Out in my yard today…  73 degrees- an unusually cool day for this time of year.  The butterfly bush is in full bloom, attracting many different varieties of colorful butterflies. The peaches are beginning to ripen and will be ready to pick in a few days.  Due to a late-spring freeze, there are exactly 8 peaches on the entire tree.  I guess it’s better than nothing, but there won’t be any homemade jam this year. I’m grateful for… kind words filled with love and encouragement. One of my favorite things… is this darling Little Red Riding Hood cookie jar that my

My family and I just returned last week from a two week vacation in the eastern U.S. We had such a wonderful time! My brother and sister-in-law graciously hosted us in their home and really made this vacation possible. We couldn’t have done it without them. What a tremendous blessing!  As much fun as it was to get away, it is also so great to be home. So, without further ado, here is this week’s edition of Monday Musings. Out in my yard today… a volleyball net that will get a lot of use in the next few days since my youngest daughter is trying out

Out in my yard today… at this moment it is 75 degrees and breezy. I’m sure it will warm up more by the end of the afternoon.   The clematis is in full-bloom now.  There are also several roses in bloom.  This pink one is one of my favorites. If you look closely you can see the start of a yellow squash.  My tomato plants are all blooming, along with the zucchini and cucumbers.  I can hardly wait for harvest! I’m grateful for… the United States of America!  What a privilege it is to live in a free country.  I’m so thankful for all