Tuesday, March 15, 2011

The Bradford Pear



My 13-year-old daughter shot these photos of the Bradford pear in our front yard. They are everywhere this week, dotting the still leafless landscape like giant puffs of dandelions. They line every entryway into every subdivision, these landscapers' favorite ornamentals. They are the reminder to those with allergies to get their prescriptions renewed and buy a box of Kleenex or ten.

Still, they are pretty and score points as the harbinger of spring among trees. And most importantly, this very pear tree is the favorite climbing tree out of all the dozens of trees in our yard. I can't imagine how many hours our three kids have spent in its branches, and for that alone, I am grateful.

8 comments:

  1. I am glad that these Bradford Pear trees are part of your landscape. They provide beauty as well as a jungle gym for the kids. Lucky ducks! Have a Happy St. Patrick's Day.
    Joyce M

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  2. Just love those photos! Had to stop by and say hello!

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  3. Beautiful. Nothing prettier than fruit blooms.

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  4. Beautiful and hopeful! A sight for my poor (cold!) eyes!

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  5. What lovely shots! Your daughter did good!

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  6. What beautiful shots of the Pear Tree.. Don't you wish it would stay in bloom all year long.. :)

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  7. They are beautiful trees. Looks like your daughter is quite the photographer.

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  8. We had a bradford pear in our yard growing up. Now I miss it! Enjoy.

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