An angel becoming one with her surroundings at Forrest Hills Cemetery View On Black

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Swim anyone? This looks very refreshing on a hot, humid day. If it were mine, I would prefer the pool farther away from the house so it wouldn't be an eyesore in the winter. Most towns require a fence anyway. The mature landscaping is perfect. This luxury estate is very lovely, isn't it? via

The botanical name of the plant commonly referred to as ivy is Hedera. English ivy, or Hedera Helix, is the most prevalent variety. A type of climbing or creeping plant is ivy. It has berries that can be green, purple, or black, as well as green foliage, yellowish-green flowers, and berries. Let's find out more

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In an era where we are increasingly distancing ourselves from the Earth, these artisanal jewels are a summons, an invitation to slow down, to contemplate, to connect with the lifeblood of the world that surrounds us. Adorn yourself with the everlasting beauty of nature through these exquisite handmade drop earrings featuring real Ivy leaves. These exclusive jewels are crafted using Ivy leaves collected from my garden with care and respect for the environment. The leaves are dried naturally and permanently sealed inside a stainless steel teardrop frame with non-toxic UV resin to preserve their beauty. 🍃Symbolism of the Ivy: It symbolizes devotion and fidelity because it doesn't easily let go of something it's attached to. It represents a strong connection and affection for a partner, friend, or other loved one. Being an evergreen plant, it is also associated with eternal life and immortality. These earrings are designed for everyday wear, adding a boho and hippie touch to casual outfits with their emerald green color that brings a touch of boho charm and a hint of elven or fantasy magic to your style or to embellish an elegant dress on special occasions. They also make for an original gift for someone who loves nature. 🌿 Specifications: ・Earring dimensions (approx): Length from lobe 2.08 inches, drop size 1.25 x 0.86 inches (approx). ・Dangle Earrings Material: hooks and teardrop frames made of high-quality stainless steel. ・Real Ivy Leaves encased in transparent non-toxic UV resin. 🌱 Care Instructions: To maintain the magic, protect your jewelry from prolonged exposure to direct sunlight and harsh chemicals. Wipe gently with a soft cloth to preserve their ethereal shine. ✨ PLEASE NOTE: ・Each resin jewelry piece is unique, and, like flowers and plants in nature, no two earrings are perfectly identical. ・Color may vary slightly from what is shown on a computer or cell phone screen. For more handmade jewelry by me, check out my shop here! → https://www.etsy.com/shop/tsuyahandmade/?etsrc=sdt§ion_id=34156635

Ivy is a vigorous and luxuriant climbing plant, an evergreen that has always had a powerful symbolic meaning since ancient times. In the language of flowers and plants, ivy symbolizes continuity and fidelity, a symbol of eternal love. These drop earrings are made with real ivy leaves from my garden, pressed and dried in a natural way and then wrapped in layers of non-toxic UV resin to preserve their beauty forever. With their natural elegance and emerald green color, these dangle earrings enrich any face for a boho style look or they are perfect for those who love nature, giving an elven or fantasy touch to their look. By purchasing this product you will receive a pair of these earrings for everyday wear or as a special gift for a significant other. ☙ Dimensions : earring length from the lobe 1,77 inches; leaf width 0,98 inches (approximate size). ☙ Earring Material: Stainless Steel. ☙ Handmade jewellery made of UV resin with pressed real ivy leaves. Please note: ☙ Each resin jewel is unique and, just like flowers and plants in nature, no two earrings are exactly alike. ☙ Color may vary slightly from what a computer or mobile phone screen shows. For more earrings handmade by me, check this out! → https://www.etsy.com/it/shop/TsuyaHandmade?ref=seller-platform-mcnav§ion_id=34156635

English ivy (Hedera helix) has naturalized in many parts of lowland Cascadia. The tough, long-lived climbing plant grows well in the cool, damp forests along the coast. The densely foliated vine, capable of climbing trees to great heights, can crowd out much of the native vegetation. Because of English ivy's tendency to dominate the landscape, especially in disturbed locales, it is considered a noxious weed by many an ecologist, a pest that should be controlled and, if possible, eradicated. Invasive species such as this constitute a key forest management problem.

I simply adore these two! Connie and Bill's wedding day at the Ivy Room was for sure a highlight of my 2018 season. Their wedding ceremony was nestled in this intimate, ivy covered courtyard in the heart of Chicago...