Spring Green

 It's been raining here for days. We rarely have this type of weather, only in the spring. It is such a beautiful day that I thought I would share it with you. Grab your puddle boots, and let's take a walk around the yard..............

 There is actually a little town in Wisconsin called Spring Green. It's green there in the spring. Who knew? The most amazing thing in our yard, is the moss. We rarely have moss in Wisconsin. I love the way it looks on the trees. I wish it would stay forever.

 Even the lilac bushes are covered with moss. Beautiful.

 Things are beginning to grow. My rhubarb is popping out of the ground.

  Our little bird house has had some visitors. We are looking for some permanent tenants. 

We are in the process of planting my son's succulent birdhouse. More plants are needed, but it's coming along. Perhaps I forgot to tell you that we have this thing for birds. Remember our Re-purposed Christmas Tree? We love attracting birds to our yard.

We are still waiting for the humming birds to come back. I bought this great humming bird feeder from Hobby Lobby. It's a blue mason jar. I love it! Hopefully the humming birds will too. Do they like blue? Hope so!

I brought my Topiary Bunny outside to soak in the rain. He looks very happy out here don't you think?

 It was such a beautiful day, I even ate my Vegetable Beef Soup out on the deck so I could drink in the scenery.

I can't wait to plant in this awesome pink watering can that I found in the trash. Can you believe it? In the trash! Today is spring cleaning day for our little town. You can officially throw out anything you want and the city will pick it up in the trash removal tomorrow. I can't wait to hit the streets and look for more treasures after dark! If you see a brunette lurking near your trash after dusk, no worries, it's just me!

 You'll have to tune in tomorrow to see what I am up to with this foam mannequin head!

Hope you enjoyed the garden tour!

See you tomorrow!

By the way, my Inspirational Notebooks are being featured today over at Imparting Grace! Thanks Richella! Hop on over and check it out!

Designer Mom

P.S. Here's my easy Vegetable Beef Soup Recipe:

1 chopped onion

2 tsp. chopped garlic

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 cup sliced carrots

1 1/2 cups diced potatoes

1 1/2 cups frozen green beans in 1" pieces

1 large can diced tomatoes

6 cups water

2 Tablespoons Beef Soup Base

Leftover pot roast, shredded along with gravy, drippings and any leftover vegetables

2 bay leaves

Salt and Pepper to taste

Heat the oil in the bottom of a large stock pot. Add the onions and garlic. Saute about 5 minutes. Add the water and beef soup base. 

Bring to a boil.

Add the carrots, potatoes, beans, tomatoes, leftover roast and seasonings. Simmer 15-20 until all vegetables are tender. Serves 12.

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