I haven't been posting much lately and I'm sorry about that - I just have a lot on my mind.
Nothing bad, nothing medical, no losses.
We're all healthy, and nothing financial is troubling us.
I'm just navigating through a period of feeling tired and overwhelmed.
I'll refresh my spirit by walking in my backyard, enjoying the blooming flowers.
Primroses
All that is blooming are my perennials.
I cherish their effortless beauty; they blossom in their own time, undeterred by the weather. As we enjoy the gentle rain, just enough to sweeten the air, I'm reminded of the resilience and grace in nature's cycle.
I haven't done a thing; I simply provided them the space to flourish.
The white Primroses.
They resemble a flower within a flower, symbolizing the beauty of layers within ourselves.
Which hue of primrose do you find most captivating?
a gerbera daisy is hidden within
African Daisy
Lavender Iris
The water plants in our lower pond are currently unidentified. They bloom in the winter months, showcasing their flower. As the weather warms up in the summer, these plants enter a dormant phase, retreating until cooler temperatures return.
Orange blossoms
There are many almonds on the tree
When you look upward, you’ll notice the almonds.
I've enjoyed our gentle rain, although I do not care about the wind. In the afternoon, we had hail. Clouds have been passing by, and we do get sun peaks. The rain does an excellent job of watering my flowers. It's been nice and I am enjoying the cooler temperatures while they last. I am not looking forward to the 100+-degree weather.
Our new garage door will be installed on the 16th, so we bought the matching paint at Home Depot yesterday. I know the new garage door will spark some new home improvement projects. We looked at new front doors—not yet, but maybe next year. We have made a list of things we want to do this spring.
Well, dinner will be ready soon. I have pork chops in the oven. We're having corn, green beans, and strawberries for dessert.
Yum!
I hope you all have a wonderful evening.
Debby
I also had a period of tiredness and just feeling yucky. I wonder if it's a bug going around. I have more energy now, but for a while, I was so tired.....and some sneezing. Your primroses are so pretty, and the one that I was drawn to was the Purple, the color is gorgeous. The orange blossoms are really pretty. We had a little rain too, and a lot of wind! I hope all goes well when installing your new garage door. Your pork chops and corn and green beans sound delicious. Such a simple meal, but one of my favs. Have a blessed weekend, Debby. I hope you feel more energized. A walk in the back yard always helps. : )
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Could be allergies? I’m just tired with too many things on my mind. April is looking to be a busy months and I don’t like busy busy. I’m too laid back for my own good. The busy busy was fine decades ago but I don’t enjoy it when I’m already tired! 🥱
DeleteThe Primroses are gorgeous! The only kind we have around here are pale pink. My favorite is the brilliant blue. My, your yard is like a botanical garden; with so much beautiful variety!! My wish for you is peace, my friend.
ReplyDeleteThey are pretty and they usually stop blooming by May/June. They don’t like the heat or strong sun.
DeleteAww thank you for the peace. ☮️
Hi Debby! I think you need to listen to your body and rest when you need to. And we're here when you are ready!
ReplyDeleteYour flowers are so pretty and a gift from God! I think the purple primrose are my favorite.
Your supper sounds very good!
That’s what I’m doing.
Deleteall the flowers are beautiful and I don't think I have ever seen primroses. I can only dream of flowers, our yard was always full, we have only 1 tiny bush in a pot, that is trying to bloom. we sand and weeds and the grass is brown and not growing. drought is an awful thing. I know the overwhelmed and tired feeling, and hope yours gets better soon
ReplyDeleteI’m just laying around - I did just come back from a walk. Still have to get a walk in.
DeleteWhat a pretty garden, my friend. Love, love all the flowers. Here, in Florida, pretty much it will cost a lot of money to get flowers in due to the sand here, sigh...anyways, I understand about having things on your mind etc. Wishing you a beautiful weekend. smiles.
ReplyDeleteI didn’t know that. We have volcanic clay for dirt. It’s red and sticky
DeleteAll the flowers are so pretty! We are just getting buds on trees and bushes now. What is with the wind lately? It seems everyone is talking about how windy it has been!
ReplyDeleteI have seen that as well. Maybe all you west of California are getting the wind we had. Who knows?
DeleteI think we all go through these kind of times...just mentally overwhelmed and needing rest. These photos have lifted my spirits this morning. Such beautiful flowers with deep colors. Around here, we can enjoy flowers like this for a very short time before the TEXAS HEAT wilts them. We had strawberries for dessert last evening as well. They were ripe and so good. I know you are so excited about the new garage door..this will lift your spirits. Prayers for you as you rest.
ReplyDeleteThat’s similar here in my area - our hot dry summers are brutal. It’s either cactus or oleanders! We stick to natives.
DeleteJust seeing the photos of your lovely flowers brightened my day, Debby. I find that when I'm feeling down or ill at ease, spending time in nature never fails to boost my spirits. Blessings!
ReplyDeleteI took a walk - it’s cold but sunny.
DeleteLike Martha said, just gazing at this glorious buffet of color fills my heart!
ReplyDeleteI do know what you're feeling, and would only suggest you don't try and force anything. Letting every emotion flow and ebb as it will -- "to every thing there is a season." Hugs!
At my age I can’t blame it on my “monthly”
DeleteWe all have times when we feel tired and overwhelmed with life and the motivation to do stuff seems to wandered off on its own so nothing much seems to be getting done.
ReplyDeleteHave to say looking at pretty flowers is a good way to lift ones mood
Good for you walking in the garden and refreshing your mind. I know I am going through a period of being overwhelmed. Hope all goes well with you new garage door.
ReplyDeleteThe blooms sure are pretty.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful flowers. I was outside today thinking what I could do to add more flowers to my backyard. Once I retire next year will have more time to get back into gardening which I use to love when I worked at a job closer to where I lived. Looking forward to it actually. Janice
ReplyDeleteThanks for the colorful flower photos. I needed them on this gloomy day.
ReplyDeleteI understand the feeling you are having and maybe for different reasons but I've been feeling so similar lately, too. Nothing awful is going on but feeling both mentally and physically exhausted and ready for a break. I've always heard the saying you have to "stop and smell the roses" and I guess you did that. I didn't realize just how beautiful primroses are. I just love flowers of all kinds, although I'm no expert on most of them. I hope you find your way out of the funk and have a great week ahead.
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