonderful day!
    Darlene

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  41. Unknown23 May 2009 at 06:35

    Is that your door????
    So beautiful...
    I'm so happy that you like the necklace and want to be a part of the lottery:-)
    Good luck.

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  42. The House That A-M Built23 May 2009 at 07:43

    I'm stoppin' and smellin'..... in a break between packing boxes. Thank you for all your lovely supportive comments Vicki, during my house build. I have so appreciated your support and encouragement. A-M xx

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  43. Alison Gibbs23 May 2009 at 08:35

    Hi Vicki fabulous photo. I have been smelling the roses - iceberg and pierre de ronsard as I was dead heading them today!!
    Alison

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  44. Unknown23 May 2009 at 10:40

    Gorgeous Vicki just gorgeous!!
    xoxo
    Judith~!

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  45. Fashion Moment23 May 2009 at 11:25

    Beautiful, darling!
    Have a wonderful weekend as are those roses!

    FM~FP

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  46. Meta23 May 2009 at 11:29

    Thank you for checking out my blog and leaving a nice comment! I just discovered your blog this morning - so beautiful!

    Meta

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  47. Zita - Mlle Magpie23 May 2009 at 12:47

    The most beautiful door, ever! What a heavenly entrance, Vicki!

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  48. Millie23 May 2009 at 13:48

    Too, too beautiful Vicki! Is there any chance that Mr. FF may be totally overcome with this glorious scene, sweep you into his strong, yet gentle arms & carry you up the stairs & through the front door like a trembling new bride? (Just practicing my Mills & Boon lingo for that book we're supposed to be co-writing so we can become instant millionaires!!)
    Have a magical weekend.
    Millie ^_^

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  49. jlc23 May 2009 at 14:47

    Simply gorgeous!! Now are you in France right now, the uk or australia?ohhhh i'd die to be in either right now with an entrance like that! :)

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  50. My Castle in Spain23 May 2009 at 14:53

    mon Dieu! Vicki..you are in heaven..they are gorgeous!
    enjoy le week end de l'Acension!

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  51. Marnie23 May 2009 at 15:26

    is that your entrance - if so - ooh la la - gorgeous - it is beautiful here in ct - another month before the roses

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  52. Alicia @ boylerpf23 May 2009 at 15:59

    The whole side of our house is draped in old fashioned climbing roses...I breathe in their beauty and scent every time I walk by. Beautiful doorway...so totally envious. Have a splendid weekend!

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  53. manon 2123 May 2009 at 16:02

    nos roses ne sont pas loin les unes des autres!!!!


    bon weekend
    manon

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  54. Jan's Art23 May 2009 at 16:05

    Vicki,this picture takes my breath away!!! enchanting

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  55. mary23 May 2009 at 16:13

    Thank you, Vicki--I canalmost smell them: I'm going to go right out to my garden and smell mine. Roses are gifts sent to remind me of all of nature's gifts.
    Have a wonderful week-end. (It is gorgeous here in So.California, too).
    Mary

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  56. Mélanie23 May 2009 at 16:26

    Is it your main door ?? Looks wonderful like " une promesse de bonheur "

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  57. annechovie23 May 2009 at 16:34

    Nothing like beautiful, abundant roses! Enjoy the weekend, Vicki!
    X)

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  58. Velvet and Linen23 May 2009 at 18:11

    What a beautiful way to start the weekend, Vicki.
    Happy weekend.

    xo
    Brooke

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  59. Fifi Flowers23 May 2009 at 20:14

    BEAUTIFUL entrance!
    Bon week-end!
    Fifi

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  60. Unknown23 May 2009 at 21:06

    How GLORIOUS an entrance!....and a lovely weekend to you too, x Julie

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  61. cotedetexas23 May 2009 at 22:24

    I think I will!!!! Gorgeous image - have a wonderful French weekend!!

    Joni

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  62. Julie Mautner23 May 2009 at 22:44

    Vicki, are your gorgeous roses climbing on a trellis or are they the grimpante kind? My neighbor is always on me about not letting vines and flowers grow on the facade stones (bad for the stones, etc.). But yours are so gorgeous I have to give it another try. Anyway, bon weekend to you!

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  63. Cynthia Pittmann24 May 2009 at 05:57

    Gorgeous abundant white roses...so pleasurable to see and think about! Breathe in deeply, Vicki! Love to you <3

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  64. Paris Hotel Boutique24 May 2009 at 06:58

    Vicki, have a wonderful weekend!!!

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  65. DolceDreams24 May 2009 at 07:32

    So stunning! I have some Lady Banks Roses that were as full, but their bloom life was so short. It is so amazing to watch the fruits of your labours grow...
    Enjoy and drink in the beauty!
    Bonne week-end,
    Nathalie

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  66. LoveFeast24 May 2009 at 07:39

    Wow! Those are some amazing roses! So, beautiful!!! A feast for the eyes!!

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  67. The Pink Poodle24 May 2009 at 07:45

    dear vicki...how DELECTABLE THEY LOOK..GORGEOUS..BEAUTIFUL..& quite calming..(is that a word which would pertain to a rose?? maybe..then again..maybe NOT??)...

    I am very jealous...my garden has gone to the dry DUST BIN!! (still NO rain in melbourne ..unlike other parts of oz...)..dry dry and they predict another wave of EL NINO (or is it AL NINO...WHATEVER)...just MORE DRY WEATHER...

    I would love some rain...let alone divine roses..

    au revoir...xx andrea

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  68. Parisbreakfasts24 May 2009 at 08:33

    I can smell them in New York...
    But I'd rather smell them in Provence...

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  69. Design Cracker24 May 2009 at 08:58

    Wow! Thank you for this vision of lovliness. So so gorgeous and a breath of fresh air. Been working all week in my studio and didnt get a chance to get out. Thanks for bringing the flowers indoors to me.
    Deb.
    You have a great weekend too!

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  70. liz24 May 2009 at 13:09

    Thank you for this beautiful image and wonderful advice!

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  71. Zelda24 May 2009 at 14:10

    i wish !

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  72. Chrissy...The Apothecary Shop24 May 2009 at 14:30

    WOW!!!Now that is one lovely photo...hope this finds you enjoying your Sunday my friend, Chrissy

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  73. Frenchee le Trip24 May 2009 at 22:02

    Thank you for this utterly beautiful pic!

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  74. Anonymous25 May 2009 at 04:30

    Oh la la! Love that photo.

    Betsy

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  75. Rose26 May 2009 at 04:44

    Sooooooooooooo beautiful!

    Love your site.

    Rose

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  76. Polly26 May 2009 at 09:22

    This is a stunning doorway adorned by roses!! Is this where you live :-)

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  77. High Desert Diva27 May 2009 at 00:44

    What an entry!

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  78. Callie Grayson27 May 2009 at 05:04

    amazing flowers!
    beautiful entry. hope you had a wonderful weekend.
    callie

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  79. Blue Muse28 May 2009 at 04:14

    Oh I could faint from this level of beauty. You are singing my heartsong right here! Gorgeous!!
    I hope your weekend was everything you hoped it would be! I'm so far behind on visiting, I've been kept so much busier than I like lately.
    xo Isa

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  80. Jana29 May 2009 at 20:56

    I have to join others - this is so beautiful picture! Do you know the name of this rose? I was also simply enchanted with pictures published by Joni about your home, especially the garden pathway with roses attracted me much. I´d like to know more about rose varieties grown there and generally about popular varieties grown in Provence as well. Thanks.

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  81. sallymandy30 May 2009 at 06:22

    That's beautiful and very welcome tonight. Thank you, V.

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  82. Di Overton1 June 2009 at 10:38

    I have never seen the countryside look as marvelous as it does at the moment. Returning home from Paris last Friday we were blown away by blooms we have never even noticed before. The sun is shining, it's warm and has been for days now but I have just had grass seed sown and have to keep getting the hose pipe out. There's always a downside :(

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  83. Jim3 June 2009 at 04:06

    You are killing me with the rose pics. Here in NYC I just get to go to my local community garden or the Brooklyn Botanical Garden or the New York Botanical Gardens. They are so gorgeous right now but I miss being able to step outside every so often to take in the spring spectacle at my leisure.

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  84. mati3 June 2009 at 13:58

    oh,I love them! divine entry!

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  85. Topsy Turvy12 June 2009 at 16:28

    Those roses are like a dream, and one reason I sometimes wish I lived in a climate more amenable to growing big lush roses and clematis and peonies and wisteria. You have created the perfect home!

    –Lana

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