Fresh Flowers for the House

It seems I've taken a four-month sabbatical, and I certainly didn't intend to.  I've discovered the longer I stay away, the harder it is to think what to write on my blog.  I hope that all of you had a lovely Mother's Day yesterday; I most certainly did.  Went to lunch on Saturday with my mom, my sister, my niece and her adorable foster child.  I so wish I could share pictures of the little girl, but I completely understand why that is not allowed.  Yesterday, our son came over and the three of us went to dinner at a nice restaurant.  Afterwards, we visited my mother-in-law, so I think we all had a good family weekend.   

            Last Friday, May 2nd, Hal and I went to the Piedmont Farmer's Market.  Strawberries were already in, and we bought a gallon.  I also bought a large bouquet of flowers, from which I was able to make four good-sized bouquets.  I would love to see where some of these folks grow their flowers, because they are just exquisite.  I could probably find them cheaper at our Trader Joe's, but these at the Farmer's Market are the absolute freshest.  They lasted about a week, and some of the flowers are still good now.  This might have been the prettiest bouquet I've ever gotten there.     

The bouquet included snapdragons (one of my all-time favorites) daisies, Sweet William, anemones, mums, baby's breath, and a big pink rose -- so many of my cottage garden favorites.   

   
  I was also happy to discover a creamy, fragrant peony, as well.   

Flowers for the dining room, living room, den, and kitchen.  What a treat!   

I'm still struggling to get my perennials established here, so I really appreciate being able to get fresh flowers for the house.  We have had a very pretty spring here in North Carolina -- not too hot so far.  Are you having a good spring where you are?  I know many of you grow beautiful flowers of your own -- I hope the weather has been kind to them so far.  For anyone who's still reading here, thanks so much for stopping by today!  Have a wonderful week!!  
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