nurturing hope, creativity, family
The Karl Rosenfield peony:
Can you imagine life without flowers?
I feel a deep sense of reverent awe to have such beauty outside my windows. I am grateful to an infinitely creative God for the beauty He blesses us with. Beauty, like food, sustains life and lifts my heart.
Hopeful Homemaker
We made it home in time for Flag Day! I’m behind on laundry and everything else but the sunshine, gentle breeze, and June 14th on the calendar coaxed me outdoors to put up the flags. I have loved the American flag all my life. It seems my affection and respect for it deepens each year. Yes, today is a special day, a holiday worth celebrating.
This year I added more flag holders on every post on our wrap around porch.
On days like today I sigh inwardly and think to myself, “Yes, this is why we built a white house.”
Much as we need a major clean up day around here, today has been more of an emotional regrouping day. All I’ve wanted to do is sit and watch the flags flutter in the breeze. The pressures of life can wait another day; my heart needs to be still.
Flag Day is a great kickoff for a month of red, white and blue. We celebrate our nation’s history and heritage for at least a month at this house.
Assuming I can get my act together, it should be a patriotic summer. Watch for more in coming days!
Until then, take a minute to watch a flag flying somewhere today and think of at least five reasons you have to be grateful for the American flag. I promise it will lift your day.
Hopeful Homemaker
Only one of the peony roots I planted weeks ago has sent shoots up. It’s fun to watch it slowly inch it’s way up. Impatient for blooms, I also planted a few more peonies. I’m loving my morning walks around the yard to greet my plants.
First up: Tom Eckhardt Peony 
I love the yellow in the center on this variety. So beautiful.
The second to bloom is a Karl Rosenfield Peony. I’m excited to watch it open completely.
Lastly, a Shirley Temple peony which has yet to unfold.
Dare I admit that I’d buy at least a dozen more if my budget would permit?