“and a mist was going up from the land and was watering the whole face of the ground—”
Genesis 2:6
The morning mist gives a peaceful feeling to the start of another day in the country!
“I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.””
John 16:33
There seems to be a wide variety of Flowering Cherry trees but all offer stunning beauty!
Our landscapers and yard crew decided to take a short break!
Bluets are delicate and tiny and often overlooked!
Bloom in progress!
Our dogwoods are just showing signs of coming forth but a few miles to the south they are full bloom. An old saying around here is that the best time to fish is when dogwoods are in full bloom. Maybe we will test this out in a few days!
A Japanese Magnolia up close and personal. Our tree did not survive encounters with the local deer herd this past fall and winter!
Thought we would continue with the soothing look of lavender and purple with these tulips while awaiting the eggs to hatch!
Canes are surely invasive but offer a lot of cover for wildlife. We have two canebreaks near the house and for some reason a lot of the older canes in one stand have died over the past year. Maybe they get old and die off? Need to do a bit of research!
A little late afternoon, outdoor “spring cleaning.”
”Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever”.
Hebrews 13:8
Linking with:
Pieced Pastimes, Between Naps on the Porch, Katherines Corner, Follow The Yellow Brick Home,
Imparting Grace, Calypso in the Country
So pretty, and I don’t just mean the girls. Stay well.
Cath
Thanks so much Cath. I hope you and your family are staying well!
Thank you for this peaceful post in this storm…The princesses are adorable! Have a blessed Sunday,my friends.
Thank you my friend. Stay safe and healthy Maristella🙏🏻
Praying us all to stay well. Your girls are surely a joy, and the best reminder of why we should all heed the quarantining.
Yes, take care of you and hubby. We are staying home and doing a lot of outside clean-up and work!
Comforting words from our Creator and Lord. Thank you. I am always blessed by your posts..the beauty, the words, your faith and the beautiful and delightful girls.
Thank you sweet Dianne. You and Bob stay well and take care!
Beautiful post. Your pictures are so refreshing and calming. If there was ever a time to keep our minds on the Lord it is now.Thank you for feeding our souls with scripture. I hope all will heed staying at home.
Please pray for a friend of mine that goes to our church and her daughter’s family. Her daughter lives in Pittsburg and is about to give birth. One of her friends who is in her mommy and me group is in the ICU struggling with the virus. All mothers are being given caesarians or being induced. This is very scary for new mothers and is proof this virus does affect the young. My friend says Pittsburg is very bad and she can not go and be with her daughter now as she has planned to do.
Thank you dear Bonnie. I hope your birthday has been wonderful. We had our church service via FB live this morning, so thankful for technology. Bonnie, I will be praying for your friend’s daughter and her friend in ICU. I know it must be fearful for those who are expecting. It must be so hard for your friend not to be able to be with her daughter. There are so many tough situations to navigate during this difficult time.
Dear Pam, a beautiful and uplifting post this morning. Those girls grow sweeter with every photo. I can’t get over how little Emma is growing. I know you are enjoying and grateful for your peaceful and beautiful home now more than ever. Prayers, that you and all of your family will stay well. ❤
Sandra, it is a blessing always to live in the country, but especially now. God is ever faithful and He knows our every need. Blessings dear friend!
Such soothing pictures and verses Pam and Butch. Those sweet girls are so precious! Wish our yard crew was that adorable! May God bless and protect you and your family. Hope your sweet Daddy is doing well. Clara ❤️
Thank you so much Clara. My sweet Daddy is doing well. He is basically home bound now because of his knees, so just my brother and I are going in and out during this pandemic. We take care of his food and other things he can no longer do. I am so thankful that his mind is sharp, his knees are just worn out. Take care my friend♥️
Beautiful and soothing, thank you Pam & Butch…I am glad to see you are still able to keep the girls…stay well
Jenna
Thank you Jenna. Take care of yourself!
Your landscape crew is a LOT cuter than mine! Thanks for the beauty and sneak preview of things to come here. Keep well.
Thank you Jeanie…Stay healthy!
Here’s an idea. Use some of those bamboo canes to make fishing poles for the girls. I have fond memories of fishing with a bamboo pole when I was little!
Stay well, safe, and keep smiling!
My hubby remember fishing with cane poles. Good idea…stay healthy!
Prayers for Bonnie’s Daughter and Family.. May His healing mercies cover all expectant mothers during these uncertain times. I don’t think our gardener, even wearing Em’s bow or Ella Mae’s smile would be as impressive in the landscaping
dept. I can actually smell the aroma of those burning leaves and brush. ahhh. Thank you for the beautiful Spring Sabbath
photos of assurance and peace. Let us all take in a deep breath of the Holy Spirit and exhale the disconcerting media statistics, while placing our trust and reliance upon Him. Thank you for making us feel so at home in your beautiful environ, Pam and Butch. Trusting in Him.
Yes, Mary…a deep breath of the Holy Spirit and exhaling the bleakness of the media statistics. He is still on the throne! We trust Him!
Pam,
Thank you for your encouraging words of Scripture. So comforting. Praise God we have His Word. Precious, beautiful girls.💗💗 I enjoy your blog each day. Thank you Pam & Butch. Y’all stay well.💗💙
It’s hard work climbing on top of a pile of leaves. FAITH OVER FEAR ALL.
You are correct Alice…hard work! Stay healthy my friend!
Beautiful photos, so calming and peaceful. Your landscapers are growing faster than the weeds in my lawn! Went to church in my pajamas today, first ever online service at our church.
Good evening Roxanne. We are never too old to do something for the first time. I wore sweats for my online church service this morning with no makeup and my hair pulled up in a clip 🤣 I am so thankful for the technology that we can hear our pastor speak to us directly in our homes. Stay healthy my friend!
A perfect post for this Sunday. As always such beautiful photographs. The photo with the Japanese Magnolia is gorgeous. Happy Sunday, sweet friend!!!
Thank you sweet friend. Wishing you a pretty spring week my friend!
Sweet girls, beautiful flowers, and peaceful scenery. At least we are able to be out in nature during this crazy time.
We are so thankful for time outdoors in God’s beautiful creation!
Dear friend, a fresh spring air comes to me from your post. I love the style of those churches that you sometimes show … they are beautiful.
I am very happy that you have so many beautiful things and you can enjoy them.
Around here we are still detained each in their homes. The virus spreads at high speeds. Every day the number of cases and deaths increases.
All of Europe is invaded by that evil virus. Today they have decreed another 15 days more confined at home. Only 1 person can go in the cars … I have been alone at home since March 10 and now they extend it until April 12 … all Easter. The churches are closed without worship and on Sundays Mass is allowed on TV.
In the years that I have I have never experienced such a thing. It is heartbreaking. I am patient and I try to spend the day with optimism but I feel very lonely and I talk to my daughters on the phone so that they can also cheer up because you can imagine all day with the children at home and so day by day?
Well, let’s trust God to give us patience and look at us with compassion.
With love
Dolores
Mi querido amigo, siento mucho la soledad que sientes. Es extremadamente difícil vivir solo y no poder tener ningún contacto social. Me alegra mucho que puedas hablar con tus hijas. Sé que amas tu música y probablemente la estés disfrutando. Supongo que te encanta leer, porque estás muy bien educado. Leer, escuchar música y descansar han sido muy buenos para mí. Rezo para que te mantengas bien y saludable. Sé que su país tiene un brote de virus grave. Permanecer adentro y el distanciamiento social es crucial para su bienestar. Oramos para que esta pandemia termine pronto y que las personas puedan moverse libremente y volver a trabajar. Creo que todos estamos más agradecidos por las pequeñas cosas de la vida.
Mucho amor,
Pam
I absolutely loved all the Scriptures you shared today. SO encouraging and comforting to my soul. God bless you and your dear family.
God bless you and your family Cheryl.
A very beautiful and calming post, dear friend. All of the photos are beautiful, but my favorite (of course!) is the one of Ella Mae and Emma. The girls are just beautiful. Stay safe. Love to all.
Thank you dear one. You and Mike stay safe and healthy.
So encouraging to share in this breath of spring!
Thank you Michele.