This first post is focused on photos I took on their property in Illinois before we departed for Paris. As my regular readers are aware, my parents live in a wonderful, gated, lake community in Northwest Illinois and they have an extensive property. My momma's true passion is for gardening and every time I visit, I can't wait to take my photo skills into her incredible gardens. With her age, she has started to simplify her plantings to be more manageable, but to me they are just as grand. Here are some favorite photos from our visit, the day before our flight to France...and within these photos, you will find my favorite photo of my momma (in her element)...
When I tell you that this was the perfect way to start our journey, I mean it from the bottom of my heart. There is something so special about spending time with them at their home surrounded by the beauty of nature. It has the most calming, refreshing effect on me...oh, how I long to live next door...
This was day one, so be sure to stop back for my next update, when I share about our time in Paris...which exceeded all of my expectations...
Belinda: The photo of your beautiful mother brought tears to my eyes, she looks so happy and very young at heart, my mother passed in 2017, this post brings joy to my heart.
ReplyDeleteThank-you for sharing the lovely photos of her flowers, they are stunning and so bright, here in Minnesota we have already taken plants in and cut back all that is needed, we have had a freeze already one night.
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Catherine
Your parents' property is so beautiful.
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Marilyn
Just lovely - and I mean both your mom and the flowers! Can’t wait to see more!
ReplyDeleteYour Momma has a very green thumb, dear friend. And what a beautiful picture of her!
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