Wednesday, May 20, 2015

The Last Lilac Season


Hello friends...
Thought you might like a peek at our lovely lilacs
 as this is our last spring here in the Hudson River Valley.


Once again, these faithful lilacs bring back happy memories,
 especially of my Mom and Nana.


We have transplanted some shoots up to the lake house and
 hopefully will be able to enjoy these family blooms for many years
 to come in the Adirondacks.

 Lilacs do well there as they love the cool mountain weather.



Doesn't my antique bee skep look even more fantastic
 adorned with these lovely lilacs?

Wishing you all a beautiful season
 of pretty blossoms and fun flea markets!

I am off on an exciting adventure with my Dad, sister and brother in law. We are headed to Paris tomorrow for a few days, and then will cruise on the Seine to Normandy. It is Dad's 88th birthday!

...I know, unbelievably lucky!
...feeling blessed and very grateful.
:)
Will take photos! 
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20 comments:

  1. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageMay 20, 2015 at 10:12 PM

    Beautiful! We have mysteriously lost all our lilac bushes. Yours look just wonderful with the bee skep. Bon Voyage! What a wonderful time to be in Paris.

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  2. ℳartina @ Northern NestingMay 20, 2015 at 10:27 PM

    GORGEOUS photos!! Enjoy that fabulous trip!!

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  3. Simple HomeMay 21, 2015 at 12:10 AM

    I love lilacs, and your's are beautiful. Enjoy Paris!

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  4. UnknownMay 21, 2015 at 2:24 AM

    Enjoy and have Fun Laura!!! lucky you!!! enjoy Paris!!

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  5. Lori from Notforgotten FarmMay 21, 2015 at 8:22 AM

    So happy to see you posting again! I (Im)patiently watch for your posts daily :) Your lilacs are beautiful ~ we lost ours here in VA too ~ cicada & extreme cold temps past two yrs did them in ~ Have a fabulous time in Paris, and pass along a birthday hug to your dear Dad!
    Lori from Notforgotten Farm

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  6. Susan McShannon-MonteithMay 21, 2015 at 9:00 AM

    Hi Laura,
    Did I miss something... are you moving?
    The lilacs are beautiful.
    The trip of a lifetime and with that handsome fellow your Dad. Have a great trip!
    Susan x

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  7. AriadneMay 21, 2015 at 9:05 AM

    Have a great time in Paris!Hope you will blog about it but I also follow you on Instagram.AriadnefromGreece!

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  8. It's meMay 21, 2015 at 11:41 AM

    Beautiful...!!,!...enjoy the trip Darling live Ria...x.!

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  9. Sussi.SussinghurstMay 21, 2015 at 2:59 PM

    Have a wonderful voyage

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  10. www.MaisonStGermain.comMay 21, 2015 at 4:28 PM

    Yay!!! You're back. Gosh I've missed your lovely posts. This one is so pretty. Have a fabulous time in Paris!!!! Can't wait to see pics and hear all about it:)
    ~Debra xxx
    capers of the vintage vixens

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  11. SarahMay 21, 2015 at 5:04 PM

    Laura, you are indeed blessed. How nice that you and your siblings and father will celebrate together with a fabulous trip. All the best and safe journey. Happy Birthday to your dad!
    The lilacs are stunning. Wish we could grow them here in TX, but just too hot. Transplanting them at the lake is a good idea. It's nice to keep "family" plants alive as one moves to a new home. I wish I had thought to do that when my mom sold our childhood home. She was an avid gardener, but the new family that purchased her home didn't care for her garden. Now it is all lost. ;-(
    I know you will have a fabulous trip. Paris, my favorite destination!

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  12. JuneMay 21, 2015 at 11:03 PM

    Beautiful lilacs Laura! They are going to love the mountain weather. One of the most adaptive plant ever...and the most beautiful in form and scent too!
    Have a wonderful trip my dear.
    hugs from here...

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  13. AnnetteMay 22, 2015 at 10:46 AM

    The lilacs are just lovely, Laura. Are you moving? I may have missed that! Happy birthday to your Dad. 88!! WOW. Have a wonderful trip and a safe one, too. Anxious to see the pictures.

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  14. Tante MaliMay 22, 2015 at 2:45 PM

    Lilac is so wonderful and I love the smell. Your decorations are fantastic!!! You do have a great taste and two right hands for it!
    All my best
    Elisabeth

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  15. Marguerite (Tina) Smith HartJune 2, 2015 at 11:32 AM

    Happy Birthday to your Dad Laura and many more!!! Love the Lilacs! Here in Plattsburgh New York mine were blooming and looked so good and then came the endless rain and they have bit the dust so to speak...:(

    Tina xo

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  16. Linda @ Itsy Bits And PiecesJune 9, 2015 at 10:50 PM

    I missed this lovely post...I hope you are having a wonderfully special time in France!

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  17. last2-cuJune 12, 2015 at 2:01 PM

    Can't wait for your next post!!! Hope your summer is going wonderfully and your taking LOTS of pictures!!!

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  18. UnknownJune 27, 2015 at 9:43 PM

    I just love the lilacs... aren't they beautiful. I'm new to your site and it is beautiful.

    Kind regards,
    Sandra

    myadelaidehome.blogspot.com

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  19. joyh82July 27, 2015 at 3:00 PM

    Beautiful flowers, love lilacs! Just found your blog, new follower.
    Joy @ Books and Life

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  20. LBDMay 17, 2016 at 7:30 AM

    Beautiful! I live in south Florida and really miss the gorgeous foliage of New England, these are lovely!

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