Tuesday, April 16, 2013

LITTLE BY LITTLE...ONE BY ONE...







"Bless my seeds
With sun and showers
So my garden
Will bloom with flowers."

Sandra Cozzolino


Is it springtime yet?  I guess it depends on who you ask.

There are those of us still sitting before our fires, and there are those of us who have had a few nice days, and high hopes that they will continue.

But, it is April, after all, and it has been said that April showers bring May flowers.  If we can keep that sentiment in mind, it probably will be a little easier to face the days ahead.





If we can be content with small steps, Mother Nature's plan will be revealed to us little by little, and one by one the pretty flowers will emerge into their finery and beauty and all will be right with the world.

These are the offerings that spring has put forth in the Cottage garden thus far...



Pink Camellia



White Camellia



Daffodil



Lilacs



Forget-Me-Not




Bleeding Heart



Lilly of the Valley



Azelea



David Austin Rose



Lady Banks Rose



Cecil Brunner Rose



Grape Vine



Myrtle



Calla Lily



Hosta



Wisteria



Fern Frond



Maybe human nature will take heed one day and follow in the footsteps of Mother Nature.

Beauty and kindness should be seen everywhere.

It seems so simple.

A few steps at a time..

Little by little.

One by one.


Our prayers are with the families and friends of all those involved in the Boston Marathon tragedy.  It seems like there has been too many tragedies lately in this world.





...Judy...


I'm sharing today with:

Home at Rose Chintz Cottage

Wow Us Wednesday at Savvy Southern Style

What's It Wednesday at Ivy and Elephants

Home and Garden Thursday at A Delightsome Life

Show and Tell Friday at My Romantic Home























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25 comments:

  1. valerietilsten59.blogspot.comApril 16, 2013 at 2:43 PM

    Stunning photos of the flowers in bloom in your garden Judy.
    Spring has arrived in your area.
    I love the close up micro images.. brilliant.
    Lovely words to go with this lovely post.
    My thoughts are with the families who lost loved ones in Boston. A very very bad time.
    wishing you a happy Tuesday
    xx val

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  2. UnknownApril 16, 2013 at 3:05 PM

    Hi Judy,
    The photo's are wonderful. Makes me happy to know that yes, these flowers will also be showing up in my garden soon..not all of them but some. The days are just starting to feel like spring..bring it on..we are all waiting..LOL!

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  3. Carlene @ Organized ClutterApril 16, 2013 at 3:30 PM

    I love bleeding heart and forget me nots. I can't wait to get outside. We still have snow!

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  4. Pamela GordonApril 16, 2013 at 4:21 PM

    Beautiful photos and post Judy. It looks like spring is in full force there. Enjoy every minute. Hugs, Pamela

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  5. My Cozy CasitaApril 16, 2013 at 5:37 PM

    Hi Judy, So many beautiful flowers in your garden.
    Enjoy your beautiful garden!
    Blessing
    xox
    Isora

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  6. Mary@mydogsmygardenandmaryApril 16, 2013 at 7:27 PM

    Hi Judy, your flowers are stunning. Great pictures of all of them. Thanks so much for sharing this post, you know how much i love flowers!
    Have a wonderful week.
    Mary

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  7. PondsideApril 16, 2013 at 8:06 PM

    The Cottage Garden must smell like paradise! Lilacs and Lily of the Valley - and then the white camellia - bliss! Thanks for the glimpse of all that beauty.

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  8. Ruby and ArthurApril 17, 2013 at 8:56 AM

    Such pretty flower photos. I love spring!~ Jean

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  9. theromanticroseApril 17, 2013 at 9:11 AM

    Yudy,hai dei fiori meravigliosi e dei bei pensieri!Tristezza per Boston e una preghiera!Baci,Rosetta

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  10. AnonymousApril 17, 2013 at 11:30 AM

    Hi Judy! Oh, what a lovely post filled with these gorgeous flowers! Isn't spring grand? I wanted to thank you for popping in to Cindy's blog to see my home tour. I'm blessed by your sweet comments.
    be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  11. DeseraeApril 17, 2013 at 5:08 PM

    What a beautiful garden you have....such gorgeous blooms :o)
    ~Des

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  12. KellyApril 17, 2013 at 6:33 PM

    The flowers in your garden are beautiful. I'm jealous of some you have that don't grow in my region. I love the lilacs, lily of the valley and forget me nots.

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  13. Mimi SueApril 17, 2013 at 9:41 PM

    Beautiful pictures. All from your garden? I planted a David Austen rose last year. Looking forward to enjoying it's blooms this June. Mimi

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  14. AnneApril 18, 2013 at 10:48 AM

    What fabulous flowers you have there Judy. Your garden must be a picture.

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  15. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageApril 18, 2013 at 8:19 PM

    Wow! It's really happening for you! Nice to see all your little miracles happen. Blogging has made me want to get a gardener! [Just being realistic here. . . ;0)] Thanks for your beautiful message.

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  16. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasApril 19, 2013 at 6:09 AM

    Judy,
    Such a dlightful and tranquil post!!

    Thanks so much for all your visit, my friend!!

    Hugs,
    Deb

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  17. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageApril 19, 2013 at 7:41 AM

    Good morning Judy,
    What a lovely post blooming with beautiful flowers; just makes me smile! I love the camellia and the lilacs. I cannot wait for my bleeding hearts to come out. I'm looking forward to getting some lilacs too and bringing them indoors to enjoy. I love their scent! Thank you for the smile and enjoy your weekend.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  18. SueApril 19, 2013 at 10:06 AM

    Good morning Judy,
    Thank you so much for stopping by my blog. Wow your first blooms are so lovely. I just love that lilac picture!! Enjoy your Spring!!

    Blessings,
    Sue

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  19. PoppyApril 19, 2013 at 12:33 PM

    Hi Judy,

    So very nice to meet you!

    Have been taking a little tour around your lovely blog and am enjoying some of your recent posts! Firstly, the pics of the flowers today are absolutely gorgeous! You have a beautiful home; I love the painting that belonged to your grandparents, it's charming! Thanks for sharing and looking forward to visiting again soon.

    Have a great weekend!

    Your newest follower,

    Poppy

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  20. AnonymousApril 19, 2013 at 2:56 PM

    I'm back to thank you for popping back in to see Edra! Yes, I appreciate you asking to see more of her and that's what spurred me to put up this post. Have a great weekend and continue being a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  21. BECKYApril 20, 2013 at 7:53 AM

    Hi Judy,
    Your flowers are so very lovely. And yes...we definitely need more kindness and love in this world. So thankful for all the beauty God created for us to enjoy. Thanks so much for sharing it with us!!
    Hugs,
    Becky

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  22. Ivy and ElephantsApril 20, 2013 at 4:10 PM

    Thanks Judy for a beautiful and timely post filled with some wonderful advice. I wish that we all could
    treat each other with love and respect. I am thankful for those who do. Blessings and love.
    Patti

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  23. Rebecca NelsonApril 22, 2013 at 12:06 PM

    So happy you found me so I could find YOU my talented friend. Don't you love SPRING with all the growth sent from God above? Pretty blooms! Beautiful blog. Happy to be your latest follower!

    xoRebecca

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  24. elizabethApril 23, 2013 at 7:29 PM

    Your photos are lovely! Thanks so much for stopping by and leaving your kind comment on my lilac post!

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  25. KathyApril 24, 2013 at 12:14 PM

    Yes! I'd say it is definitely spring in your garden! Gorgeous photos of your flowers - I sure wish I could grow Lilacs - I do appreciate you sharing with Home and Garden Thursday,
    Kathy

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Your comments are so special to me...Judy

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