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Project 366 Weeks 13 & 14

The 366 Photo Challenge 2016

The lilac bushes are becoming filled with buds.  The winter weather made a short comeback, but the plants seem to be bouncing back.  Spring gardening tasks were pushed to the side because of the snow we experienced here in New England.  Instead, I stayed indoors and decided to start some seeds!  They have sprouted, and now I'm enjoying watching them grow stronger each day.  It was relaxing to thumb through some botanical books, and it also took my mind off the bad weather.  All of it melted relatively quickly, and now the better weather is coming back.  The animals are doing great, and eggs are being laid.  Overall, it’s starting to feel like spring has officially sprung.  Come take a look at my photo a day challenge so far this month!

Day 092 | 366 {bokeh}

Bokeh

Starting to see some life/wick on the lilac bushes. Happy to see these plants starting to bloom again. Oh, and if you've ever seen The Secret Garden, you know what I mean by wick!😉

Day 093 | 366 {a dreaded task}

A Dreaded Task

When it comes to spring gardening tasks, raking is probably the most dreaded. Along with picking up tree branches and pruning. Come to think about it, the only fun part is when it's finally clean! Yep definitely the only fun part!

Day 094 | 366 {paper}

Paper

A book full of botanical art to take my mind off of the falling snow outside my window. The Golden Age of Botanical Art by Martyn Rix

Day 095 | 366 {leading lines}

Leading Lines

Elephants at the National Zoo I love how these gentle giants are leaders with a playful cheeky side! They develop strong friendships and take care of one another. We should all emulate these amazing qualities and be like the elephants! 🐘

Day 096 | 366 {joy}

Joy

Leonardo Leopard's Bane from Monrovia Nursery bringing me joy on this cold, snowy day 💛

Day 097 | 366 {triangle}

Triangle

My reward after a long gym session. Just one, or maybe two....😋

Day 098 | 366 {today}

Today

Today was full of downpours and grey skies so I stayed indoors and planted seeds. Here are some soon to be Sweet California Wonder peppers thanks to Handy Helen & Botanical Interests. I see some summer shish kabobs in my future. Ready to watch them grow! 🌱☀️

Day 099 | 366 {sweet tooth}

Sweet Tooth

Sometimes all you need is a warm chocolate chip cookie and a nice tall glass of milk after a long week😊🍪

Day 100 | 366 {a keepsake}

A Keepsake

My grandmothers beautiful ring. As a child I loved how it sparkled and she'd always allow me to wear it for fun. She was such a strong woman. I wear it for strength & to remind me of all the happy memories we shared.

Day 101 | 366 {starts with p}

Starts With P

{P}hoebe my Toulouse goose is in full on nesting mode. Here she is hiding in the hay trailer, keeping her egg nice and toasty.

Day 102 | 366 {the same}

The Same

These are the salt & pepper bantam bosom buddies. On the left is Greta Garbo and on the right is Doris Day. This dynamic duo is convinced they are in fact the same chicken. They are attached at the hip and never leave one another's side.

Day 103 | 366 {three}

Three

Duck, duck, goose! Finn with his lovely ladies.

Day 104 | 366 {what inspires me}

What Inspires Me

New life and growth inspires me to take out my camera and shoot everyday! My spirea bush showing off it's new blooms.

Day 105 | 366 {a self portrait}

A Self Portrait

When your goose lays an egg that is almost as big as your hand!✋Extra watermelon for Phoebe!

Day 106 | 366 {i made this}

I Made This

As a gardener I start to get a strong attachment with the seedlings I grow. Like, yep, totally made those! Then, if something happens to them I feel so much sadder than I do with the plants I just buy at the store. Crazy seed lady? I think so!

My 366 So Far

April Calendar

Is it starting to look more and more like spring where you live?  What are you most excited to see bloom in the garden soon?  You can jump into #thebethadillychallenge any time of the year!  Just visit The Bethadilly Blog and join the email list.  Then, you will receive the monthly prompts in your inbox!  It's a great way to add a little inspiration to your daily photography.  If you want to follow along and see all of my daily pictures, I share on Instagram @thefreckledrose and Flickr. Don't forget to check back here soon to see more updates from my photo a day challenge! 

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Hey! I'm Angie, A millennial living in New England. I enjoy sharing about what I grow right in my own backyard. Here you can learn simple tips to help you grow your own vegetables, herbs and flowers. Stick around and join me for budget friendly ideas, easy DIY projects, fresh recipes and more.

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48 Comments

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    Lisa @ LTTL
    April 24, 2016 at 10:55 pm

    The book shot is beautiful.

    Holy moly that egg is huge. I have never had a goose egg.

    Lisa @ LTTL

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    Judith@Lavender Cottage
    April 21, 2016 at 8:13 pm

    That really is a big egg! I love the calendar mosaic, very cleverly done.

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    Merlinda Little ( @pixiedusk)
    April 21, 2016 at 9:17 am

    Love all the photos but my fave is the kisses! My son calls them mountain and I can them poo =P

    #mysundayphoto

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    DeniseinVA
    April 20, 2016 at 1:32 pm

    A great selection of photos, great subjects. Love that egg in the hand, love them all truly. Thank you for sharing your post with Today’s Flowers, appreciate it very much and happy day to you.

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      Thefreckledrose
      May 1, 2016 at 7:05 pm

      Thanks so much Denise! Always happy to link up 🙂

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    image-in-ing: weekly photo linky
    April 19, 2016 at 3:51 pm

    Such an interesting photographic potpourri!
    Thank you for sharing at http://image-in-ing.blogspot.com/2016/04/stop-looking-at-me.html

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    Madi
    April 19, 2016 at 9:16 am

    great pics, can’t wait to see the rest of the series! http://www.corner52.com

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    Christine
    April 19, 2016 at 8:58 am

    Beautiful pictures as always! I cannot believe the size of that goose egg! Holy bleep! lol Thanks so much for joining the Dishing It & Digging It Link Party.

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      Thefreckledrose
      May 1, 2016 at 7:04 pm

      Thanks Christine! I know, I call them Godzilla eggs 🙂

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    sherry M
    April 19, 2016 at 8:28 am

    so many lovely things here. the yellow flowers are just beautiful and bright and cheery.

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    Samantha
    April 19, 2016 at 7:57 am

    It is definitely looking more like spring here! One day the trees were all brown, the next there were a few buds, and all of a sudden everything is green and gorgeous! I love your photos!

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      Thefreckledrose
      May 1, 2016 at 7:02 pm

      Thanks Samantha! So happy everything is finally start to turn green 🙂

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