Dogwoods in bloom at the Morton Arboretum

Spring came early this year to the Midwest. I was very fortunate to be able to visit the Morton Arboretum in late April on a beautiful weekday.The flowering dogwoods were spectacular, as were the redbud trees that were reflected in Lake Marmo.
The fragrance garden is indescribable,with lily of the valley and stock among other fragrant bloomers, you must experience the scents and colors for yourself! It is a wonderful way to spend a day!

Apple Pickers

As I opened my side door to go run some errands,there by my apple trees were four deer.I quickly and quietly went back inside to grab my camera,sneak back outside and start shooting pictures.The best picture was of the one that got away.The deer was looking right at me with an apple in his mouth!We both startled each other and he dropped the apple and disappeared into the corn.