1983 to now.

now that is quite incredible, from nothing to now, what a lot you have achieved over the years, well done, its looking brilliant,

Thanks, the quality of pics is not good, but it gives a little idea of what it was like. It was changed so many times, originally a sloping garden, so OH tiered it and made like two rooms with steps down. Can't change it any more now, but I am happy with it really.

Very interesting to see how a garden changes over time. The final picture is really pretty.

Thank you Frybo. Its interesting going back isnt it. I could have put a lot more pictures, but there it gives an idea.

you dont realise how much youve done till you look back do you.... all looking great now.....

wow what a transformation cinders, a lovely haven now and such a lovely job to :o))

Thats true Holly.

Hi San, thank you, appreciate your comments.

your welcome :o)

lovely blog, thanks cinderella, fascinating to see the different things that are possible with one garden; lots of lovely ideas.

What a great view you had on that 1st photo you ve achieved a paradise there and should be proud of all that work

It's so good to look back and see where it all started, and how it's evolved over the years...It's certainly a credit to you both, big pat on the back...a wonderful garden...Thanks for sharing Sylvia...x

I like to look back and see the changes, yours doesn`t even resemble the first pic Cinders, it looks grand, I like the walled gardens, well done...

You have worked hard over the years , but it has paid off..it looks great what a difference..:o)

Thanks Sticki, glad you enjoyed it.
Thanks Sixpence, when I look back at that and remember how everything took place and how it ended up, yes I do feel proud of the acheivement. Wish OH was still around to see it, though I expect he is watching.

Thanks Sue, appreciate your lovely comments.

I loved looking at the Transformation of your lovely garden,Cinders..and nice memories from your pics for you as well.I like the way it was made into a tiered effect,from a slope..just lovely..thanks for sharing it with us..:o)

Nice of you Sandra, it did bring back lots of memories I must say. A lot of work went into changing the slope, walls to be built and soil moved.

So thats how you have such a lovely garden OH is looking down taking care of it while you pamper your self and take the credit lol let the cat out of the bag now have nt you hehe just joking such a shame he is nt there now to reap the rewards.

Isn't it interesting to look back and see how a place has changed over the years. You've done well :o)

Thats right Sixpence, He did all the hard landscaping, I just planted !! Ha Ha.

Yes Hywel, I started looking at photos with a view to getting rid of a lot, but I didnt get very far, it was too interesting. Thanks for your comments.

I'm sure he's still there guiding some of those brilliant ideas you have Sylvia...:)))
Don't get rid of your pics, they're good memories...

Fascinating to see how it evolved Cinders, definitely not bored by seeing a transformation such as this :o)) I find it's very interesting to look at old pics of my garden and be reminded of plants long gone and forgotten. Lovely blog and many thanks for showing us.

Very interesting blog, Cinders ... it's matured so well with your TLC! ... :o)))

Lol Cinders.

Wow! What a total transformation, Cinders...Those photos really show how the garden developed over the years..What a nostalgic look back...such memories..
Knowing your garden as I do, this was so interesting to see the stages of the journey over the years...Wonderful!!! \0/x

Thank you Lily, I must say I have enjoyed it too. It brings back so many memories of things that happened at the time, and as you say, of plants that you used to have.

Thanks Shirley, glad you enjoyed it too.

Hi Flori, thanks for your lovely remarks. It has been most enjoyable, lots of money spent over the years too, but we don't think about that. Just enjoy it.

Fascinating ... you've done well ...
... any more budgie pics please ?

I'm sure I must have somewhere, I have a look for you Terra.

Have put some pictures up for you Terra, in a blog.

Thank you.. found your blog...
... gone straight to my favs :o)))

I do love a good before and after, your garden has been completely transformed Cinders. It's lovely to look at the old photos and see how much you have achieved over the years x

Thank you so much Annella, it has definitely matured !

Wow, what a lot of work you've put in there Cinders. Is that a lovely Robinia tree with the pink blossoms? I love those...too cold here though.

Thanks Karen, yes it was a Robinia Hillierii, and it got so large it took over the whole top garden. But they are rather brittle branches and a lot of them got snapped off in strong winds, and in the end it just gave up the ghost. It was very pretty though.

Thank you Homebird. Its amazing isnt it. I can't believe it when I look at that first picture.

This is a real insight to what can be achieved with love and dedication, a great blog.

Thanks Stroller, appreciate your comments.