the ranch

Don's been going to the ranch on weekends without me, but he brought back this photo to remind me how beautiful it is there this time of year.

how to be alone

I really like this. Thought I'd share it with you.

dandelions

morels

Don went turkey hunting again this past weekend. No turkey but he did find morel mushrooms. He found them a bit later this year than he normally does. In fact he thinks the cattle out in the pastures are enjoying them too. Fortunately they left a few for us.









The extra mushrooms he put in the dehydrator to dry.

Alex graduates.

Today my nephew, Alex, graduates from high school. Last evening his parents, Dale & Colleen, hosted a party for him in their backyard. I got to visit with Alex a few minutes about his future plans. He is always so polite & easy to talk to. And he let me take a picture of him with his folks . . .



. . . and his grandfather (my Dad).



I made a pit stop into the house & found Lola & Chelsey visiting in the kitchen. Jacey (Alex's niece) was busy teething on a plastic cup.









And Lola's daughter, DeLaina, appeared to be teething on Chelsey's sweater.



Congratulations, Alex!

waking up the beds

This morning I volunteered to help plant annuals at the Sunken Gardens here in Lincoln. It was my first time helping out & it was very enjoyable despite the chilly weather. Lots of volunteers made short work of the job to be done. The theme this year is "somewhere over the rainbow". Time (and warmer, sunnier weather) will unfold the rainbow of colors.











Yesterday, Don finally got our own garden planted. A later start than we've had in years past.

morning coffee

This past Mother's Day morning while my son slept in & my husband hunted for turkeys, I visited my niece, Angie, who works her weekends at Scooters. The idea to photograph her at work originated with my aunt, Elaine (thanks, Elaine!). It is a great coffee house with a drive through. Doggie treats sit by the window. Angie works with Kathryn most weekends. They are friends & have good chemistry working together. Angie gave me a sample of espresso & softened it with a pillow of whipped cream. The hint of chocolate was the best. I found this place to be a relaxing haven where there are books on the counter to read & an ambiance that encourages you to daydream (see last photo).































































And tipping the barista is always welcome!