Flowers, Goats, and Pollen, Oh My!

Here in North Carolina, we always know spring is here when our loblolly pines release their pollen. The world takes on a yellow haze. It usually takes a good rain to wash it away. Then, we have to hose or blow off the porches, garages, cars, etc. to officially remove it all.

This hand print is on the hood of my car. Who needs finger print powder when the pollen is out. I suggest all bad guys stay away from my house!

I need to schedule a trip to the car wash!

I accidentally uploaded this photo, so thought I would show you what I posted on craigslist today. It is a beautiful entry table. Unfortunately, the base has water damage and it needs some repairs. It's been on my list of things to do for a while and I'm trying to slim that list WAAAAY down!

My May Apples have really popped out this week. They grow wild in the woods behind my house. They are one of my favorites. They are dusted in pollen. It was 90 degrees yesterday, so I wonder if that will lengthen or shorten their season. Cough, cough, sniff!


This is my small leaf periwinkle. It is slowly covering the ground in the island out front. More pollen! AAACHHHHOOO!

I hadn't even noticed my cherry tree was blooming until I was out walking around with my camera. The color is a little off, but I like it. The actually blooms are a pale pink.

Look who came to visit. Neighbor Mary has a new goat. Her name is Daisy. She is adorable. She walks on a leash and every now and then throws in a jump and leap. Very cute!

Daisy waited with us for the big yellow bus! No school for baby goats. She did go to church for Easter and passed for a baby lamb. City kids are easily fooled!