Seemingly out of nowhere, spider lilies bloom in Munger Place. Yesterday the bulbs were hidden underneath matted ground cover and thirsty summer grass. Suddenly they make an early morning appearance, randomly scattered, tall and sincere on leafless stems, blooming the instant late summer sunlight sends its subtle message. Surprise lilies are a sure sign that autumn is on the way.
Had I known the time was at hand, I would have watched them grow through the night.
Mother Nature’s nonchalant, often unrecognized message is bittersweet. The end of carefree summer days, lake trips, lightning bugs.
First day of kindergarten. First day of college. Change.
Grace Grits and Gardening
Farm. Food. Garden. Life.
Musical Pairing:
The Great Pumpkin Waltz – Vince Guaraldi
Oh Great Pumpkin, where are you? – Linus
Love your description!
I think this is my favorite to date!
Wow thanks Debby! You must be waiting on the great pumpkin too!
Loved this one. I am waiting for Fall too. Mom
Autumn can’t get here fast enough for me. It’s my favorite time of year.
My favorite time of year! F A L L into WINTER! And the cooler the better. (PS…the ONLY thing alive and well at my house are the regular old kind of SPIDERS – well, the new housekeeper says she found 2 brown recluses – I shiver and nearly produce projectile at the mere thought!) I’d give anything for some spider mums! Talya’s Cousin, Cindy
Still with you. Still enjoying. The same but different!
Thanks Colene. You should win an award:)
I’ll just take one of your signed books! Just kidding. I will pay for your book and stand in a long line to have it signed.
I am still here, promoting your writings and your book, handing out cards, etc…….A friend of mine wrote me this week: ” I love reading Talya’s articles. She is an excellent writer. So clear and readable and entertaining.” Can’t wait for your book!