Tuesday Tidbits #276 Savoring Summer

~ Nancy

Hello Friends!

How was your week? Here we are on Tuesday again.

Savoring Summer

Last week, as I was sweeping the garage, I paused to marvel at the lush greenery that had emerged in the yard and gardens. It’s good to take notice of the small pleasures that surround us. After taking a moment to appreciate the vibrant greenery, I saw the rhododendron petals resembling sprinkles of pink snow on the ground. Their beauty and dewdrops made me grateful for the opportunity to pause and admire the small wonders around me. I’m trying to do more of that. Sweet Man and I are a busy couple, so I’m consciously trying to slow down and be more present, even for a little while. Summer is worth savoring, folks!

“The tans will fade, but the summer memories will last forever.” ~author unknown

Weather

We have had a mix of rain and sun, and the flowers and plants love it, as do I! I stroll through the yard every morning to appreciate the beauty of nature and the blessings God has given us.

I think this is an umbrella for a garden fairy.

“God made rainy days so gardeners could get the housework done.” ~anonymous

More Flowers Appearing

Our Irises had only one bloom three years ago and didn’t bloom at all the last few years. We have several flowers this early summer, and I am thrilled!

This midnight purple is gorgeous!
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I was delighted when the poppy finally bloomed. This is my very first poppy!

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Another first is that we had two Alliums bloom this year!

There’s two there!

The pink ladies or evening primroses have blossomed. I love them until they start to take over the garden. The pink color in the garden is refreshing right now.

Strawberries

Sweet Man brought home fresh strawberries the other day. They were incredibly sweet.

So very sweet! (Sweet Man and the Strawberries!) I added some of my Strawberry collectibles to this area in the kitchen.

We did not harvest the rhubarb so perhaps this upcoming week!

Baby Shower

On another note, we got to celebrate the Mother and Father-to-be! Seeing so many come out to show their love for them and the baby boy to come was incredible. I was overcome with emotion at the shower. My son and his wife are having a baby! This GG can’t wait! This was the first shower, and we will have another shower here at the Lake in a few weeks. 💙

We are all excited for the baby to come!💙

Thank you!

That’s all I have for you this week!

As I always try to convey… we sure do appreciate all of you. Thank you for joining us for another Tuesday Tidbits.

The mock orange is blooming.

We are wishing all of you a wonderful week ahead. Enjoy what this upcoming week brings to you. And whatever you have planned… make every day count and be thankful for your Blessings.

Linking up with Terri from Second Wind Leisure. It’s all about the Great Outdoors this month.

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46 thoughts on “Tuesday Tidbits #276 Savoring Summer”

  6. Beautiful photos and wonderful news! Plus rain! I love irises and your photos with the drops are gorgeous. We had poppies when we lived in Cleveland and I miss them. But today I could enjoy yours. Have a wonderful week, Nancy. ❤️

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  7. Thank you for another lovely garden tour. I loved the images with water droplets on the blooms. This is such a wonderful time in life watching the next generation. I have no doubt that the arrival of that little boy will melt your heart and being GG will be the best thing ever. 😊

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  8. 👏❤️🙏 I am SO happy for you and new g’son, Nancy! You are in for a wonderful journey with that g’baby!
    Your flowers are gorgeous! I have Iris that same dark purple.
    Make your strawberry/rhubarb pie, you’ll be glad you did and so will your sweet man.😂❤️

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  9. Your photos capture nature’s beauty! The colorful iris and poppy are not shy with their brilliant purple and red. I love the strawberry vignette 🍓🍓🍓 I am so excited that you are going to be a grandmother. There is nothing that compares to that blessing🙏🏻🙏🏻 Happy Tuesday, Nancy!

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  10. Oh my gosh, your flowers are so amazing, Nancy! The dark purple of the irises is stunning. I love that quote about rainy days being made so gardeners can clean house. 🤣 I can see why your enjoy your morning walk in your yard. We do the same thing here, too! Enjoy your beautiful yard and home. Congratulations on pending grandmother hood! So happy for you!

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    1. I am very excited to be a GG!!
      And that midnight purple of the iris is something to see!
      I am going to look into your garden clogs company! Thank you!!
      Happy June, Terri!

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  11. I couldn’t agree more, Nancy. Summer is worth savoring! I too try to live in the moment. Life sees so eager to pass us by. I chuckled at that quote because I just said to my sister last week that God gave me a rainy day so I could work inside. 🙂
    Congratulations to the expecting parents. So exciting!

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  12. awe Nancy…how sweet you are going to have a little one to cuddle and spoil. I love all my grands and great grands. I’m Gma to the grands and The great grands call me GG which in my case stands for great grandma!

    Thank you for sharing the beauty of your garden. I love walking through my garden with my early cup of hot tea or coffee and seeing all the new blooms. Happy June!

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  13. Nancy, Thank you for stopping by my MMB guest post. Your garden blooms are spectacular! Isn’t it such a gift to see the wonders as you stroll through the garden each morning? I love doing the same. Just wait until you experience the wonders of that grandson coming! Oh my, no one could have told me how much love my heart feels with mine!

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    1. What a sweet surprise to hear from you Rita. Thank you for enjoying the gardens. And I am so excited to see that grandbaby!
      Happy June!

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  15. Happy Tuesday, Miss Nancy. I love that quote about rainy days and housework – oh my, it had me laughing out loud 🤣 Does that mean you had time to do some? (Still laughing here). I’m sure you are super excited to meet your grandson when he arrives. What a joy 🥰

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  16. I need to find a market for fresh picked berries — my own tanked (I think they were overshadowed by Black-eyed Susans that grew too fast, and a few weeds!). Those look lovely and so much better than the awful things in the grocery. Your garden is rocking it! And you are right — summer is the time to slow down and truly enjoy.

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  18. Your daily morning garden tours are a great way to discover the little changes that have happened overnight. Congratulations on the grandchild about to enter the world and the loving arms of parents and grandparents.

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  19. Your flowers are so colorful, Nancy. Your first picture is stunning. Is that the entrance to your lake? Congratulations on your almost grandchild. You all look very happy about it. It sounds like your taken a few breaths and are enjoying your not-so-lazy summer days. 😍😍😍😍😍

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    1. That first picture is actually the outlet of our lake. I am so glad you enjoyed it.

      As for not-so-busy days, it still isn’t happening. But soon!
      Happy June!

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  21. Such a pretty garden and I love the face amidst the ivy. That is fun! As for irises. I am learning more and more about them. My neighbor belongs to the iris society in the desert. I had no idea they would grow here and she has given me some start with instructions and “don’t worry” if they don’t bloom every year. It’s fun. oh how fun, it will be to see you as a GG. Lovely and colorful post.

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    1. Thank you, Donna! I have an Iris in AZ, and it has lots of green growth but no blooms…yet!
      Thanks for all the love, my friend.

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