I love this “spring tree” I found inside an office building in London, Ontario that is undergoing conversion to mixed use. Comprised of artificial flowers, it nevertheless looked pretty and fresh.
It was lovely to see, especially as the weather outside was rainy, windy and overcast.
Happy Sunday.
Tree blossoms are one of spring’s priceless gifts.
Although I could hear bees near this plum tree I didn’t spot any, but I could understand why they were visiting. The scent of the blossoms was heady, intoxicating, and very honey-like.
And, of course, lilacs have such a wonderful scent, too.
Happy flower Friday.
I love how everything is popping and bursting.
Flowering trees …
… budding trees …
… and, of course, budding tree reflections.
Happy Thursday.
There are springy signs everywhere! First, I noticed a few days ago that the red maples have very suddenly started budding.
These trees are loaded with pink buds that are so pretty against the blue sky.
They will soon be leafing in great profusion.
Then I saw that the large koi in the Japanese garden fish pond have come through the winter and their dormancy in good shape.
Passing near the creek the always-hungry ducks were happy to see us with our bag of quinoa snacks, and I noticed that the green head feathers of the males are beginning to turn very iridescent, a sign that they will soon be mating.
I hope signs of spring are happening where you are, too.
Happy Wednesday.
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A beautiful scene from the UK’s Forest of Dean courtesy of Stuart Aken.
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A beautifully tranquil summer scene from Harrie Nijland. Nice to see this photo right now given all the rain we have! You can visit Harrie’s blog to see more of his photos by clicking the link above.
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* These photos are from a recent trip to nearby Apex Mountain. At 2135 metres (approx 7000 ft), it’s high enough for snow.
The fruit of this chinaberry tree is very pretty to see during this cloudy, rainy December period.
Their lovely yellow are definitely very welcome bright spots in the overcast.
Despite their loveliness, the berries are actually poisonous to birds, animals and humans. They can be medically processed and used in the treatment of some viruses, but are otherwise of little immediate practical use.
I find this tree beautiful and have often sat under it in the summer while admiring some of the adjacent rose garden. Here’s a picture from mid-September.
The overhang at the top of the above photo is from the chinaberry tree that’s shown in the first three pictures.
Happy Wednesday.
The sky here in the Caribbean is bright blue and contrasts intensely with the lush green of the trees.
Night descends quickly and firmly; twilight doesn’t last long.
Sometimes it catches a fritillary butterfly unawares, seized in the efficient arrival of a confusing artificial light.
I carefully moved this sleepy little one to a nearby tree that was in the shadows.
Happy Wednesday.
There are still some green leaves about, but their numbers are dwindling.
By the time I post this, these trees will be mostly bare. Autumn graces us with its stunningly colourful beauty for only a short time.
Happy Monday.
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