The Traveling Lilac Bush

It all started twenty some years ago...

I purchased my first home over twenty years ago.

In the yard was the most beautiful, big, fragrant white lilac bush.  

A start of that lilac bush has traveled with me throughout the years.

I have planted, nurtured, and watched a piece of that original lilac bush grow many times over.  

This is my fourth property to have a start of that lilac planted.

Starts have also been given to friends and family throughout the years.

Its growth and beauty never fail.

This picture is from my parent's property.

This beauty had humble beginnings...

It was just a start, many years ago.

We have been having quite a mix of weather this winter...

Frigid cold with snow.
Ice and sleet storms.

Chilly rain with high winds.

Warm, Spring like temperatures.
Only to be followed by cold again.

This tender start is just 1 1/2 years old.

She is excited, yet confused...

She has started to bud.

I had a little talk with her, explaining that she needed to continue to rest for a couple more months.

She doesn't need to be budding yet...it's not time.

I blew her a kiss and told her that I would welcome her with open arms in the Spring.

I hope she takes my advice to rest a little while longer.