It's May, It's Mother's Day, Hooray!

Asher Celebrates May

The snow and ice are finally gone; it's time to celebrate.  The sun helped us by making an appearance this weekend and the dogs, cat, chickens and flowers joined in the fun.

Almost Daffodil Days

The crocus plants are in bloom and the daffodils promise to blossom soon.

Asher Patrols the Shoreline

Winter's quiet has been replaced by the noisy spring sounds of frogs, owls and insects. 

Maddie Patrols the Woods

Asher embraces the spring and enjoys spending all waking hours outside, lakeside and upside down.  Maddie Jo takes a cautious approach and sticks to the woods near the house.

Vision in Red Astilbe for Mom's Garden

 I usually try to clean up the two little garden plots in the Friendly Forest that  my father made to honor my mother.  In the past I have been able to add some spring flowers, but the weather threatens to turn cold this coming week.  I bought two red astilbe plants at the Warehouse, but won't plant them until later.

Gardening Help from Asher

 For now Asher and I raked and weeded the gardens and the area around them.  Well, I raked and weeded, Asher dug holes - perhaps for future plantings.

One Garden Cleaned of Debris

Spring Brings Second Garden to Life

The chickens are particularly fond of warm weather.  They wander near and far in search of grubs and worms.

Chickens at Play

The only one missing is Mr. French - he prefers to enjoy the mild weather at evening's twilight.