Path leading to the pond

Waterfall

Peony

Purple Iris Among the Clematis and Rose Bush

Iris

Bumble Bee at Work

We'll have to wait and see how long the peonies last. Rain usually collects in the flower and bends the stem.

Happy Fish

The winter of 2009 was rough, but the koi and gold fish managed to make it through unscathed.

The Spitting Turtle

Here's the new addition to the pond. We went to the trouble of buying a pump for the turtle, but later we discovered that there was enough pressure in the water fall to service the turtle. So we have a nice decoration without having to use any extra electricity.

Late March Snow

Just when you thought we hand winter licked, it decides to snow. Well, at least the snow didn't last for long. We started the waterfall a few weeks ago so we ended up with a nice shot of the pond with running water.

After The Snow Storm--2009

Here's a shot of the pond with the new heater. One might think that the water level is low, but the hight of the snow gives the illusion of shallow water.

Beautiful Waterfall

From left to right: hosta, peony, and astilbe surround the waterfall.
Fredrick is in the center enjoying the sun and partaking in one of life's
serene pleasures--fishing.

Took this picture on May 18th. A little less than a month and the plants are filling in all the empty spaces.

A late April shot of the pond. Note, there isn't much green to speak of right now.

Here's a shot of 4 eggs the robin laid in the nest that is sitting right above our porch light.

The Ice Starts Forming

Covered With Snow