“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.”
2 Corinthians 5:17
Hello sweet friends. We have enjoyed a gorgeous spring week gardening and catching up on outdoor chores. With Easter weekend approaching, we see the beauty of new life all around our Appalachian Foothills. Evidence is everywhere but nothing rivals the beauty of our flowering cherry tree when it makes its debut!
“Loveliest of trees, the cherry now
Is hung with bloom along the bough.”
-A.E. Housman
“April has put a spirit of youth in everything.”
-William Shakespeare
“There is no glory in star or blossom till looked upon by a loving eye;
There is no fragrance in April breezes till breathed without joy as they wander by.”
-William Cullen Bryant
Blue and white vases are perfect for the soft and delicate cherry blossoms!
I was more than excited when the cherry tree began to bloom. My Renaissance Man cut a bucket full of branches, but before bringing them inside, I decided to photograph them on the picnic table. I was surprised by how long the blossoms lasted in my kitchen.
“Nature is my favorite decorator.”
-Unknown
“This is my Father’s world,
The birds their carols raise,
The morning light, the lily white,
Declare their Makers praise.”
-Maltbie D. Badcock
“A home should be a stockade, a refuge from the flaming arrows of anxiety, tension, and worry.”
-Wilfred Peterson
With the new life that we see all around us, it is my hope that we will turn our eyes to Jesus and the new life that He offers.
Thank you for your visits and gracious comments.
Linking with:
Pieced Pastimes, Between Naps on the Porch, Katherines Corner, Follow The Yellow Brick Home,
Imparting Grace, Calypso in the Country
Gorgeous Pam! You have access to the most beautiful blooms on your property! Love the Wilfred Peterson quote, Happy Thursday ♥
Mary, I don’t think I have ever seen a more beautiful spring. Maybe I see it through different eyes during this unprecedented time.
What a beautiful sight to look at this morning with my coffee Pam. Hugs and blessings, Cindy
Thank you Cindy! Happy Thursday!
Pam, I so enjoy your posts….Love your inspirational bible verses. Prayers you and your will continue to be safe and healthy and wishing you a most JOYOUS EASTER SEASON. Cherry blossoms are my favorite, so BEAUTIFUL and I do LOVE YOUR BLUE AND WHITE CONTAINERS…MY FAVORITE.
Joanie, thank you for your sweet words. Wishing you a healthy and blessed Easter!
Oh, this is so pretty Pam, the cherry blossoms look stunning in your gorgeous blue and white pieces, especially outside with the beautiful green trees and grass…Thank you for the peace and uplift this morning 💕
Jenna
Thank you Jenna. We can all use a little peace and encouragement.
Absolutely gorgeous! LOVE LOVE!
Our Father’s creation is perfection!
Amen! Thank you Bonnie!
Beautiful!!! The blues and pinks compliment each other so we’ll!
Thank you Michelle!
Beautiful Pam. Who can improve on Gods work. Yes I agree with you, because of this monster virus, my eyes are more attuned to see the blessings and beauty of Spring. Easter this year is more than bunnies and eggs. We are having church on line and I miss gathering with His people. Stay safe and steady.
We are having church on line. I do miss the gathering, but I am thankful we have a way to hear our pastor and worship with fellow church members. Happy Easter Alice!
Those are gorgeous, and may we all find our homes a refuge from anxiety right now!
Thank you Carole!
Your cherry blossoms are beautiful! 3 years ago we purchased a cherry tree at Lowes in the spring. It had blossoms on it when we purchased it. We planted it and it is growing beautifully but there have been no blossoms for the past 2 springs.
Ask Grumpy at Southern Living why the tree isn’t blooming.
Thank you Penny. Have you googled as to why your tree hasn’t bloomed?
Breathtakingly beautiful. These amazing blossoms look so beautiful paired with blue and white. Yes, everything looks more beautiful.Stay safe dear friend.
Thank you Dianne! Happy Easter dear friend!
How beautiful to live in a spot where spring blooms come naturally at Easter. I think I will most miss fresh flowers this Easter. But I’m am so grateful to be able to have Easter this year. Sending love. And my compliments to Mother Nature for sharing her beauty in your world and you for sharing it with us.
Thank you Jeanie. It has been a gorgeous spring!
Beautiful post, Pam. The cherry trees are in bloom in our area as well. My favorite are the Weeping Cherry Trees. They are so graceful. Wishing you a lovely day and Easter weekend, dear friend. Stay well❤
Thank you Sandra! Happy Easter weekend my friend!
Oh Pam, oh Pam! Such beauty you have in your own backyard! And with the blue and white… they become even more spectacular. Enjoy each and every blossom my dear friend. Have a beautiful Thursday… you just started my Thursday off in a beautiful way!
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Thank you sweet friend. I am sorry I am late in responding. Butch and I took a ride today in the Arctic Cat over the 250 acres that adjoins our property. We have full access and Butch sees after it for the owner. It is wooded with wildflowers and ferns, so beautiful. A much needed outing with not a single person to have to social distance. I thought of you as were riding and stopping and enjoying nature at its finest! ♥️
I’m so glad you got out there and enjoyed nature. It’s exactly what we do when we head to the desert. Sending hugs!
I don’t know if this tree would grow well on the Gulf Coast, I don’t really see them around town. Too bad, because they are gorgeous! We have an olive tree for our yard on order, but it can’t cross the Florida State line into Alabama – agriculture lock-down!!! Go figure. Even the plants are having to distance themselves. Thanks for the pink delight.
I don’t think the tree would survive on the Coast. You will enjoy the olive tree when it finally arrives!
So pretty – i cant wait til our trees bloom. This year we had planned to go to Wash DC for the Cherry Blossom Festival – sadly we had to cancel!
Dear friend, if you gave me the option to choose among all the flowers, I assure you that I would not know which one to keep … they are all beautiful!
The effect of the flowers on the blue vases is a wonderful feeling …
You have a bright and beautiful spring … Thanks for showing.
Blessings
Dolores
¡Hola mi amigo! Las cosas pueden cancelarse debido a esta pandemia mundial. Pero la belleza de la creación de Dios no ha sido cancelada. ¡Nadie puede cancelar el Domingo de Pascua, es posible que no podamos adorar en compañía, pero nada cancela que Jesucristo se levantó de la tumba! Deseándoles un muy bendecido fin de semana de Pascua.
Amor y abrazos,
Pam
Those blooms are ethereal. Agree this Spring has been one of the most beautiful in recent memory. I’ve been spending a lot more time just wandering the yard and admiring things. To me, this God’s promise that life will return to normal. Does your church do the “flowering of the cross”?
Thank you Roxanne. Our church doesn’t do the flowering of the cross, but I do think it is so lovely. Will you dress in your Easter frock or will it be your pajamas? 🥰. Have a wonderful Easter weekend!
Maybe a compromise and I’ll wear my Soma caftan!
Simply stunning combination with cherry blossoms the blue and white!!
Thank you so much Allyson!
Beautiful blooms & the blue & white containers really compliment the cherry blossoms. I’m taking a break from sewing masks so this post is a wonderful treat! We had strong storms last night & today everything is so colorful as the pollen got washed away. Happy Easter week! Praying COVID19 will soon disappear! Clara ♥️
Clara, we had storms last night. I will be glad when the pollen is gone. How caring that you are sewing masks. Happy Easter my friend♥️
Beautiful, sweet friend! I love pink and blue together, and the cherry blossoms look stunning in your blue and white vases. Happy Easter weekend, dear friend!
Thank you and Happy Easter my sweet friend!
Amazing ! Made my day!Blessings,dear Pam!
Thank you Maristella! Blessings my friend!
So beautiful. I love the cherry blossoms against the blue and white ceramic. Happy Easter to you.
Thank you and Happy Easter Pam and family!
Beautiful Easter delights Pam! And in my favorite blue & white China! Such a sweet joy.
He is Risen!
Bless you,
Jennifer
Thank you Jennifer! Hallelujah, He is Risen!
Such a beautiful combination to put the cherry blossoms in the blue and white vase! It is always like a breath of fresh air to visit here with you. May the Lord bless you with a wonderful Resurrection Day!
Thank you Cheryl. He is risen!
Cherry blossoms are one of the most beautiful of the flowering trees imo. They look so pretty in your blue and white vases.
Michelle
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Thanks so much Michelle!
Hello Pam, You have a beautiful Blog! And these Cherry Blossoms are truly stunning! And to think you will have a harvest soon! I was really blessed, Thanks for sharing!
Roxy