Learning, loving, living…with purpose.
Our Encore Azaleas bloomed a couple of weeks ago. (Do you like the new blog header?) They bloom a few weeks after regular azaleas, but they bloom three times a year, so it’s a welcome trade-off.
I took a few more pictures of my pansies because they won’t last much longer. Pansies make me happy.
Twin sisters.
My grandmother was a wonderful gardener. I’m sure I inherited my love of flowers from her.
I want to introduce you to my friend Marla Taviano. She’s a fellow Cedarville grad, but I didn’t meet her at CU. We graduated in the same year, probably shared some classes, and maybe even sat at the same table at Chuck’s (the cafeteria), but I don’t think we ever met each other at school. Weird. I discovered Marla’s blog about a year ago, and it has been a blessing to me. It’s one of the very few blogs that I read every day.
Last year, Marla and her family did something really cool. They travelled around the country and visited 52 different zoos in 52 weeks! I followed their adventure on Marla’s blog, and I learned that we have something in common–we both have a thing for giraffes. Giraffes have always fascinated me, and I like them a lot, but Marla *LOVES* them. You have to check out these pics of Marla feeding and kissing a giraffe! Love ‘em!
Yesterday, I took the kiddos to our local zoo, which is one of my favorite places to go with Caleb and Chelsea. (Marla would be proud that we have season passes.) I’m so glad we finally got some giraffes about a year ago! I snapped some pics of my two favorite animals, and these special pics are dedicated to Marla.
Just beautiful.
Looks like he (she?) is smiling.
I love this! They were nuzzling and hugging and getting all smoochy. It was adorable!
So now I want to hear from you, friends! Have you ever seen two giraffes hugging (in real life), and what is your favorite zoo animal?
Well…at least in this part of North America it is.
“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 Songs 2:11, 12
Our picnic in the backyard today. Sunny and 72–perfect!
Playing with beans and rice while Mommy read Crazy Love.
Just another reason why I love living in the South–all the beautiful flowering trees. Once again, this isn’t mine. It’s in my neighborhood, just a few houses down. It’s only a couple feet from the sidewalk–that’s considered common property, right!?!
I don’t know what kind of tree this is, and I’m too lazy to look it up. Can anyone tell me?
When I walked by this tree a couple days ago, there were a ton of bees on it having a field day. The whole tree was buzzing!
Anyway, as you can see, I’m still here. God did something amazing yesterday in my life, and I thought, “How can I not write about this?” So I’m working on getting those thoughts down. They will be coming soon!
Yesterday was a busy day. Wasn’t home much. I missed connecting with you here, but I’m glad to be back in blog world today.
These beauties are not mine. I wish they were. I saw them at Caleb’s school and snapped their picture on Wednesday before the rain came and made them bow to the ground. On Monday, I’m sure they will be standing tall again greeting everyone with their sunny faces. Hello, Spring!
Have a terrific weekend, friends!
on your tongue…one of the happy moments of childhood.
I don’t mind the snow, but I do hope this was our last storm of the season. I’m ready for Spring now.
It doesn’t feel like Spring is coming (we might get more snow on Tuesday), but apparently it has been warm enough to convince our trees it is time to sprout beautiful buds.
I love all things Spring: colorful flowers, fresh new leaves, sweet songbirds, warm air, and green grass.
I’m also thankful God uses Spring to remind us He is all about new beginnings.
“Yet this I call to mind and therefore I have hope: Because of the LORD’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” Lamentations 3:21-23
