Sunday, March 20, 2011

Spring Back!

Spring back and what do I see? A carpet of pink flowers looking at me.

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Beautiful blooms layered against thorns and leaves, ironic that something so lovely could cause one to bleed.

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Outstretched branches showcasing the best of the best, combating elements and all of the garden pests.

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You like a little hair cut every now and then, as this pushes new growth out over and over again.

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Step inside the old garden gate, you may even be visited by a butterfly if you sit and wait.

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Now spring forward and open the door, a brand new garden awaits outside for you to explore.

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For every sweet flower, large or small, thank you for your beauty that captivates us all.

Grow.

Nurture.

Thrive.

Love.

Enjoy.

Take the time to smell the flowers.

Happy Spring!

Addendum: These are flowers from my yard from last spring, hence spring back. I cannot wait for them to start blooming again....if only it would stop raining here! So girls....I am in the same boat with you who are anticipating a showcase of flora!!

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40 comments:

  1. DebbyMarch 20, 2011 at 10:46 AM

    Happy Spring as well. Beautiful roses and I love that Irish music playing.

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  2. PondsideMarch 20, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    *sigh*
    That was SO beautiful. I am longing for colour. My cousins from California were here this weekend and they really felt the cold!

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  3. Blondie's JournalMarch 20, 2011 at 11:06 AM

    Beautiful post for the first day of spring!! :-)

    XO,
    Janie

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  4. KrisMarch 20, 2011 at 11:08 AM

    Your roses are lovely. I have them lining the entire outside of our front yard. But no climbers. I love climbers1!! Oh those darn aphids!!!!

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  5. Brenda PruittMarch 20, 2011 at 11:51 AM

    Oh my, I remember a time when I didn't stop to smell the flowers. Life wasn't nearly as much fun!
    Brenda

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  6. ornamentsbypinkMarch 20, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    Your pictures are beautiful! What a sweet post! I love roses can't wait to see mine blooming! (if it ever warms up here) still freezing..
    Happy Spring to you
    Mary

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  7. Cottage TouchMarch 20, 2011 at 12:16 PM

    ah man your teasing me, spring flowers won't likely come out for another month here

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  8. Freckled HenMarch 20, 2011 at 1:00 PM

    Happy Spring to you, too. Your pictures are stunning!
    Hope you are well,
    Kate

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  9. Two French BulldogsMarch 20, 2011 at 1:15 PM

    Beautiful
    Snuggles,
    Benny & Lily

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  10. LaMarch 20, 2011 at 1:25 PM

    HAPPY SPRING!

    Your post makes me smile.

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  11. SusanMarch 20, 2011 at 1:33 PM

    Your roses are gorgeous!! My roses have not started blooming yet!

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  12. VeeMarch 20, 2011 at 2:26 PM

    Those are blooming in your garden now? They are beautiful and another way for me to enjoy spring where there are some roses...right here.

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  13. Lori LucasMarch 20, 2011 at 2:53 PM

    Wow. Are those flowers in your yard? We are not that far advanced in our springtime yet, although we do have daffodils and pear trees that are beautiful. It won't be long!
    Also, your poem was adorable. Was it after "Brown Bear, Brown Bear"?
    My children were raised in the town where (Bill Martin JR) the author of that and other famous poems was from. He (Mr. Martin) is their favorite son. The schools did so many fun things with his poetry through the years.
    Enjoy the beautiful weather. Lori L

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  14. Kathleen GraceMarch 20, 2011 at 3:25 PM

    Oh Becky, so beautiful! Pink roses are my favorite and I can't wait until mine bloom this spring! Can I admit I had divine inspiration on what to use to make your Sophies Bloomers bag while I was in church this morning? I can't wait to get what I need and get started:>)

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  15. DukeMarch 20, 2011 at 3:37 PM

    Your roses are just beautiful! Happy spring!

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  16. DeborahMarch 20, 2011 at 4:13 PM

    Spring is here!!!
    At long last Becky!!
    Thank you for so greeting spring with such lovely roses...breath-taking!!
    Cant wait to see those here...xo

    Deborah xoxo

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  17. ~Lavender Dreamer~March 20, 2011 at 4:49 PM

    What gorgeous colors! I can just imagine how wonderful they smell! ♥

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  18. UnknownMarch 20, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    Beautiful! :) I can almost smell them!

    ~Liz

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  19. ElsieMarch 20, 2011 at 6:23 PM

    Beautiful,Beautiful,Beautiful Becky. Happy Spring to you to.
    My Lady Banks rose bush is blooming
    as well as my Knock out roses. My
    Wisteria is beautiful right now.
    I love Spring!!!

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  20. DeniseMarch 20, 2011 at 7:37 PM

    Oh I love roses...They were my Mom's favorite... I am going to plant a rose garden this year just for her... Yours made me want to stop and smell!

    Beautiful.......

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  21. ConnieMarch 20, 2011 at 9:33 PM

    Beautiful roses....... Hopefully I will see ours bloom this summer.
    Happy Spring to you!

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  22. AnneMarieMarch 21, 2011 at 5:41 AM

    Beautiful blooms! Not long now! Happy Spring to you! xx

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  23. GranthamLynnMarch 21, 2011 at 9:30 AM

    Oh how pretty. Thanks for 'springing back' and sharing these lovelies. Have a great week,
    Sherry

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  24. StitchforkMarch 21, 2011 at 10:48 AM

    Hopefully those beauties will be blooming soon!
    xo Cathy

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  25. ElyseMarch 21, 2011 at 11:47 AM

    hi becky!

    here in new england, spring is off to a typical beginning: sunny and warm yesterday; snowing today! (hang in there, crocuses!)

    happy spring ~*~

    xo
    elyse

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  26. DBRMarch 21, 2011 at 11:52 AM

    Beautiful post Becky!

    Love you.
    xoxo
    Debbie

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  27. Carrie @ Cottage CozyMarch 21, 2011 at 6:12 PM

    Oh how beautiful! Yipee for Spring!

    ♥I am having Springtime Giveaway over on my blog....come on over and join the fun!♥

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  28. AnonymousMarch 22, 2011 at 6:39 AM

    Hi Becky,

    I can't wait for my roses to start popping! My tree peony is full of buds waiting to bloom. Can't wait. With all this rain I haven't been able to get out and do very much in the yard. Did manage to fertilize and everything is so green and lush. Really enjoyed your wonderful pictures and soon we will all be enjoying our gardens. Have a wonderful day!
    Jan

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  29. Susan FreemanMarch 22, 2011 at 8:18 AM

    Hi Becky! What beautiful flowers!! Belated Happy Birthday to dear Duhgall!!

    Lots of love,
    Susan and Bentley
    xxoo

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  30. burlap+blueMarch 22, 2011 at 9:15 AM

    Hey! For some reason the email I keep trying to send to you is coming back to me....Anyway, Thanks so much for reminding me to credit the images...they are from Country Living....I wish I knew the homeowners, what an amazing sense of style! And the fact that the linens reminds you of your own guest bedroom makes me want to see your home:) I'm sure it's just as fabulous! Do you have pics up on your blog?? Thanks for commenting! xoxo

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  31. StephanieMarch 22, 2011 at 10:32 AM

    So so pretty!!!!!!!! I am looking forward to spring blooms around here...but it may be a few more weeks...we're supposed to get 4-6 inches of snow over night :(

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  32. Skoots1moMMarch 22, 2011 at 1:18 PM

    please tell me they smell as sweet as they look...
    i sooo miss roses with their rich smells

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  33. Maryjane-The Beehive CottageMarch 22, 2011 at 10:24 PM

    Thanks for the reminder how beautiful Spring is in CA! More rain coming! :)

    Love ya Becky!
    Maryjane

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  34. Mimi SueMarch 22, 2011 at 10:37 PM

    Beautiful roses! So looking forward to some color in our garden. Mimi

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  35. Priscilla @ Homegrown DelightMarch 23, 2011 at 12:01 AM

    I'm new to your blog. Your roses are incredibly beautiful! You seen to be enjoying spring. I'm waiting for the snow to stop! Have a great week.

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  36. Susan @ Blackberry CreekMarch 23, 2011 at 8:22 AM

    I want a pink rose bush. Are they hard to grow?

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  37. Julie HarwardMarch 23, 2011 at 12:06 PM

    These flowers melt my heart..and I am sure I can smell them! Nothing as magical as a rose! ;D

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  38. Susie QMarch 23, 2011 at 1:28 PM

    Spring is trying to spring here but old man Winter came roaring back today! I so loved your pictures!
    Love,
    Sue

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  39. LululizMarch 24, 2011 at 11:32 AM

    Beautiful photographs of very lovely blossoms. I am so longing for my few roses to start flowering, but I still have a long wait.

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  40. addie373March 24, 2011 at 5:17 PM

    What beautiful pink roses!!! Gorgeous! Do you know the name of it? I would love to find one for my garden.
    Happy Spring!!!
    Wishing you sunshine and rainbows.
    Blessings,
    Sheila

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