There is a significant difference between knowing and feeling what time it is. Waking up on the Sunday morning of the spring time change feels like a hangover without experiencing the fun of the party the night before. But the time never really changes. Look at the movement of the Sun and the Moon; theyContinue reading “Time Clocked”
Tag Archives: Spring
Going for Gold
They arrived around Christmas, little birds dull brown in color. They were distinguishable only by their wing markings. As spring begins to unfold, their colors are changing, and hints of the the gold colors, for which they are known, are appearing. In a couple more weeks they will have their full coat of yellow feathersContinue reading “Going for Gold”
Rain that Remains
As of 7 a.m. yesterday, dark clouds shrouded the sky and showered raindrops across the area as it had for the prior two days. By 10 a.m. the clouds were gone, though water continued to drip from trees and eaves for some time after. But the fallen rain, as seen in the gauge above, remainedContinue reading “Rain that Remains”
Spring Within
It may, in fact, be ok to rush spring a little, as long as it’s done indoors. #amaryllis #spring #indoors
On the Rhodies Again
I first witnessed rhodies in full bloom while driving to a temporary job in Port Townsend, Washington, many years ago. I was amazed by their abundant beauty springing up on all sides of the road. They were a healing balm to a weary mind after I had completed a very unpleasant assignment at a smallContinue reading “On the Rhodies Again”
Run River Run
Heavy snows are melting and sending water roaring down the Cascade Mountains to the Columbia River, which is also swollen with snowmelt. Foam, mist and a dreadful roar arose from the river, adding to the mystic of the scene while we warily watched the treacherous waters from a safe distance. #wenatcheeriver #cascades #spring #snowmelt
Happy Mother’s Day
Oregon’s cool weather had finally yielded to spring providing a parade of pleasing colors just in time for Mother’s Day. Wishing all of you the very best and very happy day. #dogwood #spring #mothersday
Happy May Day!
Flowers brighten the first day of May or May Day, which is a European festival of ancient origins. It was once considered the first day of summer since it is half way between the spring equinox and the summer solstice. Now, however, summer is considered to start at the summer solstice since the warming ofContinue reading “Happy May Day!”
Mellow Yellow
Spring is getting serious here, greeting us with a delicate orchid, our first of the year. It has been a member of the family for several years, and it is always nice to see it reawaken. #orchid #spring
Bunny Blue
Spring has sprung, the Moon is new, the bunny’s blue, and Easter will be coming soon. #spring #newmoon #easterbunny
Eskildoodle Photos and Feelings 