Till the summer comes again. Today, I signed up to receive seed catalogs and already, I have my eye on many little gems. I will watch my mailbox, waiting for them to arrive. It's like planting a seed for summer to grow. Today, we are covered with a quilt. The snow has kissed the trees, … Continue reading Winter’s White
Tag: Spring
Lilac Botanical Print
For a few glorious weeks the lilacs bloom. The fragrance fills the air with that old fashioned scent that can transport you to another time. There are different lilacs that offer blooms in the summer and fall, but I truly love the early bloomers. They seem to set off spring on the right foot. Cathi … Continue reading Lilac Botanical Print
Spring Visitor
I didn't think spring would arrive this year. Just a week ago, we listened to the ping of freezing rain hit the windows and then leave a gift from Mother Nature of snow and ice behind. Although we still have some snow in the woods where the sun can't break through, there has been a … Continue reading Spring Visitor
The Beauty of Spring and a free Spring Print
With the air crisp and cold it almost convinced me it was a January morning. Even though it is April, this was the view on Saturday. The trees frosted with a thin layer of snow, a fresh blanket of white on the ground and the spring birds singing. Usually, the lake is frozen and offers … Continue reading The Beauty of Spring and a free Spring Print
Blooms
The perennials have decided to show their beautiful blooms this weekend. The perennials are the backbone of my gardens because of the zone. I need hardy plants that withstand subzero temps in the winter. Planting roses on top of the septic tank was suggested by several when I moved here, my sideways look of 'what' … Continue reading Blooms
Happy Mother’s Day – Free Printable
Happy Mother's Day! I hope everyone had a wonderful day 🙂 Today I am offering free vintage paper made with vintage images and original watercolors. Great for arts and crafts and framed art. Carte Postale Rabbit 8.5 x 11 With much love, Lisa
To Cultivate
I am still mulching my gardens in an attempt to freshen up the look. Pulling weeds, prepping the ground, and shoveling mulch...lots and lots of mulch. Cultivating provides a sense of contentment. There is definitely a feeling of satisfaction when you stand back and take in your work, especially when you power through an invasion of … Continue reading To Cultivate
Gardening
Gardening. 'What doesn't kill you, makes you stronger.' So they say 🙂 I am amidst a project of mulching my flower beds. They look so pretty with the green life poking through the fresh mulch. Using a small garden trailer and a shovel, I am happily working my way through my gardens. My flowers … Continue reading Gardening
Spring Fever
Some of my favorites from the last few days. Something about vibrant colors and the feeling of happiness that these pictures evoke. Spring fever perhaps? With much love, Lisa