Tuesday, March 9, 2010

magnificent magnolia

Things are blooming like crazy over here in Vancouver... so much so, that I actually got seasonal allergy symptoms over the weekend... in March!! Huh? I don't think I have seen and smelled so many blossoms so early in the year. I am prepared this year though... I got my prescription nasal spray yesterday, so am planning to enjoy these blooming beauties with clear eyes (and clear nasal passages)... so bring it on magnificent magnolia, bring it on!
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27 comments:

  1. ColeAndJosephineMarch 9, 2010 at 7:21 AM

    Global warming does have some up shots. Early spring, for example. :)

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  2. our little love nestMarch 9, 2010 at 7:23 AM

    Allergies are such a pain! Hope you can enjoy them better with some medicinal help. xoxo
    p.s. They are so gorgeous!

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  3. IngridMarch 9, 2010 at 7:32 AM

    I love magnolias, such lovely delicate flowers. ^_^

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  4. ChauceeMarch 9, 2010 at 7:48 AM

    Ah, blossoms are the best. This week has been the DREAM weather. I hope it lasts.

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  5. CinnamonAndSassMarch 9, 2010 at 7:55 AM

    Oh lovely! I've actually never seen a magnolia tree in person, I bet they are even more beautiful than in pictures!

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  6. Almost PreciousMarch 9, 2010 at 7:57 AM

    Beautiful photo of a magnificent tree. In California we always called those pink magnolia trees "Tulip Trees" and for years and years I had thought that the only color magnolia blossoms came in was creamy white...but just like Molly Ringwald, magnolias are "Pretty in Pink".

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  7. BabamoonMarch 9, 2010 at 8:16 AM

    gosh you're lucky, we're still waiting for blossoms here in the UK. ive noticed a few crocus' and leaf buds... still acting like winter here which is frustrating!

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  8. miaMarch 9, 2010 at 8:27 AM

    isn't it beautiful? just wish I could stop sneezing!

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  9. RheeaMarch 9, 2010 at 8:39 AM

    Are you sure you're living in Vancouver and not paradise??? All the photos of snow, beautiful flowers, sceneries.. Why do I not get anything like this (or anything closer) in Singapore. :( Now I certainly got to add Vancouver on my to-travel-list.

    Blessings,
    Rheea

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  10. EricaMarch 9, 2010 at 9:24 AM

    beautiful :) In Albuquerque spring comes early most of the time. We had a mild winter but I am glad spring is here! I also am so glad I don't have many allergies, the juniper is killer.

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  11. Rainy Day GardenerMarch 9, 2010 at 10:30 AM

    Great pic! Glad you're getting stocked up on allergy meds..it's going to be a tough spring..when I was preggo..my allergy symptoms seemed worse too.
    Enjoy the sunshine ~ from a fellow nasal spray injector-is ;)

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  12. happileahMarch 9, 2010 at 10:43 AM

    What a beautiful sight; I'm sorry it's accompanied by allergies :/

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  13. AnnaMarch 9, 2010 at 11:33 AM

    oooh gorgeous! I love that it's warming up everywhere. So done with the cold weather :)

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  14. Art by TrinaMarch 9, 2010 at 11:47 AM

    Lovely capture! Pink flowers & blue sky making me sneeze as I type this. Thanks for posting Ms. Valerie :)

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  15. thestoryofkatMarch 9, 2010 at 12:08 PM

    so pretty! but thank goodness for that nasal spray, i know how you feel.

    along with the cherry blossom festival, there were so many magnolias in bloom when we lived in DC and i miss them so. i'll just keep living vicariously through your blog, haha.

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  16. T@PoppyPlacePdxMarch 9, 2010 at 12:10 PM

    Beautiful :)

    They are so cheery aren't they?! :)

    Yep, the nasal sprays came out in this house over the weekend too :)

    Have a great day, T.

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  17. Heroine IndustriesMarch 9, 2010 at 1:41 PM

    really beautiful photo

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  18. SherrylMarch 9, 2010 at 1:56 PM

    Ooooh PINK magnolias! This could very well result on an updated version of my Sweet Magnolia hair clip. Hmmmm...

    Love your photos, as always!

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  19. TeaMarch 9, 2010 at 3:25 PM

    Magnolias are my favorite! I've always thought they looked like trees full of tulips. They are really doing well this winter here in Vancouver aren't they?

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  20. PlantressMarch 9, 2010 at 4:25 PM

    I love the blossoms, love the leaves in Christmas decorating, and love that it's a tree. Glad you got your squirt on before all the pollen

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  21. ChrisyMarch 9, 2010 at 4:37 PM

    That photo is just exquisite. And the allergies...I can identify...have my spray as well...pity it's so expensive tho! Take care, love to you...

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  22. AnonymousMarch 9, 2010 at 5:17 PM

    *sigh*

    we planted a yellow magnolia in our yard a couple of years ago, and I *think* she is finally going to bloom this year, but it hasn't happened yet. I can't wait to see it!
    ♥

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  23. FernMarch 9, 2010 at 8:24 PM

    What a peaceful, photo. It made me smile :) Had a rough day... I could use smiling :) Thanks!

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  24. JaneMarch 9, 2010 at 9:02 PM

    We've headed into Autumn (Fall) here and I must say I can't wait for Spring!

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  25. Sarah KnightMarch 10, 2010 at 4:21 AM

    lovely : )
    our magnolia usually blooms for like 3 days and then, poof, it'll snow and the whole thing is over with.

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  26. Christie CottageMarch 10, 2010 at 5:13 AM

    Absolutely beautiful blossoms!

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  27. readingsully2March 10, 2010 at 7:52 PM

    Wow, those are magnificent.:)

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