The Sacramento Bee Rushing, gurgling, trickling, roaring. The sound of water over rock is among nature's most enchanting symphonies. And if you're fortunate enough to have a waterfall or pond in your back yard, there are plenty of great seats, too. Dewey and Brenda Willis, relax by the pond in their backyard with their dogs Jazmin and Holly.
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An old bucket with floating water lilies or torrents cascading from a granite face, running water is a much-desired element for an apartment balcony, tiny yard or expansive garden. An electrical engineer, Kenrow helped with the setup and construction. The rocky soil wasn't easy to dig out, he says, but the result was worthwhile. When you're sitting a few feet away, you can still feel the cooling effect of water. This is the waterfall and pond in the backyard of Dewey and Brenda Willis.