April 6, 2008

Spring Fluffing and Azaleas In Bloom

Melissa at The Inspired Room is hosting a "Spring Fluffing"....the way I understand it is anything that reflects spring around your house, indoors or out, is your way of welcoming spring. Go to Melissa's blog and link your blog after you post your pics.


Let the "fluffing" begin!

This is from the back of my garden "gate" by the side of my house

Azaleas in full bloom!
Little flute playing boy (actually it is a sprinkler!) sits beneath a crepe myrtle tree
Garden bench (in need of a fresh coat of paint) nestled among the azaleas

"Four seasons" statue at home in the front flower bed





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31 comments:

  1. Melissa @ The Inspired RoomApril 6, 2008 at 4:31 PM

    This is an amazing post, your garden and yard is stunning! I love it! And that flute boy is a sprinkler? How cute is that!

    Beautiful place to welcome spring!

    xo
    Melissa

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  2. Rhoda @ Southern HospitalityApril 6, 2008 at 5:28 PM

    Hi, Judy! Well, look at you girl...you got a new banner! Looks great. And I love your yard too, just beautiful. I'm playing catch-up from being out of town.

    xo,
    Rhoda

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  3. Free Art PrintablesApril 6, 2008 at 6:54 PM

    amazing spring pictures!

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  4. Mrs. BApril 6, 2008 at 9:23 PM

    Your azaleas are gorgeous. I've never visited your blog before, but I'm glad that I've found you now. It looks like you have great ideas. Love those plates you did with the rub on transfers. I'll have to come out and look around more! Oh, and I'm a little rooster crazy so I'll have to go see what that rooster parade is all about.

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  5. Cena @ Unexpected NecessitiesApril 7, 2008 at 1:45 PM

    Love your gate!! It's so French Country!

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  6. Cottage DreamingApril 7, 2008 at 4:36 PM

    Judy, Your gate is just beautiful. The flowers are amazing. What a magical place to sit and enjoy the spring. Thank you for the inspiration.
    Heather

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  7. Scooterblu's Whimsy~RhondaApril 7, 2008 at 8:26 PM

    New blogger just checking out your site and I have so enjoyed my visit! You have so many beautiful things and have created some amazing vignettes! Hope you don't mind that I am adding you to my favorites, so I can visit again! Rhonda :)

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  8. Nonnas NewsApril 8, 2008 at 3:37 AM

    Just beautiful!!! Spring has definitely arrived at your house!!

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  9. Scooterblu's Whimsy~RhondaApril 8, 2008 at 6:10 AM

    Oops..Judy, I left you a new message on your next post...Rhonda :)

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  10. Cottage DreamingApril 8, 2008 at 7:46 AM

    Judy, I hope you enjoyed Matilda's Mouse. I sure do. Your beautiful garden is such a pleasure to see again this morning. I wish I could have a cup of coffee on your bench. I forgot to mention yesterday that your new banner is terrific. Have a great day.
    Heather

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  11. VeeApril 8, 2008 at 8:12 AM

    What a beautiful garden! I think I'll just sit a spell on the bench amongst the azaleas!

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  12. DeseraeApril 8, 2008 at 9:04 AM

    Your Azaleas are absolutely stunning! What a gorgeous garden you have :o)
    ~Des

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  13. RueApril 8, 2008 at 9:04 AM

    Hi there :)

    I keep seeing you on my favorite blogs and I finally had time to click on your name. Beautiful yard! I would love to participate in this, but sadly we don't have any springtime flowers in the yard yet. I'm in Ohio and we just got over having snow about 2 weeks ago. Thank you for giving me a little spring via your blog ;)

    Rue

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  14. Lamp TrampApril 8, 2008 at 12:48 PM

    Oh Judy....so, so beautiful. Isn't Spring the most wonderful thing? It inspires, motivates, and makes us happy to be alive!!!

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  15. KellyApril 9, 2008 at 5:13 AM

    One word...GORGEOUS!!

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  16. VeeApril 9, 2008 at 9:04 AM

    Judy, thank you for your visit to my humble corner of Blogdom. I was pleasantly stunned that you would be interested in putting my little blog on your list. Thank you. I'll add yours to mine as well.

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  17. RueApril 10, 2008 at 8:37 AM

    Hi Judy :)

    "squatting pearl" LOL That's really funny, but I'm kinda corny myself ;)

    I added you to my blog roll too!

    Have a beautiful day,
    rue :)

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  18. PATApril 10, 2008 at 9:09 AM

    That is one of the many reasons why I love the south!! Those glorious Azaleas!

    Pat

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  19. Manuela@A Cultivated NestApril 10, 2008 at 10:28 AM

    Spring time in the South is the best! Can't beat beautiful Azaleas for pretty color. Very pretty garden!

    Manuela

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  20. HeatherApril 10, 2008 at 11:31 AM

    I love your yard! That gate is beautiful.

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  21. PicketApril 13, 2008 at 3:14 PM

    Ohhhh girl I am sitting here drooling over your gorgeous flowers!!! Ohhh I do so love azaleas and you have such a beautiful yard...thank you so much for the sweet encouragement..I don't know how to add blogs to my site yet..I don't know much of anything yet..When I discovered how to make the pictures I sat at the computer and cried like a baby..it was so overwhelming and then to finally figure it out...I was so happy I just cried...I know the lord must think I am the weirdest thing!!! lol lol I would appreciate any help and advice..you are so sweet to offer! Have a great evening and thanks again!

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  22. Southern LadyApril 24, 2008 at 6:19 PM

    Hi, Judy ... Just a note to let you know I enjoyed visiting your blog. Being a southern girl from Mississippi, the name caught my attention and it seems to be very appropriate.

    There's nothing more southern than azaleas in full bloom and yours are gorgeous.

    I'm new at this blogging thing and would appreciate you checking mine out when you have time. It's called "Southern Lagniappe," and here's the link ... http://southernlagniappe.blogspot.com/

    I've put yours in "My Favorite Places" and will come back and visit again soon.

    Sincerely,

    Janie

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  23. CharlotteJanuary 21, 2009 at 9:26 AM

    Love your garden. Love your gate. Love everything in your garden. Azaleas are my Hubby's favorite flowers. They are close to the top of my list also.
    Charlotte

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  24. Susan @ A Southern DaydreamerJanuary 21, 2009 at 9:53 AM

    oops I put my comment on today's date (January 21) but here it is again..............

    Welcome to Outdoor Wednesday!
    Beautiful photos of your azaleas from last spring!

    I love the iron gate and all the pinks! I know you are looking forward to them blooming again soon!

    Thanks for sharing your photos and participating in Outdoor Wednesday!

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  25. JeanneJanuary 21, 2009 at 12:59 PM

    Judy, your yard and azaleas are just gorgeous. I think your flute boy and your seasons statue is perfect in your yard. It is hard to believe flute boy is a sprinkler. A beautiful place to visit in the middle of winter.

    Hugs...Jeanne

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  26. The Quintessential MagpieJanuary 21, 2009 at 2:27 PM

    What a lovely garden! Your azaleas are just gorgeous, and I love your statuary. So neat!

    It looks like a wonderful place to dream...

    XO,

    Sheila :-)

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  27. Beth at AuntiesJanuary 21, 2009 at 2:32 PM

    You beautiful yard and gardens were a welcome treat to visit:) I enjoyed visiting your lovely home and gardens.

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  28. KatJanuary 21, 2009 at 5:15 PM

    Your azaleas are amazing! Love your garden gate, and that little sprinkler boy is adorable.

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  29. AnonymousJanuary 21, 2009 at 8:06 PM

    Your azaleas are gorgeous....Have a great week..Katherinllen

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  30. JadehollowMay 7, 2009 at 9:39 AM

    Judy..
    Your azaleas are gorgeous. Dropping by from Rhoda's Garden Party. Thanks for sharing.
    Hugs,
    Debbie

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  31. Sofia StrifflerMay 8, 2009 at 8:10 PM

    Those azaleas are beautiful. Love your gate and statues. Thanks for sharing.

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