May Happenings

 Here are just a few of May happenings.

Yes Mrs. Hummer has returned.  She and her friends are keeping me quite busy with  the making of sweet nectar.

That sliver of orange is a our Baltimore Oriole.  He likes to visit not only his feeder but the Hummers as well.

The bunny cart got filled this weekend with some favorite annuals.  She had been looking kind of lonely but now she has some company.

Snap Dragons and violas don't mind if a night turns chilly.  In fact they seem to prefer cooler weather.

Skies at dusk this time of the year are delightful.  I never tire of "looking up".

Speaking of looking up, one could not miss this full moon.   

Well these are just a few of May happenings at Harmony Hills.

I will be stopping by to visit each of you and find out what might be happening in your part of the world.

Hugs

Debbie

P.S. Will not be here next week because we will be involved in a special event...our nephew is getting married.   God willing - will return in two weeks.    Have a lovely end of the month.

"The moon marks off the seasons, and the sun knows when to go down."  Psalm 104:19 (NIV) 

 

Memories of Mom

 I have so many wonderful memories of Mom. 

Today with it being Mother's Day I pulled out one of her journals and read a few pages.  It was dated July 1995.  She mentioned that she and I had gone shopping and ate lunch at a quaint place "River Biscuit Inn".  I had forgotten about this restaurant until I read Mom's words.  

For just a brief moment we were once again together laughing and enjoying the lovely food and atmosphere.  It was like a special visit with her as sweet memories of that day transported me to another time and place.  

 Fortunately Mom and I had so many of those type of days.  Grocery shopping together, visiting local gardens and nurseries, library stops and just enjoying a cup of coffee and looking at old recipes made ordinary times extraordinary.

Often after spending a day together

She would say to me "it was the best day" and I would say "it certainly was".  Then she would say "I just don't want it to end."  I'd reply "me too Mom!"

May God Bless All Mothers Today!

Hugs

Debbie

"When Jesus saw his mother there, and the disciple whom he loved standing nearby, he said to his mother, "Dear woman here is your son, and to the disciple "Here is your mother."  From that time on, this disciple took her into his home."  John 19:26-27 (NIV) 

May Flowers

Those April Showers did bring May flowers.  Even though a great part of the month was cold and blustery we still had hope that it would warm up and become spring like.  It appears warmer days are here. 

Sweet Violets always mark the arrival of spring. (Will be gathering some for pressing and making jelly.) 

The pink azaleas seemed to open over night.  Always so glad to see them bloom.

Today I am putting out the grape jelly for the Baltimore Orioles and sugar water for the hummers.  Would not be surprised they will be here this week.  Don't want them to be disappointed when they stop for their seasonal visit.

Have peas and lettuce planted...hoping to see them popping up soon.

Spotted Mrs. Squirrel on a branch.  Hmm - wonder if she is glad May has arrived.

I know I am.   How about you?  Maybe you will share what your plans are for this coming month.  Would love to know.

Well take care dear friends and have a delightful week.

Hugs

Debbie

"...I will send rain on the land."  1 Kings: 18:1b

Signs

Finally there are signs that spring has arrived.  These tulips know it.  They opened right up to the warm weather we had this weekend.

The flowering trees are beginning to bloom.

 Fields are greening up.

Cherry blossoms are beginning to show.

Virginia Bluebells are gracing the garden with their delicate frills.

When the hummers return that is when I know spring has arrived at last.

Hoping all of you are seeing some signs too.

Have a blessed week.

Hugs

Debbie

"I will show wonders in the heaven above and signs on the earth below..." Acts 2:19 (NIV)   

Easter!

It is Easter!  Wishing everyone a Blessed Day.  Will return next week with a longer post.

Hugs

Debbie

"The angel said to the women, "Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was  crucified.  He is not here; he has risen, just as he said.  Come and see the place where he lay.  Then go quickly and tell his disciples,  'He has risen from the dead and is going ahead of you into Galilee.  There you will see him.' Now I have told you."  Matt: 28:5-7 (NIV)

Chilly Palm Sunday

In spite of it being a chilly Palm Sunday the Lenten Rose graced us with her subtle beauty.   

To not be outdone the flowering quince made an early debut.

Those Pussy willows didn't seem to mind the chill;

 

neither did the honey bees.  It was good to see them buzzing about.  They appear to love  Glory of the Snow nectar.

Last but not least the frilly butterfly daffodils wanted to be a special part of the day's show.

Hope everyone had a wonderful Palm Sunday.  Have a great week!

Hugs

Debbie

"The crowds that went ahead of him and those that followed shouted, "Hosanna to the Son of David!" 

"Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord!"  "Hosanna in the highest!"  Matt:21:9 (NIV )

Good

 It is good to be back.  I have missed all of you and am looking forward to catching up with everyone.

While I was resting the daffodils decided to bloom.  What cheer they bring after a long winter.

These small harbingers of spring "Glory of the Snow" always make me stop and smile.  What they lack in size doesn't keep them from being brave.  Even on a chilly morning their petals are open.

While on break found some extra time to do a bit of painting.   It was good to be back in the studio. 

 It is good spring is finally here.  Hope all is good with each of you.

Hugs!

Debbie

"See! The winter is past; the rains are over and gone.  Flowers appear on the earth; the season of singing has come, the cooing of doves is heard in our land."  Song of Song 2:11-12 (NIV)