Signs of spring underneath and between the snowstorms

It’s mid April and spring is all around us. We have days when it’s warm and sunny, even a 75 degree day (though mostly 50-60), mixed with mornings of frost and snow. But nevertheless, we’ve been stuck inside all freezing cold winter and we are ready to be out!! We are out every day, walking and riding, inspecting blooms, breathing fresh air, and even starting to plant a little. Friends and neighbors are emerging from hibernation, and it’s been fun having lots of friends over. We still aren’t out of the cold yet, but so happy for spring!!

Raintree/Buttonwood Block Party 2018

Collin and I decided when had tons of cool people in our neighborhood and that we wanted to meet them or get to know them better. People hardly go outside these days and hardly get to know each other. We asked friends, Marin, Jo, and Michelle to be on our committee. They all agreed and we met a couple of times to ask questions and plan it all out. Everyone contributed and it was so much fun working with them. We passed out fliers all over the neighborhood!!! 

We had it in Michelle's circle, across the street and a little over from us. We had a wonderful turn out, everyone brought yummy food to share, and we had a fantastic evening together, making new friends. I love our neighbors so much. They are all unique and good and have so much to give. The kids had an amazing time with the other kids!

Collin with Semina and Michelle

roses from our garden. 

We brought them and Hattie gave them to Semina