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George and I love to 'walk the yard' most every morning --taking pictures of new flowers/growth. SO--I put together a group to share with you today. These pictures were all taken on various days in our yard beginning on April 5 and concluding with May 4, 2014. Hope you enjoy them! Be sure to click on them for enlargements.
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| White Dogwood bloom; (I made a huge deal in an earlier blog about our pretty Pink Dogwood --but hadn't shown off the white ones yet!) |
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| Taken from the road--looking toward one of our redbuds and our big white dogwood (See my Sweetie working hard???) |
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| Here's a very pretty and interesting TULIP... Any idea what its name it???? |
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| PEPPERMINT STICK TULIP (perfect name, isn't it?) |
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| Wild VIOLETS in our Yard (We don't have many--but they are pretty though when they bloom.) |
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| Another photo showing off our big REDBUD while it was in bloom; You can also see Tulips and Daffodils in bloom then---AND George is starting to put his container Roses along the driveway. |
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| Looking UP the street --showing off the beautiful White Dogwoods |
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| Beautiful PHLOX in our big side rock bed! |
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| FIRST CHERRY BLOSSOM TULIP (I will have an entire blog post showing off our Tulips--like I did the Daffodils, but haven't put it together yet.) |
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| One of the 6 AZALEA bushes in our backyard |
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| Another of our Backyard AZALEAS; I love this color! |
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| One of many HOSTAS in our yard; I especially like this one --although I love them all. |
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| Our first blooming IRIS this year, named Honey Glaze; I'm sure I'll have a blog post showing off all of our Irises --once they bloom. |
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| JUST the BEGINNING of our beautiful RHODODENDRON; Once the blooms all open, this one will be gorgeous --and I WILL share more photos! |
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These next four photos show our HOME during various dates this past month... Amazing all of the differences---and the best thing is that not everything blooms all at the same time, so we can enjoy our flowers throughout Spring ---and Summer and even into Fall.
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| APRIL 5-- Only things blooming then were lots of Daffodils, Crocuses, and Hyacinths |
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| APRIL 10---Daffodils blooming --and Tulips beginning to bloom |
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| APRIL 17 --Big Changes!!! Redbuds (on right) and Pink Dogwood (left) blooming and a few leaves popping out on our big trees!!!! |
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| MAY 3---LEAVES on BIG Trees--and lots of growth from our Roses; Pansies and Irises blooming now! |
Amazing, isn't it??? Spring is just SO awesome!!!! Now --while waiting on more Irises to bloom and more Azaleas and our Rhododendron, we are also waiting on Lilies and Daylilies and of course, our beautiful Roses!!!!!! SO--I'm sure you'll get to see many more photos from our yard!
My surgery is OVER --and I did well... Had it by the laparoscopic method --so I was HOME by 2:00 pm (after getting to the hospital at 6:15 am).... I am sore (to be expected) and will take it easy for awhile---but things went well--so I'm not complaining. Thanks for your thoughts and prayers.
Have a FANTASTIC and BLESSED weekend.
Hugs,
Wow, what a beautiful house ! Very peaceful :) nice blooms :)
ReplyDeleteRelaxing in the beautiful garden enjoying tea ! Wow !
What gorgeous flowers you have - and a wonderful garden!
ReplyDeleteYou have a beautiful garden no matter what time of the year it is but I must confess my favourite is the Summer when your house is framed by greenery. Hope you are feeling OK after yesterday. xx
ReplyDeleteVery beautiful photos from around your house! Flowers quite shimmering under sunlight... exposes wonderful colors. Love the last four different photos on your house... Hope the surgery goes off well and pain free :)
ReplyDeleteWow Betsy ~ I love seeing the changes in your gardens this spring. How exciting after such a long winter. You have so much beauty there surrounding you in your own gardens and in the flowering trees of the neighborhood.
ReplyDeleteHappy Gardening ~ FlowerLady
Hope you are well, Betsy. Thank you for showing your garden and neighbourhood during the last month. Everything looks lovely and it's good that you have different plants and trees in bloom
ReplyDeleteduring these days with more beauty to come in the weeks ahead.
I am having my first cup of coffee while "walking your yard". That must be a southern thing to do because my mother said it all the time. And, speaking of mothers, hope your day will be special. Glad to hear all went well with your surgery!!
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Bonnie
Hi Betsy!
ReplyDeleteSuch beautiful photo's! your garden is certainly blooming! - I hope you you are recovering well after your surgery and taking it easy, I was thinking about you yesterday and said a little prayer x x x
You have a very beautiful home. It's enough to make me want to move to Tennessee! Here we do finally have green grass and the first flowers are coming out.
ReplyDeleteThe Peppermint Stick Daffodil is the coolest one I have ever seen. Your yard should be in Home and Garden. It is by far the prettiest yard I have ever seen. Have great weekend.
ReplyDeleteIt looks gorgeous there, Betsy! I think that long, cold winter is making me appreciate spring this year all the more. :) Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteI can only repeat what everyone else has written!! Absolutely gorgeous yard, flowers and trees and colors!! Took my breath away! Such an incredible variety!! Thanks so much, Betsy, for sharing!! Have a great weekend!!
ReplyDeleteBEAUTIFUL!!!
ReplyDeleteNothing says 'May' like dogwoods!
And it looks like your yard is 'tour ready'!
You got some great pictures of our yard and house (not counting the ones the old man messed up by being in the background!). I hope you'll soon be out doing morning checks again.
ReplyDeleteBetsy, I'm happy that your surgery went well... You have a beautiful yard as well as the area around your home... Take Care, Big Daddy Dave
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear you are doing well. May your recovery be speedy and complete. Lovely flower/yard photos, Betsy.
ReplyDeleteLooking really good Betsy.
ReplyDeleteWhat lovely flowers! I love to see the dogwoods in full bloom, especially the soft pink ones. Thanks for sharing these with us.
ReplyDeleteYou are so far ahead of us up here. Our tulips are just starting to open.
ReplyDeleteHope you are feeling well since your surgery. God bless!
YAY!!! Get well fast!!!
ReplyDelete♥ღLinda
http://coloradofarmlife.wordpress.com
Beautiful photos that have the taste of spring and invite to walks.
ReplyDeleteThanks because I do know and love your beautiful country.
I love the Phlox, the Honeyglaze, and the pictures with George in them. I cannot believe you are blogging! At first I thought it was pre-scheduled, but I see your update on the surgery, SO glad for you!!!! I hurt myself by bending over to the floor and to this day have a place in one spot, so try not to bend for a week or so.
ReplyDeleteI love all your flowers and your home is really beautiful with all the flowers around.
ReplyDeletehappy to hear that it went well with the surgery.
Have a nice weekend!
I love that you took photos to show the progress of spring...great idea.
ReplyDeleteGlad you are home and doing well...
Glad everything went well Betsy. I'd love to be surrounded by such color! Ours is subtle here in the desert and washed out by the harsh sunlight. Have a good weekend! Chris
ReplyDeleteEverything is so pretty and colorful.
ReplyDeleteThe red bud trees are in bloom around here now. I love them.
Sending you healing thoughts! You have captured spring beautifully with these pictures!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Nellie
It is always a pleasure to walk around your yard with you.Of course if I were actually there it would be even more fun.Glad you are doing well.Enjoy all that beauty on your yard.
ReplyDeleteSo glad you are home and doing well. Also glad you got the less dramatic surgery. With that sweetheart hubby giving you TLC, you should be fine in no time. Rest up and just enjoy being spoiled.
ReplyDeleteYou were in my prayers.
Have a wonderful Mother's Day Betsy.
rest up. feel in tip top shape soon. ( :
ReplyDeletei can't pick a fav. there are too many to pick from. wow, you guys really do work hard. i love spring. have a great weekend.
I always love your posts on your garden Betsy, and oh those Dogwoods! Cant wait to see the Rhodo in full bloom - none up this far north here!
ReplyDeleteThank you Betsy it was lovely to hear that all went well post-op and you are recuperating well.
May you be spoilt appropriately this Sunday.
Much love and thoughts are with you and George
Rose
Betsy, you yard is so lovely. The flowers are gorgeous. It is a wonderful time of the year to see all the flowers and blossoms.. Gorgeous photos. I hope you are recovering from your surgery. Happy weekend!
ReplyDeleteWe are finally seeing color around here. Your yard looks so pretty. All that wonderful color. No matter what the season your yard always looks so pretty
ReplyDeleteWhat a difference a month can make, your house looks gorgeous in the spring Betsy. I love that pretty Peppermint Stick tulip.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad to hear you are feeling better. Stay on the mend.
Happy Mother's Day!
Glad your operation went well. Relax and enjoy your beautiful yard this weekend!
ReplyDeletexo Catherine
We arrived in Branson today for a few days, but had to check in tonight to see if there was an update on you. I'm glad it's all over for you and it went well! Take it easy and don't overdo! I was praying for you and wishing you a smooth surgery and now recovery. Take care!
ReplyDeleteOh, almost forgot to say that your spring yard is beautiful! It's so pretty down here and the weather is great in spite of the forecast for rain. So far, so good!
Hello Betsy
ReplyDeleteHave I said your garden is wonderful????
You really live in a privileged place, congratulations!!!
Cheers for Mother's Day and have a lovely week!
Bia
www.biaviagemambiental.blogspot.com
I'm glad to hear your surgery is over and you're doing well!
ReplyDeleteIt is beautiful, Betsy. I know you both enjoy it very much -- and the neighbors too!!! Get well so you can get back out there!
ReplyDeleteHi Betsy, sweet dear friend,
ReplyDeleteYour garden looks so gorgeous.
Happy Mother's Day to you,
family and beloved ones!
Have a blessed time with those
you love, sweetheart!
I am praying for your complete
healings and prompt recovery
from your surgery.
Doctor Paul, my hubby, says hello.
He said that doctors let you go
just too soon. He wouldn't have
done that. Doctor Paul always waits 24 hours after a general anesthesia, for safety reasons. My hubby is a Physician Surgeon with a big and compassionate heart.
He cares for his patients.
God is with you, Betsy.
I hope and pray that you add me
as your friend in Facebook.
I would love to be your friend.
All the Best,
Greetings from Poet Starry.
Glad you are doing good. Be careful and heal well.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful yard pics
Blessings
Marilyn
Hi Betsy, I am thrilled to hear that your operation was successful and you are healing up well. Great news! Your yard is so lovely! Have a happy Mother's Day tomorrow!
ReplyDeleteHi, Betsy: I'm so glad to hear that your surgery went well and that you're home and healing -- with all that beauty around you! Spring is truly amazing at your home! I love the pictures in all seasons - but especially as spring has progressed!
ReplyDeleteHello Betsy I am so sorry to have not been here earlier, didn't know you had surgery! But i am happy that you're well now. Please continue to be healthy, happy and in love.
ReplyDeleteYour house and garden, i think i know so well for the few years we've been following each others's blogs. I still remember the very organized, prim and proper arrangement by Gorge. Oh i also remember your house when not yet green, hahaha! Stay safe, Happy Mother's Day.
Happy to hear you are home and recovering from your op Betsy. Speedy healing my friend :) Your garden is spectacular, great photos!
ReplyDeleteI have not seen nor touched a real Tulip before. Someone told me petals of a tulip is as hard as plastics. But another told me it's soft
ReplyDeleteLove all of your pictures, Betsy. You have my continuing prayers for a quick recovery!
ReplyDeleteI'm glad your surgery went well and pray your recovery will be quick. Prayers and hugs.
ReplyDeleteHI Betsy Glad to hear the surgery is over and you are recovering. Your house and garden are lovely during this spring period and you have a great selection of flowers, shrubs and trees and I see George is kept very busy! Thanks for the comment on my post and great to know your babies have been born. Have a wonderful week.
ReplyDeleteI love your house and I love all your flowers and I love you too!
ReplyDeleteI love this time of the year when Mother Earth is waking up again. Can imagine you and George enjoy strolling through your garden in the mornings, from looking at these lovely photos. Enjoy your day!
ReplyDeleteOh my! These are the most beautiful spring photos. I can almost feel the cool sunshine. Sending you lots and lots of aloha and healing thoughts.
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