Central Illinois Spring

Spring is sooner recognized by plants than by men. ~Chinese Proverb

I’m up to my ears in web design projects right now, but I figured if I didn’t get these Spring photos posted, it might be Summer before I come up for a deep breath!

We’ve been fighting our share of wind, rain, and coolish temperatures, but Mother Nature knows it’s time to put on her striking glory. See if you don’t agree:

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Not sure but I think this might be a magnolia. Yes, we have them here! This one was in a little park outside of the business district.

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Pink Dogwood blossoms

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Rain droplets on leaves of Stella D’Oro Daylily

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Redbud tree

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Yellow Daffodils

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Weeping Cherry tree blossoms

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Blue Hyacinths

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Ivy Geranium in hanging basket

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White Azalea

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Lilac bushes (and yes, the scent was Heavenly!)

Note: Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms out there, whether to fur-kids, the neighbor kids, or their own brood!