I Ain't No Gypsy Rose Lee

You know how a good stripper keeps a little something back?  A little something to intrigue?

Well, after a week away I should do that with the abondonza of flowers that I found on our return, but I just can't.

The mini-rose from my favorite aunt.

Masses of geraniums.

Peonies, peonies, peonies!

A clematis I have babied for several years.

What can I say?  More peonies.

The weigeila - finally!

Dianthus

It's a riot of color - well, pinks and purples with a touch of white and yellow here and there.  Made me extra happy to arrive home.

Will tell you about the trip in a few days.

It Must be Mother's Day ...

Right on time.  The peonies started blooming this morning.  They always do it in time for Mother's Day.

Guess that's Mother Nature's way of telling me how much she likes them. 

If it's "your" day, I hoped you enjoyed it.

I am So Happy!

After a long stressful week at work, a lovely ray of sun arrived this afternoon in the mailbox.

The oh-so-generous Steve at An Urban Cottage had a little giveaway last week and ... I won!  It's a lovely pillow cover from his friend Carol Beck at 6 Wilson an Etsy virtual pillow shop in the Boston area.

If you're in the market for a beautifully made pillow, check out her site, and be sure to tell her that a very satisfied owner sent you.

Do you see how well it matches my sofa?  and how it brings a bit of spring into my house.

I couldn't be happier!

Thanks, Steve!

What's Up, Doc?

Apparently the rabbits prefer Romaine to leaf lettuce.

Guess I should be thankful for that.

Of course, I prefer Romaine, too!