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Friday, April 5, 2013

"STAR MAGNOLIAS"

"Only as high as I can reach can I grow; only as far as I seek can I go; only as deep as I look can I see; only as much as I dream can I be." ~ Karen Ravn

I was pleasantly surprised to see my post for yesterday land (and remain) in the #1 spot. I am humbly appreciative of your comments; you all are too kind:).

Update: Thanks Elizabeth (aka arctangent), for identifying these as star magnolias; thus, the caption change from "Blooms and Branches" to "Star Magnolias."

Oh Happy Friday!!

***#5 photo of the day***

(photo taken 2/7/2013)

Bear Paws - Colorado 1859 w25

Rose, Sadler's Wells
From a park with a Wonderful Rose Garden that I visit frequently.

Link to Photo Without Frame

Monday, April 1, 2013

"JAPANESE MAGNOLIAS & BUDS"

"To fight and conquer in all your battles is not supreme excellence; supreme excellence consists in breaking the enemy's resistance without fighting." ~ Sun Zsu

The first signs of spring in February.........no fooling:)!

These blooms were photographed on the grounds of the church in yesterday's photo. According to a little research, "The tulip magnolia is also commonly called saucer magnolia and Japanese Magnolia, and sometimes just Soulangiana after its botanical name, Magnolia x soulangiana."

Have a marvelous Monday - another day off - woo hoo!!

St. James Episcopal Church

***#11 photo of the day***

(photo taken 2/6/2013)

Saturday, March 30, 2013

"WHITE JAPANESE MAGNOLIAS & BUDS"

"Flowers can bloom and thrive in a variety of circumstances—likewise, our lives are full of challenges and triumphs, easy times and hard ones, but we too can thrive even in difficult conditions. Make the most of your life experiences and enjoy the journey! Live an abundant life by putting your energy toward the things that are most important to you. Create your own wonderful life by maintaining your relationships with your friends and family and establishing traditions with your loved ones. Nurture yourself spiritually, mentally, and emotionally and allow time to develop your interests. Fill your heart with love, and serve those around you. As you balance all of life’s demands, bloom where you are planted, and experience the abundant life." ~ Author Unknown

The first signs of spring in February (when these were photographed)

Have a safe Resurrection (aka Easter) weekend, my friends!

St. James Episcopal Church

*** top 10 photos of the day***

(photo taken 2/6/2013)

Blue Camassia flowers in spring

See photo in original gallery.

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