A Beautiful Spring Afternoon with Mom and the Blossoms
Yesterday, myself, and a family friend spent a lovely afternoon with my elderly mother strolling through the Royal Botanical Gardens, and it turned out to be one of those simple moments in time that leaves your heart feeling full. The cherry blossoms were in full bloom, and the fragrant magnolias were showing off in full color—big, bold, and beautiful.
We wandered the paths at our own pace, stopping often to admire the trees or sit on a bench and just enjoy the breeze.
And of course, it wouldn’t be spring at the gardens without a few “influencer sightings.” There were at least three people in long flowing dresses, striking dramatic poses under the blossoms while their friends crouched on the ground to get the perfect angle. At one point, I had to gently steer Mom out of someone’s selfie.
So beautiful. Cherry blossoms are one of my favs.
ReplyDeleteI love them too. I wish they lasted longer. I'm glad I went when I did because we had a huge wind storm yesterday. I'm sure the trees lost a lot of their blossoms.
DeleteI do miss the Cherry Blossoms. They always put a smile on my face.
ReplyDeleteIt's what I look forward to the most in Spring
DeleteLovely cherry and magnolia blossoms. What a nice way to spend time with your mother.
ReplyDeleteBarbara, I hope once I am the elderly Mom, my son will take me to a park like this. Anywhere I can enjoy magnolia and cherry blossoms, is literally my happy place! Thank you for sharing this with us!
ReplyDeleteRight? Me too.
DeleteWhat gorgeous photographs Barbara and your mom must have had a wonderful time, not just walking through the park, but spending the day with you in such a beautiful place. I love your close ups photos!
ReplyDeletethanks Martha. It was a lovely afternoon.
DeleteOh it sounds so beautiful and wonderful!! I'm glad you got to spend the day with your mom. And what lovely pictures!
ReplyDeletethanks. We had a lovely afternoon.
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