Saturday, December 6, 2014

Gigantic Hedge Near Our House and Book Winner

The winner from the 21 people who commented for a chance to win a hardcover copy of "Scrapbook of Christmas Firsts" is Pat at Mille Fiori Favoriti
I used random.org to choose the winner.
Cathy will announce the winner of the second copy on our other blog at Scrapbook of Christmas Firsts.

Here is a gigantic and monumental hedge growing on a street near our house. You can not see what is behind it, but once in a while they leave the gate tantalizingly open. I think the hedge is 3 stories tall, and across the street are 6 houses, so it is about 600 feet long. Maybe 20 feet thick.
It is so mysterious to imagine living there in privacy.
The owners must make a huge effort to keep it so nicely trimmed. I imagine it is very quiet and country like sheltered behind the handsome hedge.

29 comments:

Dianna said...

That is quite the hedge! I love to spend time imagining what it is like on the other side. :)

Congratulations to Pat! An awesome giveaway you had!

Mari said...

Wow - that is really cool!

Hilary Melton-Butcher said...

Hi Terra - the hedge is incredible isn't it .. and imagine how much life is inside it, let alone beyond those green barriers ..

Congratulations on your Scrapbook of Christmas Firsts and to Pat for winning it .. cheers Hilary

Pom Pom said...

Hi Terra! Wow! That is an AMAZING hedge!

Inger said...

That's the weirdest thing I've seen in a long time. Don't they have city or county regulations about the height of hedges in your area?

happyone said...

WOW that is some huge hedge. I've never seen anything like it.

Nancy/BLissed-Out Grandma said...

Interesting, massive hedge. It takes up much of the sidewalk, which might not be allowed around here because sidewalks have to be easily passable.

Lady Jane said...

That is the biggest hedge I have ever seen... It is beautiful. I cant imagine the upkeep on something like that. Thanks for sharing.

Michelle said...

Never have seen a hedge this large. Wow! That is all I can say.

Starting Over, Accepting Changes - Maybe said...

I hope they pay the gardener well.

Pat @ Mille Fiori Favoriti said...

Thank you so much, Terra! I am thrilled to win a copy of your book and will happily share it with my family. I was busy all weekend decorating my Christmas tree--I love this time of the year!

These hedges are amazing! They look like green candy canes :)

Annie Cholewa said...

Wow that hedge is amazing! We live not too far from Powis Castle in Wales and they have some pretty spectacular and very, very old hedges there too.

Dee said...

Congratulations to the book winner♥ and that hedge must have an amazing story behind it...I would love to take a peek.

Debbie said...

WoW, what a beauty, I would love to get a peak behind it!!

~Lavender Dreamer~ said...

Congrats to Pat..she's such a sweet blog buddy! What an amazing hedge! WOW! Oh, I went to the other blog and looked at more about the book. I know I would love it! Holiday hugs, Diane

Red Rose Alley said...

Oh my gosh, that hedge is huge! I am wondering, is it on one person's house, or many? It is so green and groomed. Things like this are interesting. So glad you took a picture of it.

Have a blessed week, Terra.

love,
~Sheri

Red Rose Alley said...

Oh and Yes, your comment went through on my post, thank you. :~)

Finding Joy said...

Thanks so much for dropping by my blog :))

Those hedges require a lot of work, someone must have a lot of time on their hands!!! They are impressive though until a section dies then its all bad news!!

Michaele said...

Congrats to the lucky winner!
That hedge is a one of a kind. Beautiful!

Patty said...

Can't imagination a hedge that large. Have a fantastic week-end. Thanks for your visits.

Introverted Art said...

wow this is just breathtaking...

Blondie's Journal said...

Congratulations to Pat!

Wow, that is one big hedge. Beautiful!

Thank you for your thoughtful comments on the passing of my friend. It means so much, Terra.

Jane xxx

Rebecca said...

I've never seen such a thing! How interesting it must be to live in the neighborhood with this sight.

Allie said...

Congrats to your winner!! Oh how I want that hedge - I LOVE IT!!!!

Pat @ Mille Fiori Favoriti said...

Terra I received the beautiful book and have been enjoying reading it! Thank you so much! It is a Christmas treasure. I hope to blog about it soon.

Shug said...

Not sure I have EVER seen a hedge this big. Very interesting!! I'm guessing it has become a point of interest for many passing through your area. Hope your day is filled with lots of happiness...

Teresa Kasner said...

That is a magnificent hedge! It looks ancient!
((hugs)), Teresa :-)

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Anonymous said...

Wow! That is really a hedge! Thank you so much for popping in to see me.
Be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)

My Grama's Soul said...

I would LOVE to live behind that hedge.

Jo