Orange Blossoms in the air....

A nice Saturday morning so I went for a short walk. After one errand... (yesterday the indicator on the fridge to replace the filters started to blink... already time to replace)... the plans are to relax outside. The garden may be off limits. Why?

This tiny... maybe 6 inches from nose to tail... baby bunny was hanging around the garden yesterday. Of course if he is still here or returns I do not want to scare him. He found a leaf to munch here and there. It is all I can do not to try to pet him! Every so often when I looked out the kitchen window, I would loose sight of him and then all of a sudden he appeared hopping along. I am still amazed that they are off on their own when so tiny. He is so small that I can not see his tail.
The other day my neighbor JoAnn stopped by with a few chocolates for me

from Cerreta's Candy, an Arizona company. She wanted to thank me for  all that I do (HOA) for the community. The company is in Glendale and they have tours and sell right there as well as distribute around the Valley. Nice to be appreciated. The chocolate covered pecan caramel turtle is delicious. They refer to it as Arizona Camelbacks after the mountain in Scottsdale. The soft caramels are good too.

Recently having the sliders and front door open, the fragrance of these orange blossoms fill the air in and out. No, I do not have any trees but my neighbor does. At one time brides wore them in their hair or in their bouquets. It represented purity and fruitfulness. It is the state flower of Florida. Here in Arizona we pick them in February and March.
Well, time for chores.... I had hoped for the Housework Faeries would be here... and then off to Home Depot for the filters. Hope that I can  easily replace them.... the delivery people installed them when they delivered the fridge and of course I did not pay attention. Most likely The Brother Alan did but he is not here. It states to replace every 6 months and right on time it is blinking. Glad you visited with me today. Thank you for your kind words and your friendship.

Star light... star March

A quiet day yesterday nursing a sore hand. Sometimes I think it is what it is and going to be. So many of us make do when we need to. Yesterday I decided to change the window coverings in 2 rooms. Finally took down my ballerinas and now need to put them up in my bedroom. I walked the Bissell and swished and fluffed so today really is my day off. I did read for a bit yesterday and

finally made the March Origami Star. Love the two fabrics together. Dianna and I picked them out so it will have that thought every time I look at it.

All is well in the garden. The Dove couple are taking care of the nest as you can see from the Mister's tail poking out and just a peek at his eye watching me. He stays during the day and she at night. They do return to check on one another. No sign yet of little ones.
This old clock serves them well. Good coverage from any Hawks and out of the sun and wind. Guess the thoughts of removing it are not to be. I will be rearranging some of the other garden decorations. Still need to get to Lowes.... need motivation!
I do have some errands to do but just not interested I going. We just had the community paving done and I chose to leave my car in my garage and therefore not able to drive any place while it was being done. The project is complete and I still do not feel like driving here or there. Nice to feel lazy and not have to do. Maybe I am lazy now because I know next week I have a few things to do that can not be put off. Temps will be low 70s today which is nice enough to enjoy being in the garden or on the front porch. Okay, coffee and Shredded Wheat finished. Time to make the bed get the trash out and....
Thank you for the visit and for your kind words. Thank you for your friendship.

~~~and so it is Springtime

At 1Am this morning the rain fell loudly for a short time. Sun out and no signs of more rain.

Earlier the Super Moon was big and bright then the clouds took it away. Now the sun is taking away the puddles. Good thing as the cushions on the chairs and glider got wet... I forgot to bring them into the lanai! It should not take too long once the day warms up.
I sat outside yesterday morning and worked on the kitchen girl

I changed the collar to the lighter pink and she now has her bag which will hold her flowers. Of course now my had is bothering me... well, truth be told I had also walked the Bissell around and did the House Faeries work. One of these days they will magically appear and take over.

The tulips have opened and look lovely. The contrast is striking! I moved them to a cooler area hoping they will last a bit longer. I should try planting some in the garden. No complaints though as the garden is so pretty with what is now blooming.
The swishing in the laundry area is finished so now it is time to fluff things. I definitely need another cup of coffee and some ice for my hand. Wonderful to visit with you today. Thank you for your kind words and for your friendship.
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Leaving on a fast train~~~~

Wonderful weather these past few days. The temp has been around 82. Sitting outside has been lovely...except when there are interruptions which I will not  think about... but yes, it has been enjoyable being in the garden.

The Cape Honeysuckle is blooming. I had it cut back almost to the ground last year and it has been returning slowly. Happy to see these bright orange flowers ad the hummers are too.

The hummers also love the Penstemon which are all over the garden. These re-seed themselves wherever they please and I am very pleased.

The Hops Bush is also showing off with blooms. This bush has tripled in sized since arriving a year ago. I need to find a better way to support it. Maybe with a wooden trellis. I will look this weekend when I finally get to Lowes. I have been a little busy and at times feeling overwhelmed with things so I have not felt like going there this week. Every so often I think about finding a fast train to somewhere...the only trains running around here are freight trains... wonder if any hobos would be willing to take me along???? The  BSNF or Burlington Northern and Santé FE Railway is the largest freight train system in North America covering 32,500 Miles in 28 states. I can hear the whistle sometimes in the very early hours of the morning. I love the lonely sound.... anyway, when things get boggled in my mind I think of hopping the train as it rumbles slowly along the track which is about 3 miles from me and imagine all sorts of adventures. Not today however as I have things to do. Once Dennis and I got caught at a rail crossing in Glendale and we counted 140 cars...it seemed to take forever to clear the crossing.

I bought a bunch of Tulips yesterday... they really speak of Spring and definitely brighten my living room. They were tightly closed yesterday and this morning have begun to open. Must enjoy them quickly as they do not last very long once opened fully.

A little more done on the kitchen gal. Hopefully more today. Right now the swishing is finished so the fluffing will start once I get to the laundry area. So off I go. Nice to chat with you today and always. Thank you for your kind words and always for your friendship.