Splashes of Colour

 

Hi Everyone,

We are still in the white world of winter. But the robins, who herald spring in this part of the world, have arrived early--some on the second of March. There are a few berries left on the trees, and with a helping hand raisins should help feed them until the snow melts and the lawns have, once again, become good worm hunting ground.

Impossible to write a post without acknowledging Ukraine and its courageous people and their fearless leader, Zelensky. What a heartbreaking, senseless tragedy. Call me naive but, like many people, I had hoped that war would be a thing of the past in this century, but, alas, when empire building and greed are involved it's not to be. 

Recently, there was a post on Instagram about a young woman who, trying to escape the war, walked for 27K with what looked like a heavy bag of essentials and her old German Shepherd dog draped over her shoulder. I assume he was too old to walk, and she said she wasn't going to leave him behind. Now that's love and determination. What a powerful combination. I believe that's what Ukrainians carry in their hearts: love and determination for their people and their country. 

Words can't express the sorrow I feel for the people of Ukraine. And also for the young Russian soldiers who were surprised and scared to find themselves in the throes of war. Also there are many Russian citizens who do not want this war, citizens, who have the courage to protest no matter what the cost. Like countless others, I am hoping and praying this horrific war will end soon. And that peace, love and justice will prevail.

National Flower of Ukraine

                     Along the river taken earlier this year. Most of the river has frozen over. I've never seen that happen so far down the river before.                       

 

 

   Inside gardening, with the wee gardening kit I received for Christmas. The lettuce was tasty, but I didn't have any luck with the Bok Choy. As you can see, the leaves are yellowing. 

In the back soaking up the excess light a fern and a Shamrock.

                            

                                                      A Primrose helps brightens up the place.

    

 

 

With the world still draped in white, I find I long for colour. It can be found. 

 

The clocks went ahead an hour on Sunday, so more daylight hours should soon make short work of the snow.

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Off the easel:

                                                  Lone Pine. Pastel on paper. Approx. 10" x 13.5"       

                                                        

                             Lately, I've been experimenting with acrylics. Fun to paint flowers in acrylic on                                                               wee 4" x 4" canvases.

                                                                Cultivate Your Dreams                                                           

                                        Linking to Link Parties via my link party page. 

The parties cover most of the globe; there’s much to see and admire, so do stop in for a few visits. 

                                                        Sending my special thanks to the hosts.