Thursday, May 7, 2009

This - and every blue iris ....


This - and every blue iris ...., originally uploaded by Sparky2*.

I have so, so much to be thankful for ... spring and the blue iris are definitely on my list.

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Praying
by Mary Oliver

It doesn't have to be
the blue iris, it could be
weeds in a vacant lot, or a few
small stones; just
pay attention, then patch

a few words together and don't try
to make them elaborate, this isn't
a contest but the doorway

into thanks, and a silence in which
another voice may speak.

Wednesday, May 6, 2009

Rock On, Dude!


Rock On, Dude!, originally uploaded by Sparky2*.

Quiet down cobwebs
Dust go to sleep ...
I'm rocking my grandson
and babies don't keep.

;-)

We've had rain, rain and more rain! A stopped up gutter (rocks thrown on the roof ... gee, wonder how that happened, Zach et al?) caused a bit of minor flooding. ;-)
The only rain-free day was Saturday when my wonderful trees were finally felled. I nearly cry each time I look out my window; I'll miss them and the critters they brought my way. The remaining trees are now trimmed high for a safer canopy - but will make it very difficult to grab those great shots from the lower hanging branches.

Another First


Another First, originally uploaded by Sparky2*.

At first he was drowsy, sleepy and yawning - but that didn't last long ...

He's awake NOW!!


IMG_2456LukeBathCrop, originally uploaded by Sparky2*.

Big brother was so sweet and helpful - tried his best to entertain and console with bubble-blowing and sharing toys ...

Tuesday, April 28, 2009

New Toes


New Toes, originally uploaded by Sparky2*.

Oh, to be born in the spring!!!!

Luke's first warm, sunny spring afternoon outdoors ...

Our Luke - five hours old.


Our Luke - five hours old., originally uploaded by Sparky2*.

I proudly introduce our fifth little miracle, Lukas Alexander. I'm sure you now understand a large part of the reason for my absence of late!
He was about three weeks early and we weren't quite prepared so there was much to do. But all is well; he's beautiful and brilliant and we adore him!