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Wednesday, May 29, 2013

{Our Queen Elizabeth AARS Rose}

Along with singer Lynn Anderson who sang: I never promised you a rose garden we can say:
I beg your pardon,
I never promised you a rose garden.
Along with the sunshine,
There's gotta be a little rain sometimes.
Link above is from YouTube and below this post you will find a link for the full lyrics.
Husband Pieter did bring in some beautiful roses the other day; with rain drops on them. One was our Queen Elizabeth AARS Rose that I like to share here with you.
LOVE those rain drops on this Queen Elizabeth Rose.
Don't you like it too?
Husband Pieter took these photos...
Fresh from our garden...
This photo I took later with my iPhone after I'd placed it inside this silver rose vase...
Crocheted pineapple doily is done by my sister-in-law Elly.


Related link:

{Our New Roses from Costco} | previous post by me



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  1. TexWisGirlMay 27, 2013 at 8:02 PM

    it is gorgeous! and pieter is sweet. :)

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMay 28, 2013 at 10:39 AM

      Sure this is a gorgeous rose and receiving this freshly picked from your true love is precious!

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  2. FABBY'S LIVINGMay 27, 2013 at 8:44 PM

    Pieter did a lovely job with the photography of the gorgeous rose and I also love the silver vase. The cdrochet by your Sil is gorgeous! Hope you have a terrific week, my sweet friend.
    FABBY

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMay 28, 2013 at 10:40 AM

      Yes, Pieter has always been a great photographer; all of his life and being it for family or for work he enjoyed it so much. That silver vase is a treasure and also the crocheted doily. You too have a great week.
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  3. Karen @ Beatrice EuphemieMay 28, 2013 at 1:00 AM

    Just beautiful, Mariette! A perfect rose! xoxo

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMay 28, 2013 at 10:41 AM

      Karen, this is perfect for looks and also the symbolic meaning for receiving it from your true love...
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  4. ClaudiaMay 28, 2013 at 1:12 AM

    Dearest MAriette,
    this Rose is wonderful, such a nice colour and beautilf flowers!
    Thank you for showing us.
    Have a lovely week,
    Love and hugs
    Claudia

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMay 28, 2013 at 10:42 AM

      Dearest Claudia,
      Indeed a beautiful color for a perfect rose.
      Enjoy your week with sunshine I hope...
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  5. Elisabeth PalzkillMay 28, 2013 at 1:24 AM

    Liebe Mariette,

    die Rose bleibt die Königin der Blumen.

    Sonnige Grüße

    Elisabeth

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMay 28, 2013 at 10:43 AM

      Liebe Elisabeth,
      Es freut mich zu lesen das die Sonne scheint! Ja, diese Königin der Blumen verdient es auch mit Recht!
      Lieber Gruss,
      Mariette

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  6. MarianMay 28, 2013 at 1:37 AM

    Prachtige roos, de queen Elisabeth is mooi, statig en sterk....
    Hier doen de rozen het nog niet zo, veels te koud...maar gisteren hadden we een fijne dag, en vandaag zit er weer een fijne dag aan te komen, en dan wordt het weer veel te koud...
    Maar alles bloeit wel lekker lang, door het koele weer, dat is wel een voordeel :)

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMay 28, 2013 at 10:44 AM

      Ja, dat klopt met koeler weer houden de bloemen het véél langer vol. Geniet van het moois in jullie tuin en ook van de vorderingen in huis.
      Liefs,
      Mariette

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  7. Things and ThoughtsMay 28, 2013 at 4:28 AM

    I know this rose,it's absolutely wonderful and smells divinely!
    Regards from Greece!

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMay 28, 2013 at 10:58 AM

      Dearest Olympia,
      No these are not fragrant at all... They just have great looks!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  8. GerMay 28, 2013 at 6:37 AM

    Lieve Mariette,

    Zulk een prachtige roos uit eigen tuin in huis halen heeft eigenlijk geen woorden nodig....kijken is genoeg....en af en toe je neus erin stoppen om de heerlijke geur op te snuiven natuurlijk.

    Heb een fijne zonnige dag!!
    Liefs,Ger

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMay 28, 2013 at 10:59 AM

      Lieve Ger,
      Bij deze helpt het niet om je neus erin te stoppen. Daar hebben we weer andere voor! Maar het betekent wèl iets om dit uit eigen tuin te kunnen hebben.
      Liefs en ook zonneschijn voor jullie.
      Mariette

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  9. AnnukMay 28, 2013 at 7:32 AM

    What a beautiful rose, and so beautifully photographed! The rain drops make it look even more precious!
    Have a lovely day, dear Mariette!
    Love from the Alps :)

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMay 28, 2013 at 11:00 AM

      Indeed Anna; this is even more precious because of the fresh rain drops...
      Lovely and sunny day for you,
      Mariette

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  10. CatherineMay 28, 2013 at 7:40 AM

    Such a pretty pink! Lovely!
    xo Catherine

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMay 28, 2013 at 11:01 AM

      Yes, Catherine this is a perfect tone of pink... After the rain it looked at its best!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  11. Johanna GehrleinMay 28, 2013 at 8:50 AM

    Liebe Mariete,
    die Rose sieht bildschön aus. Die Tautropfen sind so schön, dass die Seidenblumen jetzt teilweise "mit Tautropfen" hergestellt werden. Besonders gefällt mir die Rose in deiner kostbaren Silbervase.
    Liebe Grüße, Johanna

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMay 28, 2013 at 11:02 AM

      Liebe Johanna,
      Die Silbervase war ja auch Liebe auf den ersten Blick! Ich bewundere Künstler die etwas so schön herstellen können. Fast so schön wie die echte Rose die frisch aus dem Garten kommt.
      Lieber Gruss,
      Mariette

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  12. Dee ⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️May 28, 2013 at 10:00 AM

    I LOVE the raindrops on the beautiful roses Mariette.

    xo,
    Dee

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMay 28, 2013 at 11:03 AM

      Dearest Dee,
      Raindrops make this beautiful look even more complete...
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  13. High Heeled LifeMay 28, 2013 at 10:30 AM

    Gorgeous ... are rose bushes are starting to take flight and with the rain are sprouting their brilliant foliage... can't wait for the buds and the ultimate unveiling of colours. This year we did need to replace 5 .... the gardens are in the green stage currently.

    Great photos ... xo blessings, C. (HHL)

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMay 28, 2013 at 11:04 AM

      Dearest Celia,
      Let's hope that very soon you too will be able to enjoy your own roses. There's nothing more romantic...
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  14. maría ceciliaMay 28, 2013 at 2:13 PM

    It´s a wonderful rose dear Mariette, specially if it is your grandma´s heritage.
    sending you lots of hugs from here

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMay 28, 2013 at 3:22 PM

      Dearest María Cecilia,
      Thanks and a compliment coming from such a high level gardener means a lot!
      Hugs back to the country where our 'matrimonio feliz' got blessed!
      Mariette

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  15. Fernando Santos (Chana)May 28, 2013 at 3:14 PM

    Excelentes macros de belas Rosas....
    Cumprimentos

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMay 28, 2013 at 3:37 PM

      Thanks Fernando!
      You are far more an expert in quality photos...
      Greetings,
      Mariette

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  16. Dies und Das vom NeckarstrandMay 28, 2013 at 3:26 PM

    Liebe Mariette,
    eine wundervolle Rose. So zart und doch so stark.
    Sehr gute Fotos - die nicht mehr zu toppen sind.
    Einen schönen Restabend wünscht dir
    Irmi

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMay 28, 2013 at 4:55 PM

      Liebe Irmi,
      Danke für deine lobende Wörter!
      Schöne Tage noch für diese letzte Woche vom Mai.
      Lieber Gruss,
      Mariette

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  17. Draffin BearsMay 28, 2013 at 4:03 PM

    Dear Mariette,

    Beautiful! love the pretty Queen Elizabeth rose and such a gorgeous shade of pink.
    The raindrops on the petals are brilliant.

    Hope that you are enjoying the week
    hugs
    Carolyn

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMay 28, 2013 at 4:56 PM

      Dearest Carolyn,
      Thanks for stopping by. Sure we enjoy our week; always.
      The weather is great and as long as we grow our own roses; what else to wish for?
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  18. Celestina MarieMay 28, 2013 at 4:31 PM

    Hi Mariette,
    This rose from your love is stunning. I love it, the color of fresh pink and the water droplets are amazing. Droplets I love to paint. How special to enjoy and perhaps dry or press for a keepsake.
    Wishing you a wonderful week.
    Hugs, Celestina Marie

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMay 28, 2013 at 4:57 PM

      Dearest Celestina Marie,
      For sure you will be able to catch those special rain droplets and work them into your art!
      Enjoy the remainder of the week.
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  19. smartcatMay 28, 2013 at 5:34 PM

    Dearest Mariette,
    The color of this rose is entrancing....perfect shape and color. There's something about flowers in the rain that's mysterious and wonderful.
    Enjoy the week...*s*

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMay 28, 2013 at 7:45 PM

      Dearest Suzi,
      Indeed, rain drops do add a mysterious veil over the beauty of such frail petals... In a way; almost like tears of joy!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  20. TamagoMay 28, 2013 at 8:25 PM

    What a beautiful rose!! I love the rain drops on the flower. Such natural beauty! I've seen artificial flower with artificial rain drops on it, too. It was pretty but real one is of course so much lovelier.
    Thank you Mariette, for posting your reply comments on my blog. I should have thanked you more for your kindness! I think....I think I figured out and can get your reply comment by e-mail now!

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMay 28, 2013 at 8:54 PM

      Dearest Tamago,
      Wow, if that would work; I'm very happy for you and me!
      Yes, such a rose is a real beauty and you never ever get to buy a real one like that. Only fresh from the garden they come this way.
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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    2. TamagoMay 29, 2013 at 7:09 PM

      It worked and I got your reply message by e-mail! Yay!

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    3. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMay 29, 2013 at 7:41 PM

      Dearest Tamago,
      GREAT! I'm proud of you and with united Dutch/Japanese efforts we got it done!
      Hugs to you,
      Mariette

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  21. KarenaMay 28, 2013 at 9:32 PM

    So beautiful Mariette. I love to see the dew drops on these gorgeous roses!

    Please do enter my Giveaway from Segreto Finishes!
    xoxo
    Karena
    Art by Karena

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMay 28, 2013 at 10:39 PM

      Dearest Karen,
      Thanks for your visit and I've been over already to your post.
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  22. Jo-Anne's RamblingsMay 28, 2013 at 9:38 PM

    Oh my what a beautiful pink rose.............

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMay 28, 2013 at 10:40 PM

      Dearest Jo-Anne,
      Guess that this is an all time favorite of many of us!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  23. Marie-ThérèseMay 28, 2013 at 10:58 PM

    I don't believe I have ever seen a more perfect rose in shape or color or dressed with dew. Gorgeous, Mariette.

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMay 28, 2013 at 11:54 PM

      Dearest Marie-Thérèse,
      So glad I could share this beauty with you! Dressed with dew; almost like tears...
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  24. Michiko JohnsonMay 29, 2013 at 2:40 AM

    Dearest Mariette,
    Your Husband Pieter did bring in some beautiful rose the other day with rain drops on them after that took these photos fresh from our garden.
    Love to bring back some romance and quality to the daily life of others...
    Have a wonderful especially time,
    Both of you!
    Michiko

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMay 29, 2013 at 10:25 AM

      Dearest Michiko san,
      Thank you so much for your visit! Yes, roses do bring romance to our daily life!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  25. GabriellaMay 29, 2013 at 3:47 AM

    So schöne Bilder! Reizt mich, sie abzumalen! Liebe Grüße! Gabriella

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMay 29, 2013 at 10:28 AM

      Liebe Gabriella,
      Du könntest die natürlich mit einem von deine schöne Steinengelchen malen!
      Lieber Gruss,
      Mariette

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  26. Rozen van papierMay 29, 2013 at 11:14 AM

    Ze is prachtig en denk dat ze heerlijk geurt,

    groeten Janny

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMay 29, 2013 at 11:35 AM

      Lieve Janny,
      Nee, deze is alléén maar mooi maar ze geurt niet.
      Liefs,
      Mariette

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  27. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsMay 29, 2013 at 12:13 PM

    How beautiful, Mariette! I do love the pink roses. That is what I am hoping to get for our little front area of our condo. The ones I saw recently marked down at the local supermarket are pink and I will be heading back there this weekend to get one. I had a variety of colors in the rose bushes I had at our old house.

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMay 29, 2013 at 12:35 PM

      Dearest Kathy,
      They for sure will make for a perfect front area.
      Enjoy planting them!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  28. Modern Country LadyMay 29, 2013 at 4:30 PM

    Prachtig hoor.Een mooie sterke roos waarvan je hopenlijk nog jaren plezier aan zult hebben.Mijn moeder had ze ook in haar vorige huis, en ik denk dat ze het minstens 10 tot 20 jaar uithouden.Liefs en groetjes.Bea

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMay 29, 2013 at 4:57 PM

      Lieve Bea,
      Ja, dit is dezelfde roos als van de clippings van mijn paternale Oma; de roos die jij voor mij identificeerde! Dus kochten we er nog zo een. Het is een erg mooie en begrijpelijk dat mijn Oma er ook veel van hield!
      Liefs en sterkte voor je publikatie!
      Mariette

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  29. FABBY'S LIVINGMay 29, 2013 at 5:12 PM

    Oh goodness my friend..your roses are gorgeous and they're not even professional! Thank you for your WONDERFUL and always instructive visit darling, I so love it when you come over! Well, Spaniards don't really make the Egyptian linen, but I understand they embroider them, you know how they are so skillful in this field. Thank you too for all the tips on how to handle this linens, but really, I hate it when I wash it and have to iron the tons of wrinkles, lol.. Big hugs,
    FABBY

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMay 29, 2013 at 6:08 PM

      Dearest Fabby,
      Thanks for your compliment! One thing the commercial roses can't deliver is the dew drops! A dream for taking care of our linens would be the Miele Rotary Iron.
      Hugs to you,
      Mariette

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  30. orchid0324May 30, 2013 at 5:09 AM

    Dearest Mariette,
    Wow, your Queen Elizabeth AARS Rose are breathtakingly beautiful and your husband is really sweet♡♡♡ Your gorgeous pictures warmed my heart, my friend. I'm not sure how hard it is to raise them but we (ladies, p;) DO love pink rose, aren't we♬♬♬ I enjoyed the song very much as well. I could see the reason of the phrases after watching the video. Lovely song and I thought I might have heard it(*^_^*)

    Sending you lots of love and hugs from Japan, xoxo Miyako*

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMay 30, 2013 at 2:46 PM

      Dearest Miyako,
      Thanks for your visit and YES; who would NOT love any perfect pink rose?! I'm pretty sure you did recognize that song as it was very popular also in Europe.
      Hugs and love back from Georgia,
      Mariette

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    2. DIMIMay 30, 2013 at 3:21 PM

      Dear Mariette,what a beautiful rose!!Very preety color!!I love roses!!Exellent pictures!Have a lovely evening!Hugs!
      Dimi..

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    3. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMay 30, 2013 at 3:29 PM

      Dearest Dimi,
      Thanks for your visit and for enjoying this beautiful rose!
      Have great weekend coming your way.
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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