Thursday, April 29, 2010

~ Plum Perfect ~

We have a double-flowering plum in our front yard that I adore.
 I think it's the most beautiful shrub on earth, thanks to its ample pink blossoms crowded onto heavy stems.
I always cut a few stems and bring them inside this time of year.  
I take its picture, but can never quite capture its quiet beauty...
It has an elegant Asian look, a simple grace that I love...
I think if it were edible it would taste like strawberry mousse ice cream with a hint of lemon...

21 comments:

  1. These are beautiful Terri and they look even more beautiful in your house! I love the dark branches and pink petals.

    Thank you for the sparkle!

    xo Noel

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  2. Lovely flowers and a lovely thought.....yummy:-)

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  3. Lovely, lovely photos.

    The blossom has all but gone now in SW France.

    Leeann x

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  4. Hi Terri....I strolled over from Morning T and it is really nice to make your acquaintance! Your blog is just lovely and I'm looking forward to visiting often. This post is really, really pretty and you did an amazing job of capturing the "yumminess" of these beauties! Have a wonderful weekend. xx P&H

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  5. Ahhh, but you did capture it. Now I have to go get some ice cream. I'm thinking dark cherry with chocolate sauce.
    xo

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  6. Hi Terri,

    Just beautiful. I know what you mean about the camera capturing the beauty. On my screen the beauty comes through. Enjoy your massage tonight!

    ~janet

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  7. Just gorgeous Terri- your photos are so clear and perfectly lit.
    Hope the new snow is melting and that you have a wonderful weekend.

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  8. Hi Terri, They're absolutely heavenly. I love that fresh spring pink you can only get in tree blossoms. Beautiful photos. Happy weekend to you! xoxoTrina

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  9. I love the way you described what it might taste like! :0) Your pictures are lovely..just beautiful..I hope you enjoy your weekend!

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  10. Terri you did a great job capturing it's beauty. It is truly lovely and it is definitley a breath of Spring! Kathysue

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  11. Hold the phone -- you mean you actually have something bloom in your garden (despite the recent snowstorm!). Lucky you! I'm waiting anxiously for my tulips to open.

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  12. Beautiful photos... those flowers are amazing!!!

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  13. Such pretty blooms.. such pretty pics! My husband is always saying lets get a plum tree and you know, I have had nooo idea that they are so lovely.. until now. Your strawberry mousse added thought was adorable!
    :) Lara

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  14. You did indeed capture the simple beauty! Thank you for sharing!!!

    Northern Light

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  15. you are so keen with your eye - I think Asian is exactly the right description for it's beauty...

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  16. Oh, they look wonderful! Lovely pink colour!

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  17. Beautiful flowers. Love the delicate pink color. I think you are right on with your description about how they would taste if they were edible. Makes me want to whip up some homemade raspberry mousse or strawberry ice cream.

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  18. Hi Terri!

    Wow, it's so delicate and beautiful! You are lucky to have it just outside! I love the pink color on it :) I totally agree I think that that would be just the flavor!

    Have a great week!

    Hugs, Susanne

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  19. You caputured it perfectly!!!

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  20. Love the colour and the fullness of the flowers. It can look so chic to have a vase with such flowers in your home. enjoy your week!

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  21. Gorgeous, the flowers and the photography!

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