Traverse City Botanical Gardens

Back in late June, we visited the Traverse City Botanical Gardens at the Historic Barns Park. …

Flower Close-Ups

I was inspired by the flowers in our front garden and pulled out my macro lens. …

Redbud and Dogwood

The redbud is in full bloom and is spectacular this year.  The dogwood, as usual, is…

Dahlia Hill Society of Midland

A couple weeks ago, we visited Midland and the Dahlia Hill Society.  WOW! What a display…

A Calm Day on the Lake

After a very windy day on Sunday causing white-caps on the lake, Monday afternoon was dead…

Barb’s Garden

OK, it could be Ollie’s garden, but I really think it’s Barb’s garden. Barb – You…

More Signs of Spring

We continue to have warmer then usual temperatures here in southwestern Michigan.  The normal high is…

Crocuses in Bloom

Today the temperature hit 70 degrees!  It’s only the 8th of March!  I’m loving it. I…

Flowers vs. Weeds

When I walk around the dirt roads and paths near here I see lots of blooms.…

Sleeping Bear Dunes

Memorial Day Weekend – A great time to head Up North and visit the Sleeping Bear…