The new year brought with it several inches of rain topping off the pond up to the overflow tubing. The heron also made a late day appearance. I caught site of him coming in for a landing through my upstairs window. When I went downstairs to grab my camera it startled him and he flew away. But his visit is a reminder that I should not have fish until I can protect them.
The rainy day was also a good day to read a book on Japanese gardens showcasing many of the most important gardens. I would love to incorporate a tea house and zen garden at the end of my yard where the pond is. Just not sure quite how to pull it off or if the cost is too prohibitive. I may get a plan drawn up at a local nursery that carries several varieties of conifers and Japanese maples. I keep hoping that darn bradford pear will just fall over so I have a reason to cut it down.
