Spouting Water

This unique faucet is just one of the many surprises to be found at Lotusland in Montecito, California.  Just south of the city of Santa Barbara, this unusual property was once a private residence and is now open to the public on a limited basis.  You need a reservation to tour the property and believe me, it's a real treasure worth the time. 

"Spouting Water"    © Kathy Dunham 2010

Yellow Lotus

There are many beautiful gardens in Santa Barbara and Montecito.  I was lucky enough to visit one today and doulbe lucky to see the lotus flowers in bloom.  They just started opening last week and the sun was out today.  My lucky day!!

"Yellow Lotus"   © Kathy Dunham 2010

The Blue Gate

Taking the road less traveled often provides big rewards. The last time I was in Santa Barbara my friend Joanne and I decided to take a back road on the outskirts of the city to see where it would take us. Making decisions at forks in the road is fun and surprises can pop up around the next bend. I stopped to take pictures of Our Lady of Mount Carmel church on the outskirts of Montecito and when I walked into the courtyard found this beautiful gate with hibiscus growing around it.

"The Blue Gate" © Kathy Dunham 2008