365 Days

January 25

2012-01-25T20:45:00.002-05:00

Isn't this a cool tree? I think it's a type of a pine, but it's really old and is showing it's age!

January 23

2012-01-23T21:09:00.001-05:00

This isn't a very big barn, but it's home to this horse. He was standing in the doorway for some time, then decided to brave the cold and wander outside. I thought the barn was cute, but I also loved seeing the horse, covered up with his blanket.

For more barns, stop over and see Tricia at Bluff Area Daily.

January 19

2012-01-19T11:12:00.003-05:00

We had a huge snowstorm last week that transformed our outdoors!
13 inches of snow in two days made for beauty all around us.
This was taken just down the road from my house.

January 16

2012-01-15T23:12:00.003-05:00

We were out driving yesterday afternoon, admiring the beautiful snow covered scenery, when I spotted this old barn, sitting all by itself in the field. I like the simple design, and the old wood against the white snow.

For more barns, visit Tricia at Bluff Area Daily.

January 11

2012-01-11T21:44:00.002-05:00

It was a beautiful day today; unseasonably warm temps for Michigan, clear skies and sunshine!
I watched my little granddaughter for a few hours this afternoon and we took the opportunity to go for a walk. Along the way I saw this bird nest. It's occupants are long gone, but it's still secure in the branches of this tree.

January 9

2012-01-09T21:12:00.001-05:00

This barn used to belong to a friend of mine, who built a new house and moved down the street. They had horses and stored the camper in it. After it was sold, a group from the college in our town asked to rent it to store instrument from the worship team, and also to have weekly practices. They also offered to paint it.
So it was painted - a pretty bright red, don't you think? And there are no animals - just college kids singing and playing!

For more barns visit Tricia at Bluff Area Daily

January 6

2012-01-06T21:58:00.002-05:00

We had some cute visitors at the Nursing Home today. Three puppies came to visit. They were Sharpei/Puggle mixes. and they got a lot of love and attention!

January 3

2012-01-02T20:59:00.003-05:00

This barn belongs to one of my nursing home residents. I showed her this picture and she wondered why I would take a picture of "that old barn". I told her it's a great old barn with character!
She said it's just used for storage now, but it used to hold the hay and for some years they had horses in it.
It's nice to know a little bit about one of the barns I photograph!

For more barns, visit Tricia at Bluff Area Daily.

December 12

2011-12-12T19:14:00.000-05:00

I came across this little barn in a nearby town. I think it looks Christmasy, with the red paint and the snow and ice. I like the sliding door and the little window.

For more barns, visit Tricia at Bluff Area Daily.

December 12

2011-12-10T20:54:00.002-05:00

I went to a funeral home in a nearby town to pay respects for one of my residents who passed away earlier this week. Near the funeral home was an old church with this unique steeple. Most of the bells in churches around here aren't visible from the outside. I really like being able to see the bell, and I bet it's fun to hear it ring!

December 5

2011-12-05T19:43:00.000-05:00

This barn belongs to my husbands step-dad. He farmed and drove truck all his life. He's now nearing 80 and still enjoys being out on the tractor. This barn doesn't get used like it did in the past, but there is still some hay stored in it. Do you see the ladder inside, leaning up against the loft?
It's a simple barn, but it's been used well over many years.

For more barns, stop over at Tricia at Bluff Area Daily.

December 2

2011-12-02T18:12:00.002-05:00

My brother-in-law, Mark, had a pretty major back surgery yesterday and I sat at the hospital with my sister for the day. When I left the sun was setting, and I saw this beautiful old church from the parking ramp. What a pretty sight!
* Mark is doing well today and will be coming home Sunday.

November 28

2011-11-28T20:38:00.001-05:00

How do you like this door handle? This restaurant is known for it's hamburgers and have been voted as the best burger joint in town several years in a row. The hamburgs really are good and the door handle catches my attention whenever we go there.

November 14

2011-11-15T21:48:00.003-05:00

Alaina got her first package in the mail the other day. Our son Andy is in the army in Afghanistan, and he had this onesie made and sent to her.
Pretty cute, right?

November 10

2011-11-10T23:03:00.002-05:00

First snow of the season!
We were supposed to get snow today, but it wasn't supposed to stick. However, our yard is covered in white! This is the beginning of a long season.

November 7

2011-11-07T19:39:00.000-05:00

I've driven by this barn many times, and always admire it, but have been unable to get a picture of it. When I drove by yesterday, the sun was shining and no one was around, so I pulled to the side and snapped this shot. I'm glad to finally get the picture!
I think this is such a classy barn. I love the cupola and the dormers. The sign with the old car has the address on it. Do you see the old hand pump on the right corner, next to the garage door?

Stop by Tricia at Bluff Area Daily to see more great barns!

November 4

2011-11-04T22:25:00.004-04:00

This is a row of trees I pass often. I have taken many pictures here, but I don't think I've seen this spot ever look more pretty than it does right now. I love the yellow leaves against the dark bark and the fence adds such a nice touch!

November 3

2011-11-02T21:23:00.003-04:00

"November comes
And November goes.
With the last red berries
And the first white snows.

With night coming early,
And dawn coming late
And ice in the bucket
And frost by the gate.

The fires burn
and the kettles sing,
And earth sinks to rest
Until next Spring"

- Elizabeth Coatsworth

October 31

2011-10-31T19:06:00.001-04:00

This is another old farm that has been preserved for park land with lots of hiking trails.
Here is the back of the barn as we came upon it from the trails.

Here is the front and side of it. It's a simple barn, but I like the style and dark wood. The top of the silo isn't looking too good though!

This shed sits about 60 feet from the barn. It looks like it may have been a chicken coop at one time.
The property was beautiful to hike, and the barn was an extra bonus!

For more barn pictures, visit Tricia at Bluff Area Daily.

October 26

2011-10-26T21:04:00.006-04:00

Tonight I am sharing some of my best pictures ever with you.
Monday morning my first grandchild was born!
Her name is Alaina Jo and I think she is just beautiful.

She weighed 7 lbs 8 ounces and was 20 inches long.
She has brown hair, long fingers and toes and cheeks that were made for kissing!
And if you couldn't tell - I'm in love!

"For you created my inmost being, you knit my together in my Mother's womb"
Psalm 139:13

October 24

2011-10-24T20:05:00.000-04:00

Isn't this a beautiful barn? This is the Post Family Farm, a favorite destination for families and school groups around here. Kids come here to pick out pumpkins, see the animals and ride the pumpkin train. Adults come to eat their famous pumpkin donuts!

When they put new cement down near the donut area this summer, all the grand-kids of the owner got to put their footprints in it. There was even one cat footprint at the end!

For more barns, stop and see Tricia at Bluff Area Daily.

October 23

2011-10-23T20:02:00.001-04:00

We had our great-nephew over from Saturday to Sunday evening. What fun having a little guy in the house again!

October 17

2011-10-17T19:31:00.000-04:00

This little barn is on a road I drive on a lot. I've always thought this barn is really cute, but when I noticed the trees changing color I knew it was time to stop and take a picture. I like it from the front but the view from the back is even better!

Don't you love that row of windows? I think it looks cute, nestled in the trees.

For more barns, visit Tricia at Bluff Area Daily.

October 14

2011-10-14T22:37:00.002-04:00

I went hiking with my sister at a nearby nature center. It was kind of cold and rainy, but we still enjoyed seeing the beautiful colors of Fall.

October 12

2011-10-12T20:38:00.005-04:00

"I can see the orange haze on the horizon as the morning exhales a yawn, and seems to be ready to rise. "
Jeb Dickerson

October 10

2011-10-10T20:05:00.001-04:00

Here's another old barn that I drive by frequently. The barn is pretty typical, but I love the old tractor in front of it.

This little building is near the barn, set behind it in a field. I don't know what it was for, maybe an outhouse? It doesn't look like it'll be around for long. I think it's pretty cute though!

I'm participating in Barn Charm. For more charming barns, visit Tricia at Bluff Area Daily.

October 9

2011-10-09T22:15:00.000-04:00

Looks like Fall to me!

October 6

2011-10-06T21:23:00.002-04:00

This was taken from the Au Sable lighthouse on Lake Superior.
We were halfway up the tower here.

October 4

2011-10-04T21:39:00.002-04:00

We were out walking last night, enjoying the sunset over this little pond.

October 2

2011-10-02T21:43:00.004-04:00

The Lighthouse at Marquette Michigan, on Lake Superior.

September 30

2011-09-30T00:36:00.003-04:00

We saw this dilapidated old walkway off a pier in Marquette. I love the way it looks, but I wouldn't want to walk on it!

September 26

2011-09-25T19:45:00.000-04:00

This barn is a few miles from my house, and I go by it frequently without paying too much attention to it. This time I noticed it, because of the hay in it. I think they are ready for winter. It doesn't look like you could fit one more thing in it!

I'm linking up to Tricia at Bluff Area Daily for her Barn Charm. Stop over there to see lots of unique barns.

September 23

2011-09-24T22:27:00.001-04:00

The beautiful Mackinac Bridge, lit up for the night.

September 22

2011-09-22T21:11:00.001-04:00

One of the falls we saw when we were in Michigan's Upper Peninsula last week. This is Wagner Falls.

September 20

2011-09-20T23:11:00.002-04:00

Last week we were in the Upper Peninsula. As we walked the beach of Lake Superior, we came upon this boat which was left, deteriorating on the shore.

September 19

2011-09-19T22:11:00.007-04:00

We took a little vacation last week and went up to Michigan's Upper Peninsula. While we were still in lower Michigan, we stopped at a lavender farm. The barn was huge, I loved it's shape, the star on it and the little bumped out door area.

Stepping around the barn, we saw hillsides covered with mounds of lavender. It must be gorgeous when it's blooming!

I had to include this metal chicken that stood at the back of the barn, overlooking the lavender fields. He stood about 5 feet tall. Isn't he cute?

For more barns, visit Tricia at Bluff Area Daily.

September 11

2011-09-11T18:47:00.002-04:00

The sun setting over the river last night. What a peaceful spot!

September 5

2011-09-05T19:00:00.000-04:00

I snapped this barn shot on my way to work in the morning. It's owned by one of my friends at work. These buildings are all being used as this is still a working farm.

For more barns, visit Tricia at Bluff Area Daily.

September 2

2011-09-02T22:14:00.001-04:00

On a drive down a gravel road, near my house I came across an abandoned house. It's falling apart and even the scraggly tree next to it looks like it's dying.
The whole facade is faded, except that one flash of bright blue in the broken window panes. I wonder what it is?

August 28

2011-08-29T21:51:00.007-04:00

This barn is about 10 minutes away from our house. It was a working farm until a few years ago, when the property was sold to the county.
They made this property a county park, with walking trails behind it. It's used by a lot of photographers as the barn provides lots of different backgrounds.
My daughter and son-in-law are expecting a baby in about 6 weeks, and we met there to take some maternity shots.
You can see them here if you like.

Here's a shot of the barn from the back.

Check out this cool tree. I love it's trunk.

Here's another side of the barn. The weathered boards have such character!

For more barns, visit Tricia at Bluff Area Daily.

August 27

2011-08-28T20:52:00.003-04:00

We went for a walk at a local park today. I don't know who the fisherman is, but I liked the peaceful scene with him in it.

August 24

2011-08-24T21:16:00.002-04:00

The local Fair is near us this week. I love the sights, sounds and the smells of the Fair (well, maybe not the smells of the barns!)
Seeing all the rides lit up at night is part of the fun!

August 23

2011-08-23T15:03:00.002-04:00

My computer got hit with a virus last night, so it's off getting fixed. I'll be by to see you all when I get it back!

August 21

2011-08-21T22:31:00.002-04:00

Today is our 30th anniversary! Hard to believe it's been that long - but we've been blessed in those 30 years together!
We are taking a little vacation to celebrate in a few weeks, but today we just packed a picnic lunch and went to our favorite park to walk the trails. Along the side of one of the trails was this huge spiderweb. Isn't God's creation amazing?

August 20

2011-08-20T22:58:00.003-04:00

We went to a Chicken BBQ tonight, where they also had several displays set up. One of them was farm animals and these baby bunnies were there. They are floppy eared rabbits and we thought they were so cute!

August 16

2011-08-16T21:10:00.002-04:00

This picture was taken this morning on my way to work. The sky was so orange it looked more like a sunset than a sunrise. It was another beautiful day!

August 15

2011-08-15T20:58:00.003-04:00

I pass this barn all the time and I always enjoy seeing it, but it's especially nice when the bales of hay are sitting out in front! This barn is still being used although it is showing it's age. I like the little window on the peak.

I'm participating with Tricia at Bluff Area Daily. Go check out the other barns in her Barn Charm!

August 8

2011-08-08T21:36:00.001-04:00

Yesterday I was driving in an area rarely am in. As I came near this barn, I was struck by it's color. It was brown, which is not common around here. The building itself is pretty standard, but it sets on a hill, and is surrounded by a split rail fence, giving it such a nice look.
I noticed the doors were open, and when I got closer, I was in love with what I saw inside:

Isn't that a beautiful car? The barn showcases it perfectly!

For more barns, visit Tricia at Bluff Area Daily.

August 5

2011-08-05T22:42:00.003-04:00

Come sit a spell!
Everything is flowering so nicely in our back yard, making this an inviting spot to sit and enjoy it.

August 2

2011-08-02T21:19:00.003-04:00

We've been blessed with lots of beautiful mornings lately. This is another picture I took on my way to work. Mornings like this make me want to keep driving and taking pictures instead of going to work!

July 31

2011-07-31T21:33:00.000-04:00

This barn belongs to an older man from our church. I heard a rumor that it was going to be painted soon, and I decided I better get a picture before that happened.
I love the low overhang of the roof. Can you see the swing set being covered by the vines on the left side of the barn? His kids and grand kids are grown so the swing is no longer used.

For more barns, visit Tricia at Bluff Area Daily.

July 30

2011-07-30T12:33:00.002-04:00

The flowering chive in our back yard are starting to bloom. I like the way this shot shows the flower before it opens and the way the individual flowers look.

July 26

2011-07-26T20:47:00.001-04:00

It was another beautiful morning. I can't resist a hay field, especially on a misty morning!

July 25

2011-07-25T20:21:00.000-04:00

This beautiful barn is about 5 minutes from my house. I love the unusual color, the shape and all the little details. I think the fence adds a nice touch!
Right next to it is this barn, which is enclosed in the same fence. It's smaller, but has the same details.

For more barns, visit Tricia at Bluff Area Daily.

July 22

2011-07-22T21:03:00.001-04:00

This cute little guy makes regular appearances on our front porch. It seems to be his favored spot to sit and eat acorns, as you can see by the remnants he's left behind. It also proves to be a good way to torture our cat, who is stuck watching him through the glass door.

July 19

2011-07-19T19:33:00.002-04:00

I love summer mornings! There is often a light mist, when I'm on my way to work. This morning there was a mist and a glow in the air as the sun rose. It was so pretty, I took the back roads and came upon this field, bathed in this early light.

July 18

2011-07-18T19:32:00.002-04:00

I'm posting this on Barn Charm, although I know you can't really see the barn well. I just think it's such a pretty farm setting, next to the river and trees.
For more barns, visit Tricia at Bluff Area Daily.

July 15

2011-07-15T21:47:00.000-04:00

We have several of these painted daisies in a flower bed in our back yard. They have such an unusual color; sometimes they appear to be orange and sometimes a pinkish shade. Regardless, they always look cheery!

July 12

2011-07-12T20:23:00.002-04:00

I love haying season! There is nothing like the smell of the freshly cut hay drying in the field and the big round bales are so picturesque.

July 11

2011-07-11T20:58:00.006-04:00

I found this old barn that almost looked like it was going to be swallowed up by the trees and bushes around it. I could only see this side and some of the front, the other side was completely covered.

I think these doors have their own charm with the trees edging them.

For this weeks Barn Charm, visit Tricia at Bluff Area Daily.

July 8

2011-07-08T22:25:00.001-04:00

This is our front walk. I like the moss growing between the bricks. It makes it feel old and adds character!

July 5

2011-07-05T20:31:00.002-04:00

This field is just down my road. I love the way the wild flowers on the edge of it look in the evening sun.

June 28

2011-06-28T20:42:00.002-04:00

Although I'm not usually a fan of telephone pole, as they are often in the way when I'm trying to take a picture, I thought these poles had a certain appeal with the evening sun shining on them.

June 27

2011-06-27T19:39:00.004-04:00

This barn is near my Dad's house. It's still in use, but I wonder how long it will keep standing, with it's curvy roof and walls!
I'm linked up with Tricia at Bluff Area Daily. Check out her blog to see barns from all over!

June 23

2011-06-23T21:04:00.003-04:00

Our climbing roses are full of blooms this year. I love looking into the back yard and seeing that mass of color!

June 21

2011-06-21T21:24:00.002-04:00

Crazy weather here tonight!
The sun was shining and it started to thunder. Before we knew it, it was dark, pouring rain and hailing. Then the power went out for a few hours.
We noticed this black squirrel on a tree in our front yard. We wondered why he just hung on the tree and didn't take cover somewhere, and then we realized that the section of the tree he was on, was the only part staying dry. Guess he was smarter than us! When it quit raining, he moved on.

June 20

2011-06-20T19:38:00.001-04:00

Here's another old barn I found while out on a drive. It looks like it's in good condition, except for the faded paint, which I kind of like. I noticed the little shed next to it has an identical window in the peak.
For more barns, visit Tricia at Bluff Area Daily for Barn Charm.

June 16

2011-06-16T20:14:00.003-04:00

This is Cranesbill Geranium, one of the perennials that's blooming in our back yard at the moment.

June 14

2011-06-14T18:08:00.002-04:00

My daughter and I went to the Mall today to see what deals we could find. We were surprised when we pulled in to see a family of geese in the parking lot. We watched them for a few minutes as they made their way across the lot, toward a little pond. The whole time we watched, one of the adults led the way, while the other brought up the rear. Pretty cute!

June 13

2011-06-13T20:12:00.004-04:00

This barn is simple and straight forward, nothing fancy. I could only see that one window on it, so I wonder how dark it is inside. You can see just a hint of the red paint it once sported, but it still has a glow about it, as the sun sets on another day.

I'm linked up with Tricia at Bluff Area Daily for her Barn Charm.

June 9

2011-06-09T19:15:00.006-04:00

Tomorrow is the last day of school around here. I think this swing is just waiting for the kids to be free to come and play!

June 6

2011-06-06T19:29:00.005-04:00

I'm always on the lookout for barns when I'm out driving, and I was thrilled to see this unusual one on a back road near us. It's so well kept and I think it's pretty cute!

*Several people wondered if it was renovated into a house, but it's a barn, the house is just to the right of it.

I'm linked up with Tricia at Bluff Area Daily, for her Barn Charm meme. Stop over there for more barns!

June 5

2011-06-05T19:30:00.000-04:00

I've been on a bit of a blogging break, because my son who is currently deployed to Afghanistan was home on leave for 2 weeks.
He left Saturday to return to his base after some time we all enjoyed.
This picture is one he took on his base. This is an Apache helicopter which is what he works on. I love that sky with the sunbeams over the mountains.

May 20

2011-05-20T22:50:00.001-04:00

While driving the back roads, I found this log cabin. I think it looks like an old one, and I think it fits right into the woods.

May 18

2011-05-18T20:48:00.001-04:00

Isn't this cool? Looks like this tree fell, and then this little stream made it's way under the roots. I thought it was a pretty little scene!

May 16

2011-05-16T22:19:00.001-04:00

I like the simple lines of this barn, along with the faded red paint and the foundation.
I'm linked with Tricia at Bluff Area Daily for Barn Charm.

May 13

2011-05-13T21:47:00.001-04:00

The dogwoods are flowering! They tend to grow along the edge of wooded areas. Their airy white flowers are such a pretty sight along the country roads.

May 11

2011-05-11T19:48:00.002-04:00

Spring is here, unfurling the leaves and putting a smile on my face!

May 9

2011-05-09T20:26:00.002-04:00

It's time for Barn Charm! This was just a little barn - or maybe a shed. I like the way the red door and the green grass show up against the worn, gray side of the barn.

For more barns visit Tricia at Bluff Area Daily.

May 8

2011-05-08T14:47:00.000-04:00

It's Tulip Time here in West Michigan. These are just a few of the Tulips that are planted all over the city of Holland, that are enjoyed by the people who come from all over for the Festival.

May 6

2011-05-06T19:57:00.000-04:00

Spring is bursting out all over!
We've had another beautiful day today, the sun has been shining and things are growing! The dogwood tree (On the right side of photo) is blooming, and the leaves are coming out on the trees and bushes. It's such a happy sight!

May 4

2011-05-04T19:36:00.001-04:00

These geese are pretty, but that's not why I took the picture.
I took it because of where this is. It kind of looks like a park, but it's not. Do you see the traffic light at the right of this shot? Yes - this is right near a road, a divided highway actually.
This is the median of that highway!
I was turning, and was so surprised to see these geese that I snapped this picture out of my side window. (There were no other cars near me)
I hope they made it back across the highway again!

May 2

2011-05-02T18:54:00.000-04:00

As you know I love barns, especially the old, weathered ones. This is kind of a sad picture because all that remains of this old barn is a silo and a portion of the top of it. I don't see many new barns being built in the same way - most of the new ones are just pole barns. I hate to think of the old barns I love to look at becoming like the one in this picture.
I've linked this post up with Tricia at Bluff Area Daily for her weekly Barn Charm post. Check it out if you love barns too.

April 29

2011-04-29T19:31:00.001-04:00

This was taken at a beautiful park near us, where there are some great trails to walk. I love this bridge no matter what season we are in.

April 27

2011-04-27T19:27:00.002-04:00

We've been having lot's of crazy weather here, and I know a lot of you have too. It's been raining like crazy and there were tornadoes in the next county last night. This evening, the sun is out and I wandered in the yard with my camera and enjoyed it!
Our Japanese Maple is budding. Isn't new growth beautiful?

April 25

2011-04-25T19:10:00.000-04:00

This old barn sits on a hill, overlooking a gravel road. I don't think it's used anymore as I've not seen any activity around it for some time. I would have liked to have gotten closer to get some better shots but there are No Trespassing signs posted around it.

For more barns, visit Tricia at Bluff Area Daily.

April 24

2011-04-24T19:49:00.000-04:00

We went to something called Plow Days on Saturday. A group of people with horses, gather and demonstrate what it used to be like to get a field ready for planting before tractors.
Some of the teams had plows with a seat, but this guy was using the old, walk behind variety.

April 22

2011-04-22T20:40:00.004-04:00

I took this picture yesterday morning on my way to work. I love driving to work this time of year, The sky is often pink, and because it's still quite cold, it's often misty.
It makes it worth getting up early!

April 20

2011-04-20T21:13:00.001-04:00

I love these white fences at this farm. They almost glow in the sunlight.
As I posted this, I thought this picture almost looks like it was taken in the Fall, with all the leaves still on the ground. I guess they are waiting for Spring to truly arrive before they blow away!

April 18

2011-04-18T21:39:00.000-04:00

This is a barn I frequently drive past and for some reason I've never stopped to take a picture of it. It's somewhat unusual for West Michigan, as most barns around here are painted red.
I like the dormers and all the moss on the roof.
I'm linking up with Tricia at Bluff Area Daily for Barn Charm. Go visit her to see barns from all over!

April 15

2011-04-15T20:41:00.003-04:00

In the language of Winnie the Pooh, today was a "blustery" day!
These grasses are blowing in the wind, as this field awaits it's Spring plowing.

April 13

2011-04-13T19:34:00.001-04:00

We have had some beautiful evenings lately, perfect for checking out the woods near us. I like the way the trees are reflected in this little stream at sunset.

April 11

2011-04-11T19:47:00.000-04:00

I love to drive down old dirt roads and see what I find! Often it's old barns, and you know how I like them! This is another one that doesn't appear to be in use anymore, but it's charming anyway!
For more barns, visit Tricia at Bluff Area Daily for her weekly link up named Barn Charm!

April 9

2011-04-09T16:55:00.007-04:00

It was a beautiful evening last night, perfect for a drive!
I love quiet country roads - especially at sunset!

April 7

2011-04-06T21:12:00.000-04:00

I was driving down a country road near us when I passed these cute miniature horses, enjoying a sunny day! They both appeared to think the grass was greener on the other side of the fence!

April 4

2011-04-04T21:43:00.003-04:00

This barn is part of a farm that was started in 1866. It was run for many years as the County Poor Farm. There was a huge house where people could live, and they worked on the farm. It later was used as a place for people who were mentally challenged to live and work. In recent years, the house was taken down and the farm was not being used. The county renovated the buildings and made hiking and equestrian trails on the 228 acres of land.
I think it's a beautiful barn!
I've linked up with Barn Charm at Bluff Area Daily. Stop over there to see lots of great barns,

March 31

2011-03-31T20:04:00.001-04:00

"Blue skies, smiling at me, nothing but blue skies, do I see!"
Irving Berlin

It's so nice to see blue skies and sunshine again! I stopped at the Grand river today. There was hardly a cloud in the sky, and although it's still pretty cold I know Spring is coming.
However, the weathermen have had the audacity to mention that nasty s word. They are predicting a "wintry mix" for this weekend and no warmer temps until next weekend. :(

March 23

2011-03-23T19:52:00.004-04:00

And this is what is happening in my area!
Last night we had wind, rain, sleet and then ice. However, on the other side of the state they got a bunch of snow, so our small amount of ice isn't really too bad.

March 21

2011-03-21T19:35:00.000-04:00

Since most of our snow is melted, I wandered around our yard to see how things looked after the long winter. These are called rain bells, because when it rains, the little cups fill with water and tip into each other, making a ringing sound.
Do you see what's in 4 of them? It's acorns! We had so many of them come down last Fall, and it looks like a few landed in the cups. Pretty Funny!

March 17

2011-03-17T19:33:00.000-04:00

This flower head on our hydrangea tree is one of several that have remained throughout the winter. Despite it's fragile appearance, it has dried and faded to this sepia color, hanging on through wind and snow.
Soon new flower heads will appear, forcing the old ones to fall off. Until then, I enjoy seeing their faded beauty.