Here's one simple In a Vase on Monday post I managed to put together yesterday.
My yellow Leucospermums are still relatively abundant
Back view
Overhead view
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| Clockwise from the upper left: Abelia 'Kaleidoscope', Agonis flexuosa 'Nana', Alstroemeria 'Indian Summer', Leonotis leonurus, and Leucospermum 'High Gold' |
Arrangement in place
I look forward to joining Cathy at Rambling in the Garden and the rest of the IAVOM crowd sharing a post now and again.
All material © 2012-2026 by Kris Peterson for Late to the Garden Party
Kris! I'm so happy you were able to be in the garden again to gather this gorgeous display. All the healing thoughts to you. You've been very missed.
ReplyDeleteThanks Tracy! I've missed everyone.
DeleteWelcome back - you were definatley missed!
ReplyDeleteThanks! I hope to "see" more of everyone in the future.
DeleteNow that is one stunner of a vase. And so glad to see you back. Treat yourself well and take the time you need. I am sending much healing energy and love to you my friend.
ReplyDeleteThanks Donna. I need all the healing energy I can get! It's still a rough road.
DeleteBentornata. Non vedevo l'ora
ReplyDeleteThank you Lisa!
DeleteIt's nice to see you back on the blog.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad to be back, Jeanette. I hope to be present more often, if not perhaps as frequently as in the past.
DeleteBeautiful arrangement Kris, and it was fantastic to see your blog name pop up this morning. Best of all, this means you've been out in your garden, a healing place for sure... now don't over do it!
ReplyDeleteI'm pacing myself, Loree - I still don't have much choice at this point. It's "interesting" what a brief blip in one's brain can do.
DeleteThis post made my day! Gathering flowers again says it all. I've often thought this past year how the gardens we've had such fun making become incredibly important in times of our need -- and I know your garden is speeding along your recovery.
ReplyDeleteI missed a surprising number of flowers this spring but part of that had to do with that nasty heatwave we experienced in early March when I was stuck in rehab, Denise ;) I'm working to get my dahlia bulbs in gear now!
DeleteOh this is gloriously cheery and sunny, Kris , and must be a joy to have in person to admire close up. I am so pleased you are able to enjoy some aspects of your garden again, but I imagine it is slow going. My love and best wishes to you
ReplyDeleteThanks Cathy! It is indeed slow going. I keep hoping that the switch will turn back on at full power at some point but I'm not sure that's how I can expect things to work...
DeleteGreat to see you back, Kris and cheers to your ongoing recovery. The vase is beautiful, I love the happy colors and covet all of it - if only the humidity would go away! Ame.lia.
ReplyDeleteThanks Ame. The weather's been weird here too - a major heatwave in March, then rain in late April (if not a lot of it).
DeleteSo pleased you are feeling up to making arrangements, this one is fabulous, what amazing blooms. Hope you continue to make progress, Love x
ReplyDeleteSmall steps forward, if also the occasional ones backward, Noelle. But the progress is generally good. I do get impatient, though ;)
DeleteSo nice to see you back to posting, Kris. You have been in my thoughts all these weeks! Hope you are well on your way to full recovery. 💕 Take care. Eliza
ReplyDeleteIt's going to be awhile before I'm fully back, Eliza, but I'm still hoping to get there eventually. Fingers crossed!
DeleteLovely to see a post from you Kris! I've missed your flowers and also your insight into current affairs in the news. Best not to dwell on the latter at the moment though as it won't be good for you! Beautiful glowing colours in your vase. Just being out in the garden and enjoying your flowers must be helping your recovery. Take care xxx
ReplyDeleteIt IS great to be back in my garden again, Anna! Like me the garden also needs a LOT of work ;)
DeleteI knew one of those Mondays I'll see a vase celebrating your re-entry to the blogosphere: its wonderful to have you back, Kris.
ReplyDeleteI'm partial to the overhead view today where the 'orange' practically glows. Plus I'm a fan of Leonotis leonurus. Lovely return to the IAVOM!
Chavli
Thanks Chavli! Both my brain and my garden still require considerable work but hopefully we'll both get there eventually. Small steps to start!
DeleteFirst of all, I'm so glad you're on the mend. I missed you, Kris, and it's a joy to see your beautiful arrangements again. And it's hard to beat the colors, structure, and artful arrangement you're sharing here today. As always, it's fabulous. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteThanks Beth. I've missed everyone too!
DeleteAbsolutely exquisite and tremendously wonderful in more ways than I could imagine. I love you with all my heart.
ReplyDeleteThanks baby bro!
DeleteThe flowers are vibrant and strong. Sending loving wishes for you to feel vibrant and strong and healthy. Wonderful to know you’re better.
ReplyDeleteSusie@pbmGarden
DeleteIt's one step at a time still, Susie, but I'm trusting that I'll get there eventually. I certainly got taken by surprise with this bump in the road!
DeleteSo good to have you back Kris! Your Leucospermum is as splendid as ever! Keep on getting better, day by day, and enjoy the garden without worrying about it too much. Hugs! 🤗
ReplyDeleteI'm working at keeping things in better balance, Cathy. Patience isn't one of my primary virtues ;)
DeleteGlad to hear you are on the mend Kris. We are all cheering you on (and it looks like your garden is too!). Best wishes from Australia.
ReplyDeleteElly
Thanks for the good wishes, Elly. I can use all that good cheer!
DeleteI was so happy to see your name on my update list!
ReplyDeleteThanks Phillip!
DeleteChe bello risentirti! Ero preoccupato ma sono felice di sapere che stai bene! Bella la composizione, soprattutto l'Indian Summer che quest'anno credo di aver perso. Per fortuna la pianta madre è ancora enorme nel vecchio giardino.
ReplyDeleteUn caro saluto e a risentirci presto!
Thanks Gabriel! I was caught off guard by a stroke and ended up in the hospital. I'm slowly getting life back together.
DeleteYou have been dearly missed and much thought of.
ReplyDeleteThank you!
DeleteWelcome back Kris and I'm glad things are improving. As you can see by the outpouring of comments you were missed.
ReplyDeleteThanks Elaine :)
DeleteI am so happy to see you posting again! Was Meeko happy to see you? As you say, step by step, as long as the majority of them are in the right direction. I could swear I saw science articles about how gardens and cat purrs are healing.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful vase! I just recently got a carpet cleaning and have been looking for something else to make my living room feel more beautiful. I think I need a vase of flowers like this. Thanks so much for sharing.
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