After four weekends in my garden getting it cleaned up and ready for the new season I was naturally inspired to paint flowers. Daisies on Parade are companion paintings, both 20" x 20" on gallery wrapped canvas. They also look fabulous on other home decor products.

And, of course they make adorable tote bags for the beach, picnics and just running errands.

Perhaps you're ready to make a change in your powder room with the new season. Did you know my artwork can also be reproduced on shower curtains?

“If you ask me what my favorite flower is,
I will answer daisies.

You will say that they are simple and boring,
and i will say that i love them because of that.

Because nothing in this world is simple anymore.”

— Ludmilla Marie Andersen

And, here are a couple pics from my garden now that it is once again presentable. Would love to have you all over for a garden party.

Thanks again friends for taking time to visit with me. I hope you have enjoyed this post and a little glimpse into my garden which inspired these new paintings. Wishing you all a wonderful weekend to come.

Blessings, Mary

I've had a fascination with hummingbirds since my first visit to New Mexico decades ago. City life in Florida doesn't afford much opportunity to see these glorious, beautiful creatures. I was blessed about a year ago with a hummer sighting in my back garden. The visit lasted only a couple days, no doubt on his migration back to parts unknown. But in the 40 years I've lived in my Florida home, this was the first time I'd ever seen a hummingbird in my garden. You can't imagine my excitement!

The above photo is not great as I was using my cell phone and zooming in from my about 25 feet away so I wouldn't scare the little guy. He was snacking from my Fire Spike plant. He came to visit the garden in the mornings and I was so lucky to get this shot.

Click this photo for  more details on this fluffy, comfy pillow.  Available in several sizes. — Click this photo for more details on this fluffy, comfy pillow. Available in several sizes.

“Legends say that hummingbirds float free of time, carrying our hopes for love, joy and celebration. Hummingbirds open our eyes to the wonder of the world and inspire us to open our hearts to loved ones and friends. Like a hummingbird, we aspire to hover and to savor each moment as it passes, embrace all that life has to offer and to celebrate the joy of everyday. The hummingbird’s delicate grace reminds us that life is rich, beauty is everywhere, every personal connection has meaning and that laughter is life’s sweetest creation.”

— unknown source

Thanks so much for taking time to visit me friends. I welcome your comments so please feel free to post one. If you are lucky enough to see hummingbirds, remember to savor the moment and celebrate life.

Wishing you many blessings ~~ Mary