Magnolia blooms at last..

After the disappointment of having our lovely magnolia buds eaten by some creature in early Spring...we had the joy of seeing new flowers bud and blossom in late Summer!

This is a Star Wars Magnolia and has the largest flowers of all magnolia trees.

Finally, we get to enjoy a beautiful view of it in all it's glory from our dining room window! 

This small plot of peace

When my mind is overwhelmed by the un-lovely..

when I need to come aside and quieten my heart..

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when my soul is craving the sound of serenity and birdsong..

I retreat from the din of the clamouring world to sit in my garden.

 Centered beneath the blue expanse above I slowly breathe in.. and out.. 

prayers of thanksgiving for this small plot of peace.