The Apple Tree

This summer, I have spent a lot of time watering the garden and the rest of the plants in our backyard-- yet it wasn't until a few days ago that I took a real good look at our apple tree.  I have passed this tree many many times throughout the summer when watering the yard, so it was fun to take time to appreciate this beautiful tree.   My little sister and I took pictures with it and spent some time lying on the grass in the shade this tree provides.  So beautiful!  It has made me feel as though I should make an apple pie-- and I don't even like pie!  

Oh yes, and it's my little sisters birthday today, so here's a shout out to her!  She is such a doll, and I love her so much.  She'll be leaving next month to serve a mission for the LDS church, and I know that she is going to do an awesome job!  Happy Birthday Goober :)

I hope everyone is having a fantastic summer!  I basically failed at blogging all summer, but hey, better late than never.  

Go make someone smile :)

Sun-Kissed Saturdays

There's something about a relaxful day in the sun. Letting your body soak up that vitamin D... feeling carefree as you spend time with family and friends... I don't have these days as often as I wish I did! I see pictures of those people that are blessed with time to be in the sun nearly every day and it appears to me as though they are just so happy and pleased with life!

Earlier this summer, I got to go on a little family trip to Zions National Park. While there, I was able to take my family to a little area where we could play in the water that most people don't know about. As far as I know, the location isn't on any of the maps... but I can't prove that, haha. We spent a lovely afternoon in the sun and playing in the water. Those that know me pretty well know that I do not like fish, and I do not like swimming in water that I don't know what's in it... Now I guess you all know me pretty well ;) My brothers were able to convince me to jump off a little cliff into some dark water.... CREEPY! It was a thrill!!!! And I actually enjoyed it! In order to do this, I needed to clear my mind so I wouldn't think about the potential fish, bugs, and frogs that might be swimming with me. After clearing my mind, I would plunge into the dark hole of water... I can't say that I actually became fully comfortable with this activity, but I did start trying to do little 'tricks' in the air when jumping. It was a good time :)

While I am an adict to the rain and I feel as though I cannot get enough of it, I am also very grateful for the sun. It makes the body feel a certain way that rain doesn't.... I suppose rain does the same thing for the body compared to the sun, ha. I hope to be able to take more days this summer to soak up the sun and just relax and enjoy myself.

April Flowers

If April showers bring May flowers, what brings April flowers? A couple weeks ago, I had the opportunity to join my family at my cousins wedding in Salt lake. It is so happy to see that he has found the girl he wants to spend eternity with. While at Temple Square, my little sister used my camera to take some pictures of the beautiful flowers found on the grounds of the temple. So, again, if the April showers bring May flowers, what brings the beautiful April flowers? :)

9

As far as I know, most people have a lucky number. Mine is 9. I really like the number nine because I was born on 09-09-1990, I turned 9 on 09-09-1999, and I turned 19 on 09-09-09. Plus, 9 is an odd number. For some reason I prefer odd numbers over even numbers--I even set my alarm clock to odd times. This morning, for example, I set my alarm for 9:03.

Today, I would like to share 9 different things that I love :)

Vintage Accessories

My Journal

Dancing in the Rain

Mini Eclairs

Fairytales

Traveling

Taking Pictures

Fire

Hugs from Best Friends

Popcorn on the Apricot Tree

While I was home over the weekend for General Conference, I was thrilled to see all of the blossoms on our apricot tree in the backyard! A true sign of spring :) Unfortunately, I forgot to take pictures of them before I left, but my little sister will be taking some for me. (I will be sure to post the pictures when I get them!) For now, I would like to share this picture of some beautiful blossoms from an apricot tree. Have a great day! :)



Blossoms

Inspired by Nature

I love inspiration that comes from the little things. Many, many times I have wished that I lived close to a forest, or wooded area. I could then go walk around/sit, and just ponder about things... So much inspiration comes from Nature and the natural things of the world. It is hard to find that peace from nature when you live in the middle of a city and don't have car, but that just makes the wooded areas more special to me when i go to them--I just breathe it all in!










Girl in Woods

Owlz

Owl Figurine



Two Baby Owls


Two baby owls sat in a tree,
And blinked because they could not see.
"The sun is shining bright," they said,
"So let's go home and go to bed."
A little squirrel, frisking near
The owls, were very quick to hear.
Said, he, "It's fine for work or play;
I'm glad the sun shines bright today."


By: Ada Clark

Necklace 1

Necklace 2

The Owl

The owl is thought so wise to be,
as he sits on a limb of a tree.
At night from where he is said to see

all the things that a wise owl should see.
It’s strange though, as he relates to me,
in the daylight hours he visits me,
with a hoot and a hoot repeatedly.
He sits in a tree near enough to me,
so I can clearly hear his hoot,
that is a message of good things
that is soon to be. His hooting sound,
I have found is a message of
a happy event when I hear him around.
I sometimes hear him before
I get out of bed, and his greeting to me,
I know not to dread.
I start my day with a smile on my face,
because he told with his hoot
the day would be filled with happy news
that is filled with grace.

Copyright © Judith Pleasant 3/21/2005

Owl Picture

Sunflowers

With the sun shining today, I was just thinking about sunflowers, and how beautiful they are. I have become a huge fan of the color yellow (although I still don't know what my favorite color is...) By simply looking at a yellow sunflower, one can be filled with joy and happiness. (I hope you all agree).

A garden of Sunflowers beckoned to me -
'Come join us, my lady, and joyous you'll be!
We're large ones and small ones, some dainty and fair,
And even some delicate to wear in your hair.
We follow the sun, swaying slowly without a care,
We have a new dance that with you we will share.
Gently hold onto our leaves, allow us to lead the way,
To our Sunflower two-step, dancing throughout the day.'
I couldn't resist them, so dandy a sight!So off I did go in my Sunflower flight.
What a glorious time, right up til twilight,
And then I had to bid my Sunflowers good-night.
So happy were we, a long day filled with fun,
Upon leaving I kissed them, each and every one.
So tender the moment, as I turned to leave.
With eyes brimmed with tears, could I truly believe?
OH! It was so true!! I then knew it to be!!!
I had to smile, 'cause they were all winking at me.

~Unknown Author

Sunflowers 1

Sundress

Sunflowers 2

Party Umbrellas

Sunflowers 3

The Full Moon

Guess what tonight was? That's right! A full moon! And oh, what a beautiful sight is was. This evening, I was walking around outside, and I was just in awe of the beauty as the moon as i looked at it through the branches of the tree. It lit up a few of the clouds in the sky, giving it a soft frame. Although a couple of the pictures I've attatched have been messed with by computers, I hope you can appreciate the beauty of the moon as I do!
Well my lovelies, I hope you all have a splendid week! Make the best of every moment.
Choose to love rather than hate. Choose to laugh rather than cry. Choose to create rather than destroy. Choose to persevere rather than quit. Choose to praise rather than gossip. Choose to heal rather than wound. Choose to give rather than steal. Choose to act rather than procrastinate. Choose to pray rather than curse. Choose to live rather than die.
Much love to you all :)

Full Moon 1

Full Moon 2

Full Moon 3

Full Moon 4