Yesterday was so beautiful outside.
The storms rolled through here over night.  
The air is clear.
I can hear the birds singing and the bees buzzing.
Just gorgeous.

Hot Chocolate bud

Hot Chocolate rose

Fava bean.  Hen and Chicks succulents.

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The best part is I can smell my mother in the garden.
She always smelled fresh of Palmolive bar soap and
the perfume of flowers with a little rosemary, flat leaf parsley,
and mint.  The crisp scent of a Shasta Daisy. 

David Austin Cabbage Rose

If you are entrusted with the care of an elderly parent
or other relation trust that in time you will feel blessed.
It is exhausting some times and you will have to be
as patient as you can be but in due time.  Way too
soon your work will be done.  And you will
praise the Lord for having given you the heart
to care for your loved one.

Antique Rose: Reine des Violettes

Mouth watering green apples

Little Pine Tree

Prior to setting a wedding date speak of the things
you know are in your heart.  From a very young age, I
knew that I wanted to care for my parents if the
time came.  It was in my heart and any future spouse
would have to agree or move on.  Really it is that simple.

Our garden looks magnificent this spring.  
There are still more roses in our tiny garden.
My husband is the most patient and loving man.