Category Archives: spring

Pink and White Petals

Posted on April 19, 2016 by marionpatterson

Though sparse, the magnolia blooms in the front yard are still spectacular. An old tree that has seen its share of storms, wind, wildlife making their homes in the trunks and on the leaves and boughs, and using it to polish … Continue reading →

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Magnolia In the Mist

Posted on May 6, 2013 by marionpatterson

Cold and rain gave way to warmth and dense fog, wrapping the magnolia tree in softness, muting sounds and sights and colors. A welcome stillness after pummeling rains and suffocating snows in Central and North Iowa. Takes me back to … Continue reading →

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Spring in the Laughing Labyrinth

Posted on April 2, 2012 by marionpatterson

This unusual spring, a full four to five weeks ahead of the norm is simply spectacular!  The Magnolia tree held full blooms for many days – almost two weeks in fact.  Now, emerging leaves lend color and texture to the … Continue reading →

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Spring in Abundance

Posted on March 26, 2012 by marionpatterson

The Laughing Labyrinth is fairly bursting with energy and life.  Too early, may get frosted out, but the vibrancy of it all is reassuring and life will go on in spite of setbacks. Jenny’s Pulmonaria is especially sweet to see.  … Continue reading →

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Getting Edgy – for more than one reason

Posted on May 24, 2011 by marionpatterson

A quick post before an “Oz-some” storm descends on us. Today dawned clear, mild and gnat-free.  So after a rousing TRX session in which we were way Wonder Women, I bought edging and supplies, headed home, changed, let the bunnies … Continue reading →

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Leap Into Summer

Posted on May 10, 2011 by marionpatterson

Well, we just went from 15 degrees below average to 30 degrees above average!  In the 90s today.  I mowed the labyrinth and part of the yard today.  The lilies are growing in leaps and bounds.  The variegated Solomon Seal … Continue reading →

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Plants Appear

Posted on April 25, 2011 by marionpatterson

Even though winter has been reluctant to let go and spring has shown little interest in courting our favor, the seasons are changing.  Life is stirring, days are longer, the soil is warmer, the rains less like snow – well … Continue reading →

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