My OperaI miss my pool...pouting big time
Thursday, February 28, 2008 6:29:20 AM
No, this isn't my pool. This was my dream pool until I found out how much it cost..LOL! I really had no idea, because the only other home I've lived in since moving to Florida had a pool, hot tub, the works. And all was included in the price of the home/property.
This pool, on the left was $285.000.00. And I couldn't/wouldn't have had this one as my choice due to the concrete. It's too cold. I like wood. Everywhere. Wood.
So, I went hunting and found a contractor that delivered my pool according to my lil' homemade blueprint. It took long enough and by the time it was done it was too cold to swim. eeeek!
But I got exactly what I wanted, down to the shape of the deck and a privacy fence AND located at the back of my property where I have a little walk to get to it, and it's so quiet and pretty down there.
Since this picture, I've had the deck stained/watersealed in oil, twice. The wood is darker and warmer. And I've added palms everywhere. I'm also adding a waterfall this summer with the boulders around the hot tub.
On the other side the deck is 16ft by 120ft and that's where the cabana is. That is very tropical, but still needs finishing touches. When I get it done, I'll share the pics of my favorite get-a-way!!!
When I have my first pool party...you're all invited!!!
Loiscakkleberrylane # Thursday, February 28, 2008 1:26:54 PM
Jill JilleeBean # Thursday, February 28, 2008 3:41:10 PM
Bring your camera. Everyday is a show & tell of the glory of nature, and all of her guests will be anxiously awaiting, basking in the warmth of their surroundings.
It is truly, my favorite vacation spot!
I'll stay in touch!
Go away Chilly and Warm my POOL!!!!!
NARUTO9TF # Thursday, February 28, 2008 7:22:24 PM
Sarah angel292005 # Thursday, February 28, 2008 8:18:23 PM
Jill JilleeBean # Friday, February 29, 2008 4:22:16 AM
Thanks for stopping over and commenting!
Peace!
Jill JilleeBean # Friday, February 29, 2008 4:29:10 AM
My next project is a Green House!!
First I plan on enjoying my water hole in the forest, as I like to call it!!
scott cummingI_ArtMan # Saturday, March 1, 2008 3:56:25 AM
Jill JilleeBean # Saturday, March 1, 2008 4:40:25 AM
I'm all set up for work, even! The cabana is a work in progress. Still don't have it exactly the way I know I'll be happy with...but soon!!
Come on down, Scott!!!
Johnoldephartte # Saturday, March 15, 2008 2:43:19 AM
Jill JilleeBean # Saturday, March 15, 2008 3:54:31 PM
And for your visit!!!
Johnoldephartte # Saturday, March 15, 2008 4:46:13 PM
That's a nice trick with the sidebars BTW : and colourful.
:psmurf
Jill JilleeBean # Saturday, March 15, 2008 6:44:21 PM
The lavendar is the Opera Banner I chose. I wanted to accent the colors in the background photo, compliments of "Claude."
I just cut the height to 80px.
Thanks! I love color and when I see something else I fancy, it'll be changed again!!!
emenenus # Sunday, March 16, 2008 8:54:15 AM
Jill JilleeBean # Sunday, March 16, 2008 2:30:03 PM
Johnoldephartte # Tuesday, March 18, 2008 4:27:01 AM
Johnoldephartte # Tuesday, March 18, 2008 4:36:04 AM
Jill JilleeBean # Friday, March 21, 2008 1:20:31 PM
My son and Dad used to fly fish in Blackfoot some years back and now the waters have become polluted, but they've had a crew in there working to try and solve this heartbreaking problem and in many surrounding areas.
I know that area well and have friends in Missoula and also, little Darby!!
Do you fish where you are, I know, what a question!?
Have you lived there all your life?
Johnoldephartte # Friday, March 21, 2008 2:11:28 PM
I'm originally from Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada which is east of Maine. Mother's family are from the island of Grand Manan in the Bay of Fundy, south of Campobello where FDR had his retreat. That is whale watching territory with a summer artists colony and unique geology. The waters are literally the most hazardous in the world. I lost two uncles to 'fishing' and tend to think of it as work. Mt brothers and cousins have no such bias and have dragged me along - just not for many years. Anyway, I'm sort of the only 'honorary islander' in the family because of the many summers I spent there among extended family.
Jill JilleeBean # Friday, March 21, 2008 2:20:11 PM
I guess then being an 'honorary islander' keeps you safe and happy and really, what more could we ask for?
Being far enough away from the city but still close enough to enjoy and then retreat back to your safe haven, sounds to me like a wonderful way to live!
Johnoldephartte # Friday, March 21, 2008 3:14:16 PM
Red Deer, being in a valley, is the worst in the province for air pollution. I lived 14 years in Medicine Hat - second worst ! I recall going into the country when a boy and being appalled at the colour of the air over Saint John ( pop. was about 110,000 ) as I returned home to the city.
Anyway I was in Montreal in 1968, back for a couple of years, Winnipeg, Manitoba for five years, Swift Current and Regina,Saskatchewan a year before hitting Red Deer in 1976.
Some drive around, I've moved around !