“And, “You, Lord, laid the foundation of the earth in the beginning, and the heavens are the work of your hands; they will perish, but you remain; they will all wear out like a garment, like a robe you will roll them up, like a garment they will be changed. But you are the same, and your years will have no end.””
Hebrews 1:10-12
One morning last week as I opened my truck door to hop in and leave for the office, the thought struck me that it was a nice morning to take a walk. I have a lot of thoughts that I never act on but…Instead of leaving for work I strolled along the pasture fences waiting for daylight!
As it turned out, taking a hike before sunrise this particular morning wasn’t such a bad idea!
A day trip to Gibbs Gardens in north Georgia is always a nice experience. Last week was no exception when P J and I drove over and spent a few hours on an absolutely “picture perfect” autumn day. Our main interest were the millions (yes literally millions) of wild flowers. The fields of cosmos were stunning and…
…attract numbers of migrating monarch butterflies. The monarchs pass through in October and are usually on their way further south by early November.
New Guinea impatiens were decked out and seemed refreshed by the morning dew.
Common corn-flag (on the left) I suppose gets it’s name from looking similar to a corn stalk? It is really a gladiolus and sometimes called Eastern gladiolus.
When WL gets older he may not approve of being featured amongst a floral grouping of pics but will likely be a bit happier as part of a farm setting. So, in case he sees this in the future I hope the following will somewhat redeem me!
I was sowing annual ryegrass along the fence line and number 53 came over to investigate. They normally won’t let me get too close but I guess it’s different when they want something!
With light rain and a little chill in the air the lingering summer blooms and the ongoing autumn changes offer a nice blend of color combinations! Transition!
A dozen times over the hot summer I thought the creeping Jenny was dead and I reached to pull it up but noticed a small sign of life. So, I would water it well and give it another chance. The soil depth in the old rusty statue is very limited and even planting something there was an afterthought. Look at this nice autumn display that would’ve been missed if Jenny had not been given some second chances! There has to be a lesson in this!
A few more beautiful and tranquil scenes from Gibbs Gardens as fall color was definitely beginning to show itself.
The Monet inspired bridge…
…and other water reflections were at their best on a perfectly calm day with ponds as slick as glass.!
To complete last week we were able to party thanks to our son and daughter-in-love (ACR), and of course the little ones. ACR, along with EM and EK made Pam’s favorite, Hummingbird cake, and family and friends had a wonderful time celebrating PJ’s #!th birthday. And, no Hummingbirds were harmed in the making of the cake, only waistlines.
”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,Life and Linda
Another lovely Sunday morning post. The prince is so handsome. Jealous of your visit to Gibbs gardens. lol I wish I lived close enough to visit each season along with the Richardson garden! Birthday blessings to Pam. Have a fallicious week!
Thank you, Bobbie. I wish we could visit Gibbs more often. It is a 2 1/2 hour drive for us. Thank you for the birthday wishes!
Beautiful Autumn photographs Butch, the one of the sunrise is truly breathtaking! I love the ones of the beautiful water reflections too…And Happy Birthday Pam! What better way to celebrate than with family and your favorite cake! On to November!
Jenna
Thanks Jenna. I had a wonderful two day celebration ♥️
Belated birthday wishes Pam! The cake looks delicious. Gibbs Gardens looks gorgeous. The island tree amongst the water lilies is frame worthy as are the others. With the sun shining down and creating a special glow that tree pic is magical! WL is a cute little man. His eyes are beautiful. The nature shots are so pretty. So glad the creeping Jenny came back. Enjoy your day sweet friends. Clara❤️🎃
Thank you, Clara. Happy Sunday to you ♥️
Happy Birthday Pam! I have never had a Hummingbird Cake. I may need to bake one! Yours looked delightful.
The reflections in your captures at Gibbs Gardens are stunning! Definitely reminiscent of Monet’s Paintings.
However, I’m so glad that Butch stopped and smelled the roses before he set out for work and enjoyed that breathtaking sunrise. It’s truly the simple pleasures that make us all so happy. Plus, we got to see it tooooo!
Happy Sunday to you both and Happy Halloween.
Thank you, Nancy. You must make a hummingbird cake. If you want the recipe, I can send it to you! Happy Sunday!
Oooo I would live the recipe… especially your recipe. Thank you!
I will send it soon, my friend!
That early morning experience, given the photos, was a God-moment… You really brought Gibbs Gardens to life for us through your other takes, Butch…. The lovely creeping jenny illustrates the “never give up” benefit of holding on and
nurturing. WL is a heart-melter and the girls in school are going to be goners. So many of us are already.A blessed birthday to our cherished Pam, who defies the years and redeems every moment in love and wisdom. So glad hummingbirds were preserved in creating that tempting cake. A happy Sabbath wish and gratitude for your sharing.
Thanks so much, Mary. Your heartwarming comments are always appreciated. Sending hugs!
Thanks for taking us on your visit to Gibbs Garden. So pretty. There are no flowers left in our yard. It’s cold here and we are expecting our first snow this afternoon. 😡 Also Monday and Tuesday.
Oh, no snow. Stay warm, Alice!
Belated birthday wishes to Pam. Hummingbird cake has been around for at least 40 years and I’ve probably made almost that many.
Thank you, Alice. I love hummingbird cake, it is my favorite dessert. It is an old recipe that appeared in Southern Living and it is still one of their most requested recipes.
I still have the Southern Living magazine that the Hummingbird cake was first published. If also has the cream cheese braids that I made that Christmas too,
Alice, I used to keep all of mine but I ran out of room.
Pam, hummingbird cake is an excellent choice for your birthday! And what a beautiful time of year to celebrate. I hope you had a most joyous day and were treated royally…I guess your title is the Queen Mum!! Gibbs Garden is an incredible place, and I would love to see it in the Fall. I had the exact same thought as Mary above with WL’s beautiful eyes…the girls will be flocking around him. Hope all of you have a wonderful week.
Thank you Roxanne. I may tell the family to call me Queen Mum, I like that! Wishing you a wonderful week dear one!
I love all your posts! Especially the scripture you include at the top!! Thanks for taking me on your beautiful walk this morning, and including pictures of the adorable little grands!!
Thank you so much, Kathleen. Wishing you a beautiful week!
Delightful post. Go glad you went to Gibbs Gardens. Lovely lovely images. I need to make time to go although it is not a day trip for me.
The sunrise was glorious.When I get up at five and go outside I can almost predict a spectacular sunrise.
Great scripture and great picture of Wyatt.
Love all the flowers, colorful trees, and the monarchs!
I can understand why Pam likes hummingbird cake. So glad she had a great birthday. Very sweet of the kids to celebrate her with a special party.
Thank you Bonnie. We had a wonderful meal at Bottega. It has been a lovely weekend!
Happy Sunday, Butch and Pam! The sunrise you captured is absolutely stunning. The photos from Gibbs Gardens are gorgeous, and the autumn colors of the creeping Jenny are so pretty. I wish mine would do that! Baby Wyatt has the most beautiful eyes! I hope sweet Pam had a most happiest of birthdays! Wishing you both a blessed week ahead!
Thank you Shannon. I had a wonderful birthday. Wishing you a blessed week!
Happy Belated Birthday,dear Pam! Wonderful pictures!
Thank you dear one. Hugs ~
Happy Birthday Pam. I love the photos of Gibbs Gardens. Wyatt is really growing. So precious! Have a blessed week and celebrate your birthday!
Thank you Dianne. Happy week to you!
Hey Pam
Happy Birthday
Would you send me the recipe to the hummingbird cake
Thank you
April
April, I need your email address!
A big happy birthday to Pam! And Gibbs Garden looks like a glorious spot — with or without the little guy (but much better with!). Beautiful photos, each and every one.
Thank you, Jeanie!
First, a belated happy birthday. As I look at your photos, I am reminded that God is a masterful artist.
Thanks for the birthday wishes, Linda!
Good morning, Butch and Pam. The photos are all wonderful. The cosmos was amazing, One could cut bouquet after bouquet there. Dear little WL and his big blue eyes. In my opinion, he looks so much like Pam. He is a handsome little guy and will one day, all to soon, make the girls swoon with those blue eyes.
Pam, I hope your birthday was the best. I am sending you very belated wishes and wishes for a most wonderful and joyous year ahead! ❤❤
Thanks so much for the birthday wishes. It was a wonderful weekend!
Sandra, you would love Gibbs Gardens. They are beautiful. Wyatt is a really good baby, happy all the time.
Pam and Butch….I look forward to your Sunday Scripture, beautiful photos and musings posts…they never disappoint. I really like Hummingbird cake too, love the moistness from the pineapple and bananas. Another 3 layer cake I love from SL…the Coconut Cake recipe that I have treasured over the years. Yum!
And BTW, I used to celebrate Birthday week and a few years ago, I expanded it to Birthday month. LOL
Yay for November for me and October for you.
Thanks again for letting us share in the Lord’s Day with you and yours.
Blessings and hugs always
Kari
Thank you, Kari. The hummingbird cake is so moist and full of flavor!
Blessing and hugs,
Pam