Springtime in Mississippi
Of course, it's not really springtime in Mississippi, but try telling that to the flowers! I'll be posting a new recipe soon, but in the meantime, I thought you might enjoy a look at the local color.
This is one of my "Katrina survivor" spider lilies. After the hurricane, huge pine trees littered my parents' yard, and I went down to help with the clean-up. We found lots of bulbs right underneath one of the massive trunks, and I took a few home with me and planted them in my back yard. Not all of them survived, but a few sprang up the next year and continue to bloom every fall.
My father developed this azalea, which he named Southern Summer Rose. It's supposed to bloom twice, in the summer and winter, but I find that it blooms at various times throughout the year.
This hibiscus was a gift from a neighbor. The neighbor has since moved, but the hibiscus keeps going.
Finally our bougainvillea is blooming! We had a hot, dry summer, and it just never bloomed. Now that our days are cooler and we're getting some rain, it's decided it's safe to show some color.
It was such a beautiful day today that we ate lunch on a blanket in the grass. Jazzy was happy that her humans were spending more time outside for a change.
Thanks to everyone who left comments on my last post. I appreciate all of your concern. Things are looking up around here, and as you can see, I decided to literally stop and smell the roses. (Darn--I forgot to get a photo of the rose!)
This is one of my "Katrina survivor" spider lilies. After the hurricane, huge pine trees littered my parents' yard, and I went down to help with the clean-up. We found lots of bulbs right underneath one of the massive trunks, and I took a few home with me and planted them in my back yard. Not all of them survived, but a few sprang up the next year and continue to bloom every fall.
My father developed this azalea, which he named Southern Summer Rose. It's supposed to bloom twice, in the summer and winter, but I find that it blooms at various times throughout the year.
This hibiscus was a gift from a neighbor. The neighbor has since moved, but the hibiscus keeps going.
Finally our bougainvillea is blooming! We had a hot, dry summer, and it just never bloomed. Now that our days are cooler and we're getting some rain, it's decided it's safe to show some color.
It was such a beautiful day today that we ate lunch on a blanket in the grass. Jazzy was happy that her humans were spending more time outside for a change.
Thanks to everyone who left comments on my last post. I appreciate all of your concern. Things are looking up around here, and as you can see, I decided to literally stop and smell the roses. (Darn--I forgot to get a photo of the rose!)
posted by SusanV at 2:34 PM
12 Comments:
hoorah for mississippi flora!
i'm a mississippi native, born & bred. I live in DC now, but the longer I'm away, the more I miss it. PS. It's so amazing how you've managed to be vegan in Mississippi. I've been trying to get my mom & her husband (who live in Tupelo), to integrate more vegan recipes into their diet. For a while, they resisted with the excuse that "You're in DC -- it's easy for you!" and then I showed them your website. They've started to catch on. And like it! Thanks so much!
Hi, Susan. As a vegetarian, transitioning to vegan, I have to say that your recipes sound delicious and the Gold Rush Chili is delicious; I made it today. Your camera takes wonderful photos. I've been looking at the Olympus E510, as I wanted the versatility of an SLR without having to buy film. However, as I'm not working for National Geographic and as the Canon does exactly what I've been looking for without the higher price tag, I'm going to investigate it. Thanks for a great site.
Susan, the pictures of hibiscus and bougainvillea made me so happy! These are the flowers that I grew up with in India, and have missed seeing them for many years in NY. Your pictures capture the glorious colors of these flowers perfectly. Thank you for making my day.
Your photography just kills me. You are a photographic genius. Some day, I will ask you to give me some pointers.
Jazzy has an infectious smile.
Nice to see all the colorful flowers at a time when the leaves here are just starting to put on their autumn coats.
Awesome photos!! :)
What absolutely beautiful photos.
I found your blog to be full of really interesting food ideas.
www.only-cookware.com
Lovely, lovely photos, Susan! I could look at flowers (in life or in photos) all day long.
Just beautiful! I recently found your blog and not only is it wonderful, I'm pleased to see a Mississippian as a vegan! My family being from your area (maiden name is Magee:-), I am the oddball in a family full of bacon/cornbread/ham eaters:-)
I've just moved from D.C. area to Leland, Mississippi (hey emily b!) and your site is such a breath of fresh air. And now you've posted shots of these beautiful flowers that are popping up all over my yard and neighborhood. It's so good to know there's a kindred heart out there! Thanks for your efforts!
All of these flowers remind me of Brisbane (here in Australia). The bougainvillea just about grow wild there and the hibiscus are just as prolific. The joys of a sub-tropical environment. That's about the only joy though - I find it way too hot and humid.
Hi Susan, I stumbled on your pictures when I was looking for a picture of a Spider Lily. I live just North of Houston in Conroe Texas. We see these lovely flowers at our house too. I have a blog with a slide show of some of our lovely flowers. HibbardFammilyNews.blogspot.com
My camera is not working, so I'd like to borrow your picture...it's WONDERFUL! I will post on my slide show, but please let me know if you have a problem with this. I will credit your blog.
I'll also put a link to your blog, you look like a recipe lover like me. I have a recipe blog as well. AnniesFavoriteRecipes.blogspot.com
Have a fantastic day!!
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