Bet you were Wondering....

Bet you're wondering where I've been? Well, I've been here - just feeling under the weather. I couldn't resist sharing with you a sample of the beautiful fresh bouquet I found sitting on my desk Friday morning. A dear friend left them for me, and yes they did wonders for my spirit!! Nature is purest art, each petal a miracle of incredible beauty. The fragrance is very delicate and a treat for the senses. Thank you dear friend ;-)

Stop and Smell the Lilacs

My favorite part of spring without a doubt is the smell of lilac bushes in bloom. I am lucky enough to have one bush on the corner outside my bedroom window and another in back outside my screened porch. They were huge and full of blossoms yesterday when I took these photos. The big surprise were the irises. These gorgeous flowers were sent to me by my Aunt Carolyn a few years ago and were special family irises. I must admit I don't have a green thumb, so was worried the bulbs would never do anything. Just as expected each year big flat green leaves came up, no irises. So when I walked out my back door imagine my SHOCK when I saw these beauties with lots and lots of unopened buds. It was like a Christmas present in May!! I am so grateful for the gift and I think of my Aunt everytime I gaze over at them. The lesson, never give up hope, for surprises await.