I came out of my apartment on Tuesday to a beautiful day with blue skies and azaleas in bloom. Using my phone, I had to try and capture the wonderful moment. This is the view of the courtyard and blue sky from my second floor home.
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March Arrives With Warmer Days
Here in central Florida the days have warmed up and blue skies continue. When I drive around Lakeland, I always enjoy seeing the lake views. Here are a couple.
Read MoreTabebuia Trees Spring Blooms
Common name(s): Golden trumpet tree
Family: Bignoniaceae
USDA hardiness zones: 9B through 11
Origin: native to Central and South America
This last week I was surprised by the sudden blooms of bright yellow on trees in the neighborhood. I wasn’t familiar with the species. I did some research on the golden trees. Tabebuias are from the West Indies, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, and Central America, but several species are very well adapted to South Florida. I was thrilled to find the golden beauties here in central Florida. Since they are tropical plants, they WON’T SURVIVE HARD FREEZES.
Read MoreLakeland’s Blue Skies
Weather here in central Florida is still cooler than I like, but the skies are beautiful. Blue skies with white clouds make a perfect day despite the temperature. (I know folks up north won’t think it’s cool.)
Read MoreTulips at Publix Supermarket
I’ve been driving around and enjoying new places here in my new home of Lakeland, Florida. The days are mostly beautiful with blue skies although the temperatures have been chilly.
Read MoreThe Many Lakes of Lakeland
When you drive around Lakeland, you pass lots of lakes. The City of Lakeland says that there are a total of 38 named lakes within City limits as well as numerous smaller lakes. Sizes among the 38 named lakes range from 2.5 acres (Lake Blanton) to 2,272 acres (Lake Parker) of which 17 are natural and 21 are man-made. Lake Parker is the large lake behind my condo development. Today I’m sharing a few photos of another lake I passed in my drives.
Read MoreSunrise on a Cold Day
I’ve been quite busy this week as I still unpack and organize my new home. Today’s photo is an amazing sunrise that surprised me. I never tire of beautiful skies. They always make me smile.
Read MoreA Walk To The Lake
I must say I am very tired. I am also bruised. Yes, I am still surrounded by boxes. I don’t mind taking my time unpacking, but I still don’t have my basic cooking equipment unpacked. I am using one large frying pan for everything. I have to find some pots today. Don’t ask me why, but I am craving potato salad, my potato salad not a grocery store’s salad.
Today’s photos were taken during a walk to the lake next to the condos. I hope you enjoy them. First is a view of the courtyard.
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