Tag Archives: hibiscus

Summer is almost gone but the Rose of Sharon Bushes are Thriving!

Posted on September 11, 2022 by jjspina

I have been sharing our gorgeous Rose of Sharon bushes with you every year as they blossom. This year they have been most prolific. I guess they love the hot and dry weather we have had. Here are some recent … Continue reading →

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Warmer Weather came and went again! Everything is Greening up though!

Posted on May 25, 2022 by jjspina

We had a short spurt of 90 degree weather for a few days then cooler temps rushed in to freeze our toes once again. I walk around with a sweater handy just in case. But this is New England for … Continue reading →

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Happy Easter and Passover! What are you Thankful for this year?

Posted on April 17, 2022 by jjspina

We have been in a bubble for the past few years with COVID. This is the first year since 2019 we will celebrate Easter with our family. We will meet a grand nephew for the first time and a grand … Continue reading →

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Is spring Here Yet?

Posted on March 25, 2022 by jjspina

This is an old post that I wrote just before COVID-19 Pandemic began. Thank God we are getting through it now and only have some variations that are here and then gone. Take care everyone. Stay safe and well! God … Continue reading →

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Warm Weather & Rain Bring More Flowers!

Posted on June 5, 2021 by jjspina

We had a whole weekend of rain for Memorial Day. It wasn’t a fun time for those who wanted to finally get large groups together for cookouts. We had a cook in. The day after the long weekend the weather, … Continue reading →

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Hummingbirds are Now Here!! What Joy and Wonder they bring!

Posted on May 7, 2021 by jjspina

OH NO! I JUST SAW THIS POST IN MY DRAFTS. I MEANT TO PUBLISH IT A MONTH AGO. SO SORRY, BUT HERE IT IS BETTER LATE THAN EVER. I AM STILL IN THE PROCESS OF TRYING CAPTURE SOME OF THESE … Continue reading →

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Is Summer Almost Over?

Posted on September 17, 2018 by jjspina

IS SUMMER ALMOST OVER? Here in the East in New England, USA, it has been a hot summer with intermittent rain storms, then a cool spell, but now once again we are getting some humid days. But looking around I … Continue reading →

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Signs that spring is finally here!

Posted on April 21, 2018 by jjspina

SIGNS THAT SPRING IS FINALLY HERE! The weather here in New England, USA is still a little cool – 50’s. This is a vast improvement over a week ago when we had snow and 30 degree temps. My husband and … Continue reading →

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