Right now every street, parkway, garden and yard has at least one tree exploding with beautiful color and blossom.

And I've been inside the branches of several. Looking up.

Looking closely.

There is even one very pretty tree in my own yard.

Which gives me a chance to remind you of this sweet post from years ago when the girls gave me this beautiful dogwood for Mother's Day. Covered with blossoms and memories, it's one of the loveliest gifts ever. Don't you think?

My mother doesn't have a place to plant, but all of this has inspired me to sit down and stitch the birdie banner in pink colors for her breakfast table window.

Much needed rain is expected over the weekend so I'll be under a pink tree this afternoon getting started. Hoping something is blooming and beautiful where you are. The magic of spring!