Begonia Wisdom - Missoula, Montana

“The begonia is an amazing plant... it just keeps going along and blooming, and when cut back, it starts up again.”   -Gladys Taber (1899-1980) 

(Blooming begonia found at Missoula's marvelous Marchie's Nursery!)

Red Poppies - Bud and Bloom, Hamilton, Montana

“The most wasted of all days is one without laughter. “ - e.e. cummings

On this Memorial Day in the United States, I offer a sincere thank you to all serving in our Armed Forces for guarding our freedom, without which laughter is scarce.

Red Poppies Bud In Process, Hamilton, Montana

Pulling into the alley a few days ago, I couldn't help but notice that my neighbor's poppies are blooming again. (I just didn't take 97 photos this year....).