Seasons « Through The Tulips

March 18, 2010

Woke Up To Spring

Filed under: Life,Seasons — gardener @ 1:26 pm

I couldn’t believe it this morning when I woke up, it seemed like the weather had changed overnight and spring had arrived and was wrapped up with a beautiful red bow and presented on our doorstep. Now, the crocus and daffodils have been blooming for about a week, and I’d say that they are probably getting close to their peak- the crocus that is, not the daffodils. I would venture to say that the daffodils probably still have a week or two (maybe longer) before they reach their peak, but it’s coming. Following them will be the tulips, in all their colorful glory. I can’t wait.

I didn’t have as much work today as usual, so I was able to spend some time walking with JJ and enjoying the day. I was also feeling a little lazy and doing things in the house, so I went out walking with him at noon, but was still in my PJ’s. I’m sure some people were a little surprised, but I figure why not? It was my trusty flannel coffee PJ’s and they happen to be pretty cute.

I didn’t stay in the PJ’s all day though. I did put on real clothes not long after that. After all, a girl can’t be improper all day can she?

I don’t know if it’s spring, but I tend to attribute it to answered prayers, but I’m feeling better- MUCH better. I’m grateful.

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February 17, 2010

Spring Cometh

Filed under: Life,Seasons — gardener @ 11:26 am

This morning I realized a couple of things. One is that it is getting daylight earlier than it was, which means that it’s also getting darker later. The days are getting longer, and that’s a sure sign that spring is on the way.

I also was thrilled to wake up and look out the window and see something other than grey skies. I saw blue, and sunshine. It was an instant mood lifter and actually made me want to get out of bed instead of lounging.

I sleep with the curtains open because I like to see outside when I’m lying in bed. The window covers one wall, and it’s beautiful on clear evenings to watch the stars, and also on nights when it’s storming to watch the lightening and hear the rain pelt against the window pane.

I have a lot on my mind this evening. After receiving the news that someone I knew a long time ago passed away last night, I’m feeling a great sadness for those left behind. I know she’s in a better place but it doesn’t make it any easier for those who loved her.

Life is so fragile. Make each and every moment count.

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February 15, 2010

Chasing Spring

Filed under: Seasons,Things I Love,Travel,World — gardener @ 12:29 pm

I’m still thinking about travel today, and even thought about planning a weekend getaway for the weekend coming up, except Marcel has to work. I wish he could take the time off because I could really use a get-away but right now I just don’t see it in the cards. Who knows, maybe I’ll get some friends together and just get away for the day. Even that would be better than nothing.

Maybe I’m just chasing spring time, I don’t know- I just know I’m ready for some sunshine and some fun that isn’t spent indoors. I was actually looking at trips to Iceland the other day and Marcel said that was the last place he wanted to go, because we’d be going from cold to colder, but I don’t think it would be as bad as the name sounds.

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April 25, 2009

More from the Tulip Fields

Filed under: Seasons — gardener @ 11:15 am

In spite of being busy most of the day playing catch-up on domestic duties, I did manage to get a few more photos together from our adventures in the tulip fields earlier this past week.

It has been a busy, but productive day, and I’ve managed to check everything off my ‘to do around the house’ list. I also haven’t left the house today- not even to go out and check the mail. It has been wonderful.

Tomorrow, the weatherman is calling for rain, and upon looking at the weather forcast for the coming week, I see nothing but rainy skies- that could change, and while I”m not thrilled about a week of rain, I know we could use some of that liquid sunshine.

How are you spending your weekend?

My dinner is almost ready, so I’m off- Have a great day!

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Tulip Fields 2009

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April 24, 2009

As Promised

Filed under: Gratitude,Seasons — gardener @ 9:03 am

I finally had a chance to go through a few of the photos from our trip to the tulip fields earlier this week. I’ll share a few now, and since I took about 150 that day, I can easily say I have more to share, including some macro shots of other floral subjects, that I’ll share at a later time.

Right now, I’m rushing around getting ready for dinner, and then we’re heading off a lilttle later to meet up with Hein and Desere at Aloha. The weather couldn’t be more perfect, and I’m looking forward to spending some time watching the sun go down and relaxing.

How do you plan to spend your weekend???

Trip to the Tulip Fields

Tulips, Tulips and More Tulips.

Tulips

My Gratitude List for April 24, 2009.
Today I’m Grateful For:

Lunch today with my friend Anna.
Marcel picking me up at the train staion in the town next to ours, so I didn’t have to wait for the following train to our town.
An evening at Aloha with Hein and Desere.
Dark roasted- fresh brewed coffee.
The colors and beauty of spring.

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April 20, 2009

Essence of Spring

Filed under: In the Neighborhood,Seasons — gardener @ 10:45 am

What a difference a few days can make.

If you had asked me a year ago if the way I feel would hinge upon whether or not I was able to get my work out in for the day, I would have laughed. A year ago I was still struggling through each and every work out that I had, and today, I actually look forward to them.

That’s something I bet you never thought you’d hear me say. Don’t worry, I never thought I’d be saying it either, but it’s true- and I’m happy that it’s true.

Some of you know that I had been struggling with several losses and other situations with people that I care about. It wasn’t anything that happened to ‘me’ per-say, but it is hurting and affecting those I love, and in turn that affects me. There have been a million times when I’ve wished that I wasn’t so emotional, so empathetic, but obviously God made me this way, and he doesn’t make junk, so I’ll just be grateful and accept it as a blessing, although there have been times that I’ve wondered. Last week was one of those weeks.

Last week was also the week of my monthly visitor, which, if you are a woman reading this, you know that it tends to compound anything remotely emotional or hormonal- couple that with the fact that I wasn’t able to work out due to cramps, and I was feeling pretty low.

I’ve been able to give several things their place, and yesterday I stepped back on the elliptical, and started my work outs again. Yeahh! What a difference that made. It is a well known fact that workouts are good for stress, etc. – but now I know it to be without a doubt, 100% true.

My favorite guy (that would be Marcel), and I decided to take a little walk through part of the neighborhood today, so I could see about ‘capturing’ a little of the essence of spring. It was a quick trip, since my knee started giving me issues again (something that it oddly doesn’t do when I’m on the elliptical -thank Goodness) , but I spotted some ducks on nests that I want to go back and photograph. Since the weather is suppose to be gorgeous tomorrow, I’m going to attempt to do it then, after Bible Study and grocery shopping.

In the meantime, a little taste of this afternoons walk.