Riding the waves of low motivation...

And sending you a Spring bouquet.🌷

Apr 04, 2025

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Hello Friends. I am going through something - not sure exactly what it is. It’s not any sort of creative or writer’s block because I have lots of ideas. But I just can’t seem to make myself sit down and do anything with them no matter how hard I push myself. I think it’s a mix of tiredness/lack of motivation with a hint of perfectionism and fear of letting you - my dear readers - down. Or maybe it’s just because it’s warmer and my garden is beckoning!

Whatever it is, I’ve decided to stop fighting it and just go with the flow. So instead of my usual post, I’m going to share what’s lighting me up at the moment (thanks for the idea

Lauren Barber

) - the beauty and glory of Spring. To me it’s the most magical, delightful, wondrous time of the year!!! The flowers start blooming, the trees fill with buds ready to burst open, the birds come back and this year we have two wild rabbits in our yard - so exciting! I will share photos of these soon.

But for now, here are some photos I took today from a visit to the Queens County Farm Museum, in search of seeds I can directly sow in the garden. It was so much fun! Hope you enjoy them and feel the wonder of Spring!

A close-up of three bright yellow flowers with layered petals and clustered centers, surrounded by broad, textured green leaves. One flower bud is visible in the upper left corner, hinting at new growth amid the lush foliage.A close-up view of small, delicate blue flowers with white centers and faint purple stripes, scattered among bright green leaves and blades of grass. The scene is fresh and vibrant, capturing the texture and color of spring ground cover.A cluster of small, bright yellow wildflowers with rounded petals rising on slender green stems, surrounded by dense green foliage and broad, veined leaves. The flowers are scattered across the frame, creating a cheerful, natural carpet of spring growth. — Marsh Marigold (yellow) and Birdeye Speedwell (blue)

Here are some adorable beings I got to spend a little time with.

A white alpaca lying flat on the grass with its head resting on the ground, eyes half-closed, and legs tucked beneath its body. The alpaca appears relaxed or possibly tired, with patches of dirt on its fleece, set against a green grassy background. — A good reminder to chill out and rest!

A fluffy brown sheep with a dense, curly wool coat and a distinctive black-and-white face stands on dry straw-covered ground, looking directly at the camera. Its ears are slightly tilted back, giving it a calm but mildly curious expression. — So curious!

The fragrance around this Magnolia tree was amazing!

A vibrant cluster of blooming magnolia flowers in varying shades of pink and white, densely covering twisting branches. The petals are large and curved, with deep pink centers fading to pale edges. The image captures the fullness of the tree in bloom, creating a lush, almost surreal spring canopy.A dramatic upward view of a magnolia tree in full bloom, its branches dense with pink blossoms silhouetted against a cloudy sky. The sun appears as a glowing white orb in the upper right, partially veiled by the overcast, creating a moody, ethereal atmosphere.A close-up of a blooming magnolia flower with soft pink and white petals gently unfolding to reveal a reddish-pink center. The delicate veining on the petals adds texture, and blurred buds and branches in the background suggest the fullness of spring in bloom.

A cluster of blooming daffodils with pale yellow-white petals and vivid trumpet-shaped centers, some deep orange and others soft yellow. The flowers are framed by tall green leaves and set against a rustic wooden background, evoking a classic springtime scene. — Are you smiling yet?

And lastly, here are some of the seeds I’ll be planting after I post this. Hopefully it’s not too early and they’ll do well!

A colorful assortment of seed packets arranged on a wooden surface. The packets display vivid illustrations of various flowers and vegetables, including zinnias, tri-color beans, wild arugula, beets, spinach, broccolini, carrots, milkweed, radicchio, pansies, and radishes. Three simple brown kraft packets labeled “Spinach,” “Broccolini,” and “Carrots” are centered among the more decorative Hudson Valley Seed Company packs on either side.

Thank you so much for reading/listening. As always, please remember to be kind and gentle with yourself. And look for the tiny little wonders wherever you live.💕

A minimalist black-and-white line drawing of a delicate floral sprig with three small daisy-like flowers and thin, leafy stems. The illustration is centered on a transparent background, giving it a light, airy feel.

Riding the waves of low motivation...

And sending you a Spring bouquet.🌷

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