Weekends

 

Good morning! How was your weekend?

On Saturday, my sister and I drove north to visit my dad and step mom for the afternoon. We had a lovely lunch and spent time catching up. The drive up and back was a little stressful. Crazy drivers and pouring rain, but we made it safely there and back. 

On Sunday, we went to the conservatory with my sister and brother in law to see the orchid show. All the flowers and displays were beautiful. I was disappointed we were unable to go outside in the children's garden (one of my favorites) but maybe they are getting it ready for the spring, which as you know is right around the corner.

I've been busy knitting away over the weekend and reading my library book on my kindle (The Stone Circle by Elly Griffiths)before it was due. This weekend was over all lovely!


Comments

  1. AsKatKnitsFebruary 12, 2024 at 7:49 AM

    What a lovely, rejuvenating weekend! (Those orchids are so beautiful!)

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  2. BonnyFebruary 12, 2024 at 8:03 AM

    I've looked all over for those little orchids I used to find at the grocery store but these are much prettier!

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  3. VeraFebruary 12, 2024 at 8:27 AM

    Gorgeous orchids! Glad you were safe in your travels on Saturday (I hate driving in rain).

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  4. DeeFebruary 12, 2024 at 10:13 AM

    I would love to go the see the orchids. I'm hoping the next time we go down to see Stephen, we make it to the Botanical Garden in D.C.

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  5. JaneFebruary 12, 2024 at 1:04 PM

    What a lovely weekend. The orchids are so beautiful, a little taste of flowers to come with Spring.

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  6. DiannaFebruary 12, 2024 at 3:04 PM

    I love orchids! These are absolutely gorgeous. Where is the conservatory located, Karen?

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  7. Deb J. in UtahFebruary 12, 2024 at 6:00 PM

    The Orchid Show looks like an absolutely beautiful event. So glad you were able to go! Have a good week. See you again soon!

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  8. LeftycrafterFebruary 12, 2024 at 10:02 PM

    Those orchids are gorgeous. Sounds like a lovely weekend other than the rain.

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  9. MaryFebruary 14, 2024 at 9:38 PM

    Those orchids are stunning! and I peeked ahead and saw the adorable sweater for your great nephew. I'm still knitting the same sweater ... but I'm on sleeve #2 so the end is in sight!

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