Spring Has Sprung In Dallas

Cherry Blossoms And Tulips

It's just after 8:00, Marisa's in school, and Beth and Evie are both up, on their devices like me,  listening to Morning Joe.  I woke at 5:00, struggled to get back to sleep, thought I couldn't but woke up at 6:45.  When I came downstairs for coffee, Beth was already awake, the coffee was perking. 

Tee Shirt Weather In Dallas

Yesterday was a good day, busy for once for all of us.  Beth taught her ESL class in the morning, so she was gone until lunch.  And Marisa was off early, lots of tests to get ready for.  Evie and I were not sure what we wanted to do but when we realized that Friday at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth was free, we decided on visiting the Dallas Arboretum And Botanical Garden.  Before leaving, Evie made a pot of chili for dinner, then packed us a lunch, sandwiches, chips, fruit, and water and we were off by 11:00.  It's a half hour ride, through interesting neighborhoods and when we arrived, we were shocked by the seemingly full parking lot.  Luckily, we found a space close to the entrance.  We had bought our tickets and parking pass online so we entered easily. 

Crape Myrtle Alley

This is our third time to visit, the first time in Spring and it was glorious as the cherry trees were in full bloom, surrounding much of the 65 acre gardens.  It was a busy place, lots of retirees like us, families, and school kids, on field trips.  It did not, however, detract from our visit as everyone was friendly and happy to be outside, enjoy the spring weather. 

Evie Trying For The Perfect Photo

We took a circular walk, taking our time, enjoying the variety of plants, trees, bushes, and spring flowers, all named which is so helpful. 

Quinceanera Celebration

We ran into a couple of 15-year-olds in what looked like wedding dresses, celebrating their Quinceanera, a coming of age in the Hispanic community.  We also witnessed a bride, having her photos taken, as a quartet played music. 

A Profusion Of Spring Flowers

We were able to find a bench in the shade for our lunch, watching people and two artists who set up easels and painted the same scene, one realistic, the other abstract.  We left about 2:00 and wound our way home through backstreets as Waze led us on a merry ride home, avoiding the busy Mockingbird Lane.

Once we got home, I started watching various March Madness b-ball games, looking for the ones which were exciting.  It was a good way to spend the afternoon, breaking it up with walks for Cody, waiting for 5:00 when we could begin wine time.  We did not eat until 7:00 as both Beth and Marisa had lots to do and wanted to get stuff done before dinner.  The chili was great, especially with all the fixings and I had a couple of helpings.  While Marisa studied until late, with a paper due and two tests on Friday, we lounged in front of the TV with Beth, watching the usual Colbert, basketball, and the news until bedtime, around 10:30.  Marisa's light was on until late I fear.