P52 - Week 13

I know, this one is late too. But I wanted to leave week 12 at the top of the page for a few days at least.

This time, my photo is WAY out of my comfort zone. See?



Looking at this photo, I can almost smell the sweet aroma wafting my way. No, this is not some evidence of a green thumb ... at least, not one on my own hand. This dainty little blossom was handed out to me after an oil change (of all places). It was unexpected and such a nice way to drive away from the repair shop.

I love roses. I know precious few ladies who don't love roses. But I can't seem to grow them myself (you'll recall the aforementioned lack of a green thumb) and I hate to see them die after only a few days when I purchase them already cut. So this was indeed a rare treat for me.

I'm glad to have this photo as it will remind me of the beauty of spring and the unanticipated smile after a routine oil change. :+)

just for me

this week's theme at I *heart* Faces is called "Faces & Flowers."

Like many of the female persuasion ... I just love flowers. I love the way they look. I love the way they smell (most of the time). I love watching them bloom. I love it when they sway in the wind.

I've mentioned it before, but Spring is a seriously short season here in Texas. Already the blue bonnets have gone to seed. The butter cups and Indian paint brushes have faded away. And only a few sunflowers remain roadside.

Sure, there are beautiful gardens throughout town. And the TAMU campus stays in radiant bloom all year long. But those semi-natural roadside nuseries have all but faded away. [Note: I said 'semi-natural' since most county and State offices actually seed the roadsides. I'm not complaining though. One of the best ways my tax dollars are spent, if you ask me. ;+) ]

So with that in mind, I don't take even the smallest bud for granted. Last year, right about this time, on our daily walk home from school, my little sweet heart surprised me with a fist full of flowers he picked ... JUST FOR ME!



What more could a mom ask for (except the moment or two to grab the camera to make sure that this bouquet lasts for ever)?!

When I look at this photo, not only can I recall the sweet scent of the blooms, but also the warm (& yes, humid) breeze blowing. I can hear my boy declare "just for you, Momma!" as he proudly presented his find. And I can still see the proud grin he wore as we found a vase and the PERFECT spot on the table to display them.

Just for me.

What can I say? It sure feels good to be me sometimes.

Now ... why don't we all hop on over to to see what else is blooming this week!