Spring certainly has sprung, UK style. A good mix of 'pleasantly changeable' weather has now greeted us before Summer arrives. Plenty of warm sunshine (16 C yesterday, 19 C today), mowed lawns, and leaves appearing on the trees, all are signs of a welcome change.
Our communal lawns (above) and our private garden (hidden) have been tidied, and a noisy 'dawn chorus' greets us in the early hours. And on sunny days there are plenty of sun-worshippers in the churchyard, bearing their chests (the men, that is).
Our Gardeners, both here and in France, have been busy, and both gardens are neat and tidy. The fruit trees are all filled with flowers, and no doubt 'Summer Dresses' will soon be dusted-down and worn again. In France the front of the house is swathed in Wisteria flowers (below). Sadly we don't get to see the flowers in Spring, but it does flower again in Summer.
There are, of course, new born Lambs in the fields as well. What a wonderful time of year.
The wisteria is gorgeous. It's just starting to bloom here. We have a wonderful aromatic hedge down the road.
ReplyDeleteSpring is finally obvious here. The fields are full of daisies and poppies.
There are a few baby goats leaping around, thank goodness too small for the Easter spit
The awful Wisteria photo is from our surveillance camera, but it gives an idea. I cut it back quite hard last Autumn, and It's done the job!
DeleteIf women enjoyed true equality they would also be able to bare their chests in the graveyard without compunction. It's just not fair.
ReplyDeleteAnd they've struggled for equality for decades. I agree with you!
DeleteThe Wisteria is beautiful. There is one on the wall of an abandoned house nearby and was magnificent, but sadly it hasn't flowered for several years.
ReplyDeleteAs to women baring their chests - at this time of year? It's still vest wearing season. Didn't your Mum's tell you about not casting a clout until May is out!
She did, and she also told me that 'May' refers to the flower, and NOT the month.
DeleteA great time of the year, for a gentle walk.
ReplyDeleteI'm just this minute back from my afternoon walk with Billy. What a beautiful day.
DeleteOur wisteria is also blooming. The fragrance is glorious! And I would much rather look at the flowers than May or Maynard's chests. :)
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