Merry Month of May

Hoping everyone is enjoying the "Merry Month of May".

I think these two are.

The woodland hyacinths seem to be...

The lilacs too!

Discovering this nest certainly made my heart merry.

Have a wonderful start to the month of May.

God Bless

Debbie

"...but the cheerful heart has a continual feast."  Proverbs 15:15b (NIV)

Pleasant

The weather has finally turned pleasant.

The trees seem to have leafed out overnight.

The azalea is showing off a bright color -

 so are these New Guinea Impatiens.

This lovely tulip is one of the last  to bloom in May.

Mr. Bunny seems happy to return to his favorite spot  with the violas.

The Hummingbirds know the weather has turned pleasant also...they are back.

Well that is all for now friends...think I'll just take a rest and enjoy the warmer weather.

May you have a pleasant week. 

Hugs

Debbie

"Praise the Lord, for the Lord is good; sing praise to his name, for that is pleasant."  Psalm 135:3

Return

 
It is good to be back from spring break.   I have missed you and am glad to return.   Will do my best to visit everyone and catch up on all your news.

While I was gone look what started blooming:

Tulip and Virginia Bluebells

Apple Blossoms

Isn't it amazing how just a couple of short weeks ago the fields wore winter's brown.  Now they are wearing that lovely spring green.

Hope everyone has a blessed week.

"He who goes out weeping, carrying seed to sow, will return with songs of joy, carrying sheaves with him."  Psalm 126:6 (NIV)

Joy versus Happiness

Been pondering the difference between happiness and joy.  Happiness seems a bit fickle.  It buzzes in when the " sun shines" and buzzes out "when it starts to rain".  Joy on the other hand will surprise us.  Happiness leaves us wanting more.  Joy gives contentment.   It can be found in a stranger's smile, a loved one's hug, warm memories shared with a friend, a lovely sunset, a single tulip, a job well done, an encouraging word, a prayer, a creative moment, a song.  It is found in a life well lived. 

Hope all of you are surprised today with joy!

Joyous