Koi drifting in the shallows...

As Saturday was such a glorious day, balmy and sunny we headed down to Hakone Gardens in Saratoga for some peace and tranquility. The gardens were stunning with wonders on every path. The violets were in bloom and the smell of the flowers enlivened the air with sweetness. This pic is of the Koi in the pond and there were quite a few of them. The moon bridge was a vantage point to see them in action. You could just sit there and watch them all day, aaaah the little luxuries of life - dream on!