The Promise of Spring

For so many of us, Winter overstayed her welcome. I have friends in the northern parts of the US, and they're still living in a snow globe world. As I look outside and see the beginning signs of Spring, I can't help but wonder when the trees will be blooming. They seem so far from showing their pink and white blossoms as they stand at the ready with their tiny crimson buds.

I decided to look at last year's blossom photos to remind me exactly when I can expect to see the blooms again. The first photo below was taken April 28, 2013. I am giddy at the thought that in roughly 10 days from now, the trees will be full with green leaves and delicate white flowers! Ten. More. Days.  I can wait. I can believe in the promise of Spring. For many celebrating Passover or Easter, this is truly a season of promises... of hope... of faith... of renewal. If you're celebrating this season, I wish for you a meaningful holiday.

one of our bradford pear trees: April 28, 2013

our garden: May 2, 2013

Happy Spring, friends!
xo
-Patti

Happy Passover

Tonight is the start of Passover and my day has been full of preparing, so today's post is quick. I snapped this photo this morning and thought:  "what a beautiful day I've been given". I have so much to be thankful for... a morning sky like this is certainly on the list.

If you and your family are celebrating, I wish you a peaceful Passover.

xo

-Patti

My First Coconut Macaroons

Last week my sweet friend, Jen St. Jean of Itty Bitty Bag Company, shared her recipe for Coconut Macaroons.  And that was terrific luck for me because I had just volunteered to take a batch to our family's Passover Seder held at my Brother & Sister-in-law's house. I thought I'd show you the final results and give you a chance to take a look at Jen's second blog, Itty Bitty Cookbook.  Thanks, Jen!

Happy Passover to my friends observing this week!