it's a Texas Thing

It's spring in Texas, folks. One of the few times of the year when you can stand to be outside for more than a few minutes (as long as you have a good mosquito repellent). And one of the greatest parts about spring in Texas are the wild flowers. To be more specific ... it's all about the BLUEBONNETS! State flower. Road-side wonder. A sight to behold. (imho)

And as a natural born Texan, it warms my heart. :+)

Not everyone shares my passion, but many do. In fact, the road ways are filled with families snapping pics at just about every bluebonnet patch you find.

I couldn't resist. So I bribed my little man (thank goodness for ice cream sandwiches) into a short shoot among the wild flowers. And this is a small tribute to my own Texas Son ...



Doesn't my young man look good in Texas blue? His momma sure thinks so! ;+)

Here are a few more shots of my favorite road-side wonder:






Sadly, bluebonnets have a fairly short lifespan and soon enough the Texas heat will send them to seed until next year.

What's YOUR state flower? What emotions does it bring out when you see them? Do you make it an annual tradition to capture that special bloom?

I'd love to see YOUR favorite shots!