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April 18th, 2022 brought a round of light snow to Chicagoland that covered some of the early spring flowers and buds on trees.
at least spring arrived on balcony, it's the birthday boat of the spring daughter :-)
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sometimes, bursts of rain and wind and clear skies and sun and cold all in one day ... at least when the sun is out without the wind it's warm to touch ... it's cold now ... it smells like Spring and the trees (and foliage) are starting to look the part ... did I mention it's cold now?
The thought just warms me up. I am ready.
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winter’s final bed of snow
soon becomes a nectar to grow
with sun and warmth
the bells will ring
singing out
the spirit of spring
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Już mam dosyć tego śniegu, więc sięgnęłam po wiosnę do archiwum ;)
I already can't stand this snow outside, so I take some Spring from my archive... ;) This hyacinth grew in a small garden near the building where I live, in the begining of April in 2010.
Hyacinth is the common name for approximately 30 perennial bulbous flowering plants of the genus Hyacinthus (order Liliales, family Liliaceae) of the Mediterranean region and Africa. The common garden Hyacinth, Hyacinth Orientalis, originated in Anatolia and was brought to Europe in the 16th century. The Hyacinth bulb produces a dense, compact spike of flowers, 6-12 inches (15-30 cm) tall. The normal bloom time for Hyacinths is from March to April. Hyacinths have been cultivated commercially since the second half of the 16th century. They became very popular in 18th and early 19th century Europe. The bulbs are now grown commercially in the Netherlands and the United Kingdom. In the Netherlands Hyacinths are also grown as cut flowers.
An ancient Greek legend describes the origin of the Hyacinth. Two of the gods, Apollo and Zephyr, adored a handsome young Greek called Hyakinthos. Apollo was teaching Hyakinthos the art of throwing a discus.
Zephyr, who was the god of the west wind, was overwhelmed with jealousy and he blew the discus back. It struck Hyakinthos on the head and killed him. From his blood grew a flower, which the sun god Apollo named after him.
Lake Katherine is in full spring mode, with many flowering trees, green grass, and abundant wildlife.
Although it is still quite cold there are obvious signs that spring is coming. These is a bush of snowdrops in the afternoon sun in front of a small river.
Taken with Sony A-6000 (Sony ILCE-6000) and SAL 70400G2 and LA-EA2 as RAW. Converted to JPEG with LR 5.7
Marathon County, Wisconsin
The Dells of the Eau Claire River protects a scenic, narrow rocky gorge and waterfalls where geologic processes have resulted in an unusual tilting of bedrock. The rocky gorge and forested areas are wooded with a northern mesic forest of hemlock, sugar maple, yellow birch, and mountain maple. Canada yew is abundant in dense patches and the spring flora is rich.
Spring seems to have to battle very hard this year… Piz Aul (3121m) is still deeply covered in snow.
The ‘bells are calling……There are few sights guaranteed to make the heart sing more sweetly than a vibrant blanket of bluebells stretching across a woodland floor. It is a sure sign that spring has truly arrived..Regularly voted England’s favourite wild flower, bluebells thrive particularly well in woodlands, and the ancient areas of England Forest are no exception. Flowering in mid-April to late May (dependent on weather conditions), they make the most of the sunlight that reaches the woodland floor before the full forest canopy casts its shade. Millions of bulbs may grow closely together in one parcel of woodland, creating a stunning display
Upon a nice mid-spring day,
Let's take a look at Nature's way.
Breathe the scent of nice fresh air,
Feel the breeze within your hair.
The grass will poke between your toes,
Smell the flowers with your nose.
Clouds form shapes within the skies,
And light will glisten from your eyes.
Hear the buzzing of the bees,
Climb the tallest willow trees.
Look across the meadow way,
And you shall see a young deer play.
Pick the daisies as they grow,
Watch a gentle cold stream flow.
Know the sounds of water splash,
Catch its glimmer in a flash.
When altogether all seems sound,
Lay yourself upon the ground.
Take a moment to inhale,
And listen to Nature tell her tale...
Happy meteorological spring! I'm sick of winter so I dug up these lovelies for your and my enjoyment this first day of spring!
I took this crocus macro at Brookside Gardens just outside Washington, DC, last week. The sun was shining and spring was in the air!
Spring
Designed, folded, and photographed by Alexander Soukas. Folded from one uncut sheet of the artist's handmade paper.
I woke up this morning and was inspired to work out a new design - I knew I didn't want to create something entirely new. I wanted a modification, something in my archives that I can readjust. Breathing life into old designs is always a favorite challenge of mine. I took the autumnal themed, "avalanche" design and made it into this piece. Poetically enough I've had some revelations internally about my past. I learned that creating some new identity was superficial and that any past trauma should be worn not with shame but with pride. This carried into 'spring'. Instead of folding anew I went to the archives, dusted off some old designs and gave it a new shine: a rebirth.
Spring Dawn, on the way to work this morning, i spotted this composition as the sun was starting to rise. Luckily its the season for always having the camera with me.
Laddie enjoying the first tentative signs of Spring in Llanfairfechan, North Wales.
Check out the farm where Laddie was born www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b03yvl4l
Episode Three now available on BBCI player www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/b04040x8/the-hill-farm-epis...
For outside UK youtu.be/9wAbEej7DaM