Thursday, May 31, 2012

Enlightenment and Resurrection

 

 

     The water lily is said to be symbolic of enlightenment and resurrection. It is rooted deep below the surface of a hidden, mysterious realm. It sends out beautiful blooms which reach beyond the water’s surface into the light. Upon nightfall, it will close up but come the morning sun, it will reopen in full glory.

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     I recently received this gorgeous water lily plant as a Mother’s Day gift from my husband. We went on a little adventure to find it and I got to choose the one I wanted to bring home to my little pond.

     Its glowing beauty is a reminder of hope for me. I hope you enjoy it, too!

Wednesday, May 2, 2012

Happy for the Rainy Day

 

 

        I'm so thankful for a bit more cool weather before the Summer heat comes along.  Here are some apple blossoms after this morning's rain.

 

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Friday, April 6, 2012

The Illumination of my Secret GARDEN Spot!

Tonight’s full moon spills down upon the little nook where I sometimes sit and meditate. Hidden by a jungle of wisteria vines, I am lulled by the sound of the waterfall pouring into my little pond.

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The Secret of Syringa

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Here’s a photo from my garden this morning. I hope you enjoy it!

I’ve read that Lilacs are used as food plants by the larvae of some Lepidoptera species of butterflies, but I haven’t seen any yet.

Here's an interesting link, too. The meaning of lilacs

Wednesday, April 4, 2012