Category Archives: Flowers

After the rain …. #Wordless Wednesday #April is National Garden Month #Roses from my garden

Wordless Wednesday – allow your photo(s) to tell the story.

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Meandering along this path we call Life ….

Well, it’s already been a year since I retired. There was no fanfare on that final day, certainly no gold watch … no handshake either, just a “thanks for everything” e-mail from my boss of almost 25 years (2000 – … Continue reading

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The weather outside was frightful …

… when I visited Emily Frank Gardens in the Trenton Cultural Center on August 4th.  (Yep, I know you saw this blog post title and, but for the beautiful Hibiscus flower, you figured I’d be whining about the upcoming Siberian … Continue reading

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In recognition of veterans …

I have participated in five different walking events for charity in 2024, but only written about two of them to date.  So, on the eve of Veterans Day, I am going to tell you about the Running to Honor 5K … Continue reading

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Summer weary. #Wordless Wednesday #Some are weary. (778/1,257 miles walked so far)

Wordless Wednesday – allow your photo(s) to tell the story.

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Dare to be different!  #Wordless Wednesday #Sunday Stills: Plant Life

Wordless Wednesday – allow your photo(s) to tell the story.

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Blame it on the Bossa Nova … and Terri.

You’re scratching your head over the title – I’ll explain that later, so bear with me, okay? This week’s Photo Challenge is “Plant Life in the Great Outdoors” and in Michigan, by mid-June it is easy to find some pretty … Continue reading

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Pretty in Pink.  #Wordless Wednesday  #Springtime at the Botanical Gardens #Monthly Color Challenge: Pastels

Wordless Wednesday – allow your photo(s) to tell the story.

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“It’s a beautiful day in this neighborhood” …

… said Linda Schaub while channeling Fred Rogers. I was already a preteen, not a preschooler, when the TV show “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood” hit the airwaves. I am sure it had all the sweetness and charm of MY favorite preschool … Continue reading

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Have a heart.

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, you may have hearts, flowers and chocolate on your mind, whether you are the potential giver or the hopeful recipient. Today’s post will include some hearts and flowers, but sorry … no chocolate. … Continue reading

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