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Yard Sculptures Birds Garden Decor Inspire Nature

A Fun-Filled Day

By EPEngineerApril 27, 20132 min read1.5K views

Today we decided to cross some items of our to-do list and ran some errands in the morning. Once done and with a full day ahead of us we took to sight seeing around the Victorville area. After much curiosity, we decided to stop by World Concrete Precast on Mariposa Rd in Victorville, CA to check out the beautiful concrete pieces we have only been able to see from the freeway while driving in the area.

The selection of cement/concrete creations is amazing to say the least. If you can think of it; they probably have it or know where to get it for you. I will let the picture gallery speak for itself as you can probably spend a whole day checking out each item. The detail on each piece is amazing and the items that come painted are done really well. I fell in love with the brown five tier water fountain.

Once home, we decided to eat out in the patio and enjoy the beautiful weather and lack of wind that we were experiencing today. After a couple of minutes we heard the chirping of baby birds and decided to try our luck and try to catch them with the camera. As you can see below, we where successful. They are so small.

They seemed to be in between meals and every time we step out of the patio the mama bird flies away to draw the attention off her babies. This is the second year she uses this nest since she put it up about a year or two ago. We can not wait until they start to fly around on their own.

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Culture History Yard Sculptures Garden Decor

Sculpture: Guanyin Torso

By JM PerezApril 19, 20132 min read683 views

I am a lover of everything beautiful and pure. I love statues and I have a huge collection of Cherubs all around my Home (indoors and outdoors). When we were designing our backyard layout a couple of years ago, I knew I wanted to use a section of my backyard to create a Zen Garden. We started off by trying out two patterns with Yin Yang Symbols. Last year I bought three small Buddha Statues from the 99¢ Only Stores, which I displayed on my storage shed. Last month I bought a medium size Buddha from Pancho’s in Lucerne Valley, CA and today we picked up a life size torso of Guanyin, the Goddess of Mercy, the Bodhisattva of Compassion (who promises to answer the cries and pleas of all sentient beings and to liberate them from their own karmic woes).

According to the website Taoism.net, a Bodhisattva is a being who is enlightened and ready to transcend the cycles of birth and death, but chooses to return to the material world in order to help other people reach the same level of enlightenment. This is the ultimate demonstration of pure compassion.

As much as I love beautiful things, I always make sure I do some research and talk to knowledgeable individuals before I bring anything (I don’t fully understand) into my Home. The first time I heard about the Bodhissatva of Compassion and actually saw a few pictures with her eleven heads and a thousand hands, I was freaked out and could not fathom such a transformation/sight until I read her story. From there I was on a quest to acquire more knowledge and more understanding. It’s so easy to judge someone or a culture without enough information.

Guanyin and the Thousand Arms (Wikipedia)

Despite strenuous effort, she realized that there were still many unhappy beings yet to be saved. After struggling to comprehend the needs of so many, her head split into eleven pieces. The buddha Amitabha, upon seeing her plight, gave her eleven heads to help her hear the cries of those who are suffering. Upon hearing these cries and comprehending them, Avalokitesvara attempted to reach out to all those who needed aid, but found that her two arms shattered into pieces. Once more, Amitabha came to her aid and appointed her a thousand arms to let her reach out to those in need. Click here for additional information.

A few years ago, I watched a mesmerizing and breathtaking stage performance called Thousand-Hand Guan Yin by a group of hearing impaired females and males of the China Disabled People’s Performing Art Troupe (CDPPAT). Below is the amazing video of the performance, I hope you enjoy it.

There are other stories about Guanyin’s origins as recorded in Buddhist sutras, which you can read here (the first 13 chapters) and here (the last 16 chapters). Looking for the PDF version? Simply download it here

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Yard Sculptures Garden Decor High Desert

Alonzo’s Fountains

By JM PerezApril 17, 20131 min read2.6K views

Last Friday was quite a lovely day here in the High Desert. After picking up our son from school, we visited Alonzo’s Fountains located in Phelan, CA to check out some of his inventory and possibly pick up a few items.

We first spotted a few of his water fountains and garden sculptures and decorations pieces last Friday at the High Desert Home and Garden Show in Victorville, CA.

Alonzo’s Fountains specializes in bird baths, statues, tables and benches, stepping stones, wall decorations, planters/pots, pedestals and so much more. He has a huge yard filled with beautiful pieces and the prices are very reasonable. If you have a custom order, he might be able to accommodate your needs.

The pictures below are a testament to his products quality.

Address Location:
6135 Palmdale Rd., Phelan, CA 92371
Phone: 1 (951) 233-4114 for Juan
Other: 1 (760) 684-1753 for Lupe
Website: Alonzo’s Fountain

Hours of Operations:
Friday-Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

To verify that the shop will be open, call a day in advance. Delivery and installation available.

If you find yourself in the area do not hesitate to stop by.

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By JM Perez

Coastal and Nautical Garden Decor Vintage Home Decor Gratitude

Vintage Seashell Hanging Planter

By JM PerezMarch 23, 20132 min read2.2K views

“Carry out a random act of kindness, with no expectation of reward, safe in the knowledge that one day someone might do the same for you.” – Princess Diana

Yesterday late in the afternoon, as I was weeding our sidewalk and my husband was waiting for me to finish so he could help rake, one of our wonderful neighbors across the street came over to check his mail and they both started talking. Somewhere along the conversation he told my husband that he’s been wanting to ask/show us something.

My husband went ahead to check it out and it turns out that our neighbors are downgrading their furniture and are giving stuff away and they wanted us to be the first to know. So, they gave us this gorgeous 1970’s Vintage Seashell Hanging Planter which they purchased in Hawaii.

– Handmade
– High End
– About 4 feet long and 11 inches wide
– All the shells are strung together with clear fishing line.
– Constructed with steel reinforcement materials
– Could be used as a Chandelier.
– Could be used indoors or outdoors.
– Holds 2 potted plants each measuring between 4″ and 8″ in diameter.

We were surprised that after 30 years +, the Sea Shell Plant Holder is still in excellent condition with no missing shells. Above everything, we are grateful that we were first in their thoughts as they made the decision to give some furniture away and ever more so, we are thankful they chose to give it to us.

I can picture some Tradescantia Zebrina blooming in those baskets with their stems cascading over the sides. I am yet to find a location for it. As of now, it hangs pretty in the kids Playroom and we love it. They also gave us an antique solid Wood Folding TV Tray/Laptop Mobile Desk/End Table they owned for as long as they could remember.

Isn’t it great to have and to know people who constantly surprise us with their love and generosity? We are so blessed to live in a safe neighborhood with kind, helpful and friendly neighbors.

Here are some ways to decorate with Seashells:

*Shell Point Seashell Beige Table Lamp with Night Light.*
*Image Source: LampsPlus.com.*

*Seashell Chandelier.*
*Image Source: 1stDibs.com.*

*Atlantis Seashells Wall Mirror.*
*Image Source: BellaCoastalDecor.com.*

*Seashell Mirror.*
*Image Source: DanielleDRollins.com.*

*At the Beach Blue Seashell Wall Mirror.*
*Image Source: TouchOfClass.com.*

*Super Drool Glazed. Natural Sea Shell Acrylic Wall Clock*
*Image Source: SnapDeal.com.*

*Oyster Shell Bowl.*
*Image Source: KirkLands.com.*

*Seashell Melange Coastal Hurricane Candleholders.*
*Image Source: TouchOfClass.com.*

*Seashell Side Table.*
*Image Source: FrontGate.com.*

*Shell-Rimmed Handwoven Rattan Charger Plate.*
*Image Source: PotteryBarn.com.*

*Melamine Dinnerware Set.*
*Image Source: Kohls.com.*

*Sequin Shells Bathroom Accessories Collection.*
*Image Source: Macys.com.*

*Coastal Basket.*
*Image Source: PetticoatJunktion.com.*

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By JM Perez

Primitive Yard Sculptures Garden Decor Vintage High Desert

Linda Marie’s Enchanted Treasures

By JM PerezJanuary 9, 20132 min read2.3K views

Welcome to the Visual Tour of Linda Marie’s Enchanted Treasures …

I have been to Linda Marie’s Enchanted Treasures twice before this day and in every single trip I get mesmerized. Everything is so beautiful that you want to touch every single piece. So much lovelies everywhere. It’s simply dreamy. And the loveliest of all, Linda Marie, herself. Graceful, energetic, helpful, lively, friendly and funny.

Rule #1. Don’t get discouraged by the size of her Shop.
Remember the saying, ‘great things come in small packages.’ Linda Marie has a paradise of goodness at the back of her shop (without counting what’s inside: clothing, collectibles and more). Because words cannot describe her collections, I will let the pictures speak for themselves.

I have personally come to enjoy and love Primitive decor as it adds charm and a Country feel to my Home. If you love gardening or just enjoy being around plants, you will fall in love with her unique garden planters, which varies from ceramic pots to stone carvings (Greek head planters), Yard Sculptures, Toilet, Tanks and Sinks Planters, Sinks water fountains, Drawer Planters, etc.

If you are looking for Antique Lantern, Rustic Primitive cupboard, distressed Rustic Country block Wood Sign, Patio/Bistro Set, Cookbooks, unique and custom Benches, bird houses, Door Knockers, Chandelier, Hand Towels, Tractor Seats, Cherub Statues, Farmhouse dining table and chairs, old tools, Vintage Chests and Trunks, or just ideas on how to implement Primitive decoration into your home; you can begin your search at Linda Marie’s Enchanted Treasures. Trust me, you will be glad you did.

Linda Marie’s Treasures are truly enchanted. Click here to see the gorgeous set of wall hanging Greek Male and Female Head Sculptures that I purchased from her shop last Summer (as well as a lovely Moroccan Lantern).

Joan and Linda Marie at Linda Marie's Enchanted Treasures. — *Joan and Linda Marie at Linda Marie’s Enchanted Treasures.*

Linda Marie’s Enchanted Treasures
19222 National Trails Hwy, Oro Grande, CA 92368
Phone: 1 (760) 484-6300
Email: Treasurestime@aol.com
Website: LindaMarie’sEnchantedTreasures.com
Like her Facebook Page and visit often for additional information and updates. Let’s Support Our Local Vendors!

Are you interested in an item and cannot make the drive to Oro Grande, CA? Do you live out-of-state? Contact Linda Marie for shipping/delivery options.