One thing I love about England …the “gates”..every drive, every garden has a gate…all gates lead to something mysterious and lovely ahead..whether it be a beautiful  flat or an english garden or a massive manor, the gate is the welcoming “first impression” of many entrances and driveways many times before the front door.  In my neighborhood which is historic, we don’t have gates to our front doors,  but many of us have gates to our driveways. There is something regal about a beautiful wrought iron gate that swings open once you pull into the driveway. There is something charming about a lovely wooden rustic english garden gate that opens into an area of greenery and the smell of flowers. If you don’t have a gate on your property, add one, whether it be behind a garage or to the side of your house, add a gate. Let others wonder “whats behind the gate”. Below are photos of some lovely gates I saw on our last trip, and a photo of our english fence/gate in the snow this last January! Many of you that know me know that I kept my mother in my home while she was ill and every morning she would sit and drink coffee staring out into our backyard at the beautiful snow in January..these photos were taken during that time.. Once she passed away, 2 cardinals have been seen on the gate daily. Once I can capture them I will post that photo as well. I designed our curved iron english fence and gate, as it  may not be in England, it sure reminds and takes me there when I see it which makes me happy. The authentic street sign “High Street” is the term used for the “main streets” in England.The rest of the photos are of different gates I saw during my last trip to England. You never know whats “behind the gate”. Enjoy!