Flowers In The Winter

After many cold and windy days {cold for Los Angeles that, is}, and mornings walks on wet sidewalks that tell the tale of rain that showered as we slept, we are spoiled today with a warm sunny day. Taking advantage of this beautiful day, I decided to see how my garden was coming along.  I was surprised to see a beautiful hydrangea bloom well past the blooming season. 

And a lone rose bloom out of season.  Now I have proof that giving these bushes horrific winter buzz cuts is a bad idea.  

And a lone, princess flower.

And a variety of camellias blooms, in season -  always available to make a winter day brighter.

Isn't it wonderful the sheer joy sunshine, flowers {and a glass of wine} can bring?

Happy Friday.