Tag Archives: nature

Wordless Wednesdays — Anniversary flowers

Posted on April 25, 2012 by

  While these pretty wildflowers (weeds) bloom for much of the year, I remember seeing a field of them in a vacant lot on the way to pick up favors for our April wedding – seventeen years ago!  So when … Continue reading →

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April, already?

Posted on April 2, 2012 by

Blogging and living – sometimes I don’t seem to find the time to do both!  All is well and life is good.  And it’s April!  Time for festivals galore, and time in less than a week for me to take … Continue reading →

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Spring comes to the front yard

Posted on March 22, 2012 by

The anise is blooming.  Extra-cool because it’s a native plant.  My friend’s land in Mississippi is carpeted with these beautiful shrubs.  I think I need to get out there soon.  Making a mental plan right now!

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Spring is here!

Posted on March 2, 2012 by

We may not have daffodils, crocus, or tulips in New Orleans (doesn’t get cold enough), but we have irises!

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Spring is early . . .

Posted on January 25, 2012 by

I’m usually looking for this riot of pink around Valentine’s Day, but we haven’t had any cold weather to speak of this year, so the Japanese magnolias are in full force!  These colorful trees are pretty popular so there are … Continue reading →

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