Tour de Tulips

 

Can you recall that line in a popular Christmas carol proclaiming 'it's the most wonderful time of the year'?

Well, simply stated, that is how I feel when tulips bloom.  

So, my annual tour de tulips is underway and corresponds to several images that I will post of the amazingly beautiful blooms that are gracing the landscape in all sorts of brilliant colors.  

It is a feast for the eyes,  Stay tuned.

Inspiration

 

More of My Loves

 

“SWEET APRIL SHOWERS 

DO SPRING MAY FLOWERS.”

                                                                                        --Thomas Tusser

Homage to the Eclipse

 

A week ago the moon passed between the Sun and Earth and created a total solar eclipse that was visible along a path from Mexico to Canada and included the contiguous United States.  What a spectacular and extraordinary event.  In these parts of Iowa our view was of a partial eclipse yet nevertheless an amazing occurrence to witness.  It was fun, exciting, unique and a great weather day to be outdoors. 

The above drawing is one of my originals that honors this extraordinary astrological happening that I loved being able to witness.  In the center notice the textured surface of the moon with the sun just behind and illuminated.  What continues is a tribute to the timing (spring) of this rare event when the landscape comes to life as the sun's rays intensify and daylight expands.

Things w Wings

In the past few days I have seen several Red Admiral butterflies.  Seems a bit early for them but this year they are here.  And, a friend, who recently did a butterfly survey in a local wooded area, also found Eastern Swallowtail, Mourning Cloak, Cabbage White, Clouded Sulfur and Fritillary.  So, head outdoors and have a look.  Who knows what will flutter by!?!

Harbingers of Spring

 

"That is one good thing about this world–

there are always sure to be more springs."

                                                                                 –L.M. Montgomery

Daffies