Keepers of the Lawn

We just had a lovely interaction with our neighbor, Betty, who came over to accept our offer of some rhubarb. She is probably nearing 80, and has lived in her house since she was eight years old. She is very friendly, and loves to chat, and spends most of her time indoors caring for her husband, Herbert.

We asked Betty if she had ever seen the flowers (pictured above) that are popping up all over. Her response was no. She had never seen these flowers, but then again, Glen (previous owner) had never let the grass get so long that anything would bloom! She didn't mean it unkindly, but I am sure that we are far less diligent keepers-of-the-lawn than our predecessors.

here are a few more pictures taken moments ago: