Forget-Me-Not
Joyful
photo taken at Popes’ Garden Center
hope
excellent or praiseworthy
Because the Sinless Savior Died
Jesus said to her,
“I am the resurrection and the life.
The one who believes in me will live, even though they die
John 11:25
“I am the resurrection and the life.
The one who believes in me will live, even though they die
John 11:25
Waiting for Spring
While the temps outside are still chilly and spring flowers seem a long way off, my houseplants don’t seem to mind
ready… i hope
gathering
I have been gathering and cutting hydrangea blooms and brought them in to dry. Some are huge. I had enough for a large vase full for my (newly) painted powder room. I will post about the re-done powder room shortly.Continue Reading
Think on These Things ~ Autumn Rose
Think on These Things ~ Remembering Mommy
~remembering my mom who passed away a year ago~ 
Photo taken 8.11.11
Think on These Things ~ Rain
As the rain and the snow come down from heaven, and do not return to it without watering the earth and making it bud and flourish, so that it yields seed for the sower and bread for the eater,
so is my word that goes out from my mouth: It will not return to me empty, but will accomplish what I desire and achieve the purpose for which I sent it.
Isaiah 55:10-11
Think on These Things ~ Set Free
Think on These Things ~ White
White As Snow lyrics Leon Olguin / Kelly Willard
“Come now, let us reason together,”
says the Lord.
“Though your sins are like scarlet,
they shall be as white as snow;
though they are red as crimson,
they shall be like wool.
Isaiah 1:18
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No party link-up this week just a few photos of a Damselfly visiting while I photographed the bright, white phlox in my garden
🙂
Think on These Things #22 Wishing
Then Jesus told his disciples a parable to show them that they should always pray and not give up.
Luke 18:1
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.
Philippians 4:6
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Was there a Scripture verse, a song, a quote, a poem or an encouraging word that came your way and caused you to pause.
I’d love for you to share.
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Think on These Things
Before and After
My hydrangea bushes are full of buds and were beginning to bloom.
This is how they look after an twelve-day heatwave with several days in the triple digits, even with daily watering.
Fortunately, with diligent attention and watering, my other flowers are doing okay.
Hoping for some rain as we begin another heatwave stretch!
Hot July 4th
After an intensely busy May and June, then a nasty stomach bug last Saturday and Sunday, John and I enjoyed a laid back, mid-week 4th of July.
Early breakfast on the patio before the high 90’s temp with matching humidity, included Cream Biscuits with jam and strawberries from a recipe shared by Kitty @Kitty’s Kozy Kitchen.
We made plans to head to my favorite nursery for a break from chores and responsibilities and maybe pick up a few new plants to fill empty spots in the gardens.
After the thirty minute drive my head was beginning to clear and I got excited to see all of the selections offered at this beautiful nursery.
Owners James & Joan Pope are very friendly and helpful.
Rosie, the goat was at her usual place, perched on a bench shaded by a trumpet vine.
Rosie seems to be keeping an eye on the bunnies in the cages nearby.
She was cool and comfortable and looking dapper in her purple bandana.
There are a lot of animals to see here but it was just so hot we visited only a few located up front.
This young emu hatched in February and a couple of cute ducks quacked for our attention.
I came home with more than I wanted but who can resist… I wanted one of everything!
Bees, butterflies and moths were as happy as us with so many beautiful blossoms.
A peek out the back door of the shop revealed a most beautiful space!
Since it is the Popes’ private backyard, I asked Joan if we could look around and take some photos and she graciously gave us permission.
What an oasis of well designed and abundantly blooming plants
I love walking the path with the various ground cover growing among the stepping stones.
Looking toward the back door of the shop.
Keep cool, Rosie…
See you next visit!
James & Joan Pope
www.popesgardens.com
1146 Old White Horse Pike
Waterford, New Jersey 08089
Phone (856) 767-3343
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Remember my post on the birds nesting in the patio lantern?
Look what’s peeking out these days. 
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Remember my post on the birds nesting in the patio lantern?
Look what’s peeking out these days.
Linking to Seasonal Sundays @The Tablescaper