April 24, 2017 (114/365)
"Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence."
- Helen Keller
When I planted sixty-four pink and white bulbs last fall, I dreamed of enjoying bunches of blooms. Instead, I have one perfectly beautiful tulip and 15 more buds that still haven't revealed their potential. Fingers crossed!
April 23, 2017 (113/365)
One of the most peculiar traditions in Paris is the Sunday bird market on the Île de la Cité.
Here is the Wisconsin version of the Marché aux Oiseaux: Chickens at the garden center and visiting our nephew's new peeps
April 22, 2017 (112/365)
"On Earth Day, we celebrate all the gifts the world and nature make available to us. We recognize our complete dependence on its bounty. and we acknowledge the need for good stewardship to preserve its fruits for future generations." - John Hoeven. It's Earth Day and it's doesn't get much "earthier" than these tiny treasures I discovered today!
April 21, 2017 (111/365)
« La prière est le plus grand rempart de l'âme. » - St. Augustin
My thoughts are with Paris and all of France again today as they recover from yet another terrorist attack and prepare for a very important presidential election this weekend.
April 20, 2017 (110/365)
"Why do two colors, put one next to the other, sing?" ~ Picasso
In this case, they're singing my school song -- "Ring Out Ahoya!" 💙💛
April 19, 2017 (109/365)
"The breeze at dawn has secrets to tell you. Don't go back to sleep." - Rumi