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So Fortunate – Chanticleer

by Val Boyko
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Being in nature is such an inspiration and brings me wholeness and peace … Yet, what truly lifts me up is seeing it through an artistic lens. 

I am so fortunate to live close to Chanticleer, a pleasure garden in Wayne PA. During the pandemic, there is limited attendance, but I visit when I can. It has sparked my desire to be there and pay attention to the evolving seasons and the curious beautiful experiences that are just around the corner… or right in front of me.

There is so much to be aware of, explore and capture. My iPhone is always at the ready!

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I’m curious … How is your artistic soul calling you in these strange days?

44 comments on “So Fortunate – Chanticleer”

  2. AmyRose🌹
    September 22, 2020

    Looks like true paradise, Val. Thank you for sharing. I AM creating my own world, as I have for years, and AM staying there. SMILE! xo

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  3. Kate Crimmins
    September 22, 2020

    I feel like that about Longwood Gardens. I’ve never been to Chanticleer.

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  4. Jill Weatherholt
    September 22, 2020

    What a beautiful place to relax and reflect. Thanks for sharing, Val.

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  5. Louise Gallagher
    September 22, 2020

    Oh the creativity that built that tunnel! And that bark strewn path leading into the woods…
    So much natural beauty. So much human creativity.
    Absolutely wonderful.
    Thank you for sharing Val. ❤

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    • Val Boyko
      September 23, 2020

      You’ve said it beautifully Louise. Thank you 🙏 It’s a wonderful combination and creation. Alas, it closes on October 31 until March.

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  6. moonwatcher51
    September 22, 2020

    Beautiful pictures Val. I’m enjoying watching the geese gathering on the river. Lots of colour on the trees for this first day of fall. It does make your heart lighter. Thank you.

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  7. Geri Lawhon
    September 22, 2020

    Gorgeous place to go to for serenity. Thanks for the photos.

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  8. Don
    September 22, 2020

    Such a beautiful photographic study of beauty and diversity, Val.

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  9. Jim Borden
    September 22, 2020

    Chanticleer is the best! We have not made it yet this year…

    Great photos…

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  10. Mark Lanesbury
    September 22, 2020

    These images are lovely Val, it is a beautiful area indeed. If that doesn’t bring a heart to peace nothing will 😀 ❤️ 🙏🏼 🦋

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  11. Karen Lang
    September 22, 2020

    Looks Divine! Nature heals and renews our energy ☘️🌈

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  12. Living An Intentional Life
    September 22, 2020

    Gorgeous pictures!!

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  13. Carrie Cannady
    September 23, 2020

    Such beautiful pictures, Val! What a lovely place to enjoy nature’s beauty! Thank you for sharing all that beauty with us!

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  14. derrickjknight
    September 23, 2020

    Clearly a beautifully calming place. I think you know what my artistic soul is doing 🙂

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  15. nrhatch
    September 23, 2020

    Nice shots, Val.

    I am creating . . . SPACE . . . by clearing CLUTTER. 😀

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  16. Betty Hayes Albright
    September 24, 2020

    Thanks for sharing your beautiful photos with us, Val. What a wonderful place to visit!

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  17. Anjali
    September 27, 2020

    This is beautiful❤️
    Keep up the good work!
    I also have a blog do check it out…
    Don’t forget to like and follow

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  18. Vicki L Flaherty
    September 29, 2020

    Ah…what a gift! Thank you for sharing, Val!

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  19. krish
    October 4, 2020

    Beautiful pictures..

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