Why is it . . . That every year near the end of fall . . . My flowers look better than they did all year? My husband says they're going out with a bang.
Tag: spring
Magic and Majesty
Today I'm going to lighten the mood from my usual deep philosophical meanderings. I'm pleased to announce that the magic of spring has finally arrived. My favorite flower has returned for its brief stay.The soft and elegant color of the lilac bush with its intoxicating aroma which can be detected from a football field away.We… Continue reading Magic and Majesty
Credit Cards, blue skies, and Photos
Today I have some random thoughts. Call this a release or a rant or whatever you want, but I have some things I need to get off my chest. The photos in between the paragraphs are for a comforting break. ~ Is anyone here old enough to remember when you had to be approved to… Continue reading Credit Cards, blue skies, and Photos
The Moon, She-Shed, and Other Things
I realize the eclipse was a couple of weeks ago now, but if you were in its path, how'd it go? This year (as opposed to the 2017 eclipse) we stayed home. We rarely speak to our neighbors and it brought us together. Wish we could be friendly like that all year round. Here it… Continue reading The Moon, She-Shed, and Other Things
Strange February
Hello Precious Citizens of the World. I don't usually post on Mondays, but we had such a beautiful Sunday here in the Chicago burbs I wanted to share.I live near the Fox River which is 202 miles long. There's something about a river or a creek that feels cleansing to me. I love spending time… Continue reading Strange February
Small Talk
Whether on my blog, on social media, or in person in conversation, I'm not really a "small talk" kind of person. Unless that small talk includes humor. Yes, I'm all there for humor. Each person has a story, and I enjoy hearing those stories and how their life's experiences led them to where they are… Continue reading Small Talk
Lingering Effects
Over the weekend we went to a nature park near our house. The weather was a little cool, but otherwise, gorgeous. No greenery yet, but it will be here soon.After having the dreaded virus, I've been experiencing lingering symptoms. I have little energy and can get out of breath easily. It's slow, leisurely walks for… Continue reading Lingering Effects
He’s Back
I heard a familiar song outside my kitchen window, and guess who I found singing to me?(Please excuse quality of photos. They are taken through the window). Looks like the orange cardinal I named, Zeus has returned. Although, he might really be red. His color could be an effect from the glare of the sun… Continue reading He’s Back
Color and more Color
So, I was sitting out in the gorgeous weather enjoying a little color . . . when I spotted another color above me in the tree. 👇I thought male cardinals were red and female cardinals were a duller, reddish-brown, but this sweet thing was bright orange.It certainly has the head of a cardinal, so maybe… Continue reading Color and more Color
The Best Disinfectant
Over the weekend we were hoping to get some of that disinfecting UV light, but Saturday it rained all day. My brand new tulips enjoyed it though. Never fear, because Warrior Sun showed up on Sunday to battle and conquer the plague (using positive, affirmative words can't hurt).My tulips had a wonderful weekend, getting plenty… Continue reading The Best Disinfectant
Times Are Weird
These times are weird Germs are everywhere to be feared Division by media is engineered Old friendships are broken and smeared A siren blaring paradeBrought us a cheerful serenadeGot us out of the house in shorts With all of the good weather reports For days it was sunny and warm Then next there was a… Continue reading Times Are Weird
Snow, Flowers, and Chiengora
So, this happened over the weekend. 👇 It was only a couple of inches, and it melted by Monday afternoon.I noticed that a few of my blogging friends already have daffodils in full bloom. Our weather was mild before this snow, but we don't have full bloom here. Just a few sprouts. I planted flowers… Continue reading Snow, Flowers, and Chiengora
Fascinating
Shh, listen. Can you hear that? It sounds like a babbling brook. The nearest creek is six blocks away, yet the trickling sounds like a stream circling the entire house. I follow my ears to find where this is coming from. Out the front door, I find this (above) dripping out of the gutter, but… Continue reading Fascinating
Bored?
If you're bored, come live where I live. There's never a dull moment. Just a quick little post. Yesterday, April 26, 2019 it was 70f degrees (21c) with gorgeous blue skies. Blooming tulips lined the neighborhood. Twenty-four hours later, on April 27, 2019, it dropped 35 degrees . . . Happy Spring or Merry Christmas?… Continue reading Bored?
Disoriented
I woke up on Monday morning (yesterday) feeling very disoriented. Why? Take a look at the photo below that I posted as my header back in January. Except, this photo isn't the one from January. I took the same photo the day before yesterday, on Sunday, April 14! After it snowed all day, and I… Continue reading Disoriented
Morning Serenade
First thing in the morning, I step outside to let the dog out. Steam billows from my breath and crispy white sheets crunch under my boots. A soothing song greets me from high above. Wait, what? There's a bird singing? I can't remember the last time I heard a bird sing. The branches are still… Continue reading Morning Serenade
Tropical Desert
We finally did it. We got sick of winter and went back to the tropics. No more blankets of white or spiny branches dripping melting ice. No. We have green! And, yellow! Look at the size of those lemons! My favorite was the cacao plant (above), where I drifted off into chocolatey dreams. But, the tropics… Continue reading Tropical Desert
Real Life Magic
On April 30th I walked along the creek near our house, and below is what it looked like. The last day in April, and it seemed like instead of hibernation, plant life had died a permanent death. Where was spring? Would I ever see color again? A couple of days later, I zoomed in on… Continue reading Real Life Magic
Dear March
Dear March, Thank you for this past Sunday, for the vibrant sky, and the refreshing hint of spring, soon to awaken and beautify. But, could this just be a tease? Because, all I see, is dormant life all around me. Nature is parched and dry, looks as if she can’t revive. March you’re so fickle.… Continue reading Dear March
Almost Perfect
May 19th marked the second year anniversary of our move out of Florida and back to where I grew up in the Chicago suburbs. Many of you who followed me in Florida, know how much I wanted out. Still, I wasn't sure how well I'd do back home after twenty-seven years away. I'm happier than… Continue reading Almost Perfect
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