Rose and Daisy in their run
I always think of February as the month of ‘red hearts’. 🙂 O.K., maybe it has become somewhat commercialized, but I still see it as ‘the month of love’ for giving Valentine’s cards, maybe a small gift, but definitely showing appreciation for those we love.
January was a really busy month in our household. Holy Cow it has been crazy! Honestly, the schedule isn’t really slowing down much this month either. Thankfully, my husband and I are still able to manage a teeny, tiny bit of ‘down time’ to recharge, every once in a while. I’d be lost without that. We all would be! It is so much better for everyone, when we can recharge. I’m especially thankful because my husband makes it a priority that we both get the time we need to keep the work/life/family balance.
My kids are growing up – 21, 19, and 15 years old – so I really appreciate whenever I get to spend time with them. They are so different from each other! It is a joy to watch them grow into the wonderful people that they are. Those everyday moments can be quite special.
It seems we are too frequently reminded of how fleeting life can be. There are, sadly, no guarantees. It really is important to make the most of every day and to be the best version of ourselves. (That’s not always easy, but it is always worth it.)
I hope you are surrounded by the people you love, and who love you right back.
In Peace,
Dana
Winter sunshine hellebore (in January)
My three top performing hellebore plants are shown in this post: Winter Sunshine, Frilly Isabelle, and Double Ellen Red.
Winter Sunshine hellebore in full bloom
We have just a couple of rose flowers in the garden – at the very end of their lives.
Ancient Mariner David Austin Rose
James Austin rose (from David Austin)
Double Ellen Red Hellebore
Hellebore Double Ellen Red
I enjoy taking pictures in the fog…
Nootka Cypress tree on a foggy morning
Frilly Isabelle Hellebore
Frilly Isabelle Hellebore
Frilly Isabelle Hellebore
The ornamental grass, in the beautiful sunshine, is laden with raindrops
Mom in the Garden 
Gorgeous photos!
Thanks so much, Becky! and thanks for stopping by 🙂
What a rich and lovely post! And you have flowers blooming! What state or region are you in? I am feeling a tad envious up here in Ontario.
Hi Cynthia, I live in County Louth, in Ireland. Our winters tend to be mild. Actually, the entire year is mild – so no extreme heat and no extreme cold. There are trade offs, but I do love having flowers in the winter! Thank you for your kind comment 🙂
Wow. It’s in the south, then?