The odd thing about this petal is that I thought it came from my neighbor’s tree. But when I went back to look at the suspected donor, evidence suggested otherwise.
The delicate petals decorating the sidewalk under the tree were much smaller than the petal in my meme. I didn’t see a clear source for the heart-shaped petal, though it might have been from a camelia.
I believe the tiny petals are cherry blossoms, and that the tree is a cherry tree.
The pink color was more vivid a couple days ago when I was apparently “too busy” to take a photo. Lesson learned. It’s still a lovely tree. I love the dappled shade it provides.
Isn’t it marvelous how different trees and flowers bloom at different times?
Walking around my neighborhood has given me fresh perspectives.
May the sustaining beauty of creation continue to bless us all through these hard times.
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April 9, 2020 at 2:49 pm
I am all about fresh perspective these days.
April 9, 2020 at 9:31 pm
Me, too. We need them now. I’m thankful for the opportunities. 🙂
April 9, 2020 at 3:42 pm
Beautiful trees, JoAnna 😀
April 9, 2020 at 9:53 pm
Thanks, Irene! 🙂
April 9, 2020 at 6:09 pm
A tree that flowers is a true wonder. We have an old cherry tree in our backyard which we love.
April 9, 2020 at 10:42 pm
It’s comforting to see the blossoms return year after year, regardless of the challenges we face. I’m glad you have your beloved tree.
April 9, 2020 at 6:27 pm
The bark does look like a cherry tree. Our early cherries where I live in the Northeast United States are just now starting to bloom. They are lovely, aren’t they?
April 9, 2020 at 7:07 pm
So pretty! I would have liked to get a photo in petals, but they’ll have to fall about more 🙂
April 9, 2020 at 10:30 pm
I love cherry tree blossoms in spring! They look and smell great, while offering a gentle dusting of pretty blossoms like in your photos. Happy Spring JoAnna!
April 9, 2020 at 10:48 pm
Happy spring, Brad! Keep taking good care of you!
April 10, 2020 at 1:05 am
Thanks!
April 10, 2020 at 4:14 am
I love your little petal, so delicate and happy. Trees, what would we do without them? All varieties give us so much strength and blessings.
April 10, 2020 at 8:49 pm
Thank you, Miriam. I agree: All trees give us strength and blessings. Sending you the same.
April 10, 2020 at 6:58 am
A splendid set. I like both the shadow shots
April 10, 2020 at 9:08 pm
Thanks, Derrick. They were fun to discover!
April 10, 2020 at 7:26 am
Amen to that! Yes, we now have some time to look at trees in spring but cannot venture out.. so we the ThursdayTreeLove posts to enjoy trees!
April 10, 2020 at 9:10 pm
Staying close to home has its advantages as long as there are trees around. 🙂
April 11, 2020 at 2:27 am
This is nice. It’s the simplest things, isn’t it?
April 11, 2020 at 8:19 pm
Yes. Simple is good. Thanks, Dave.
April 12, 2020 at 10:28 pm
I like that you took photos of the fallen blossoms too. That way we still get to enjoy their colour.
April 13, 2020 at 8:42 pm
Thank you! My neighbors call it petal snow. 🙂
April 22, 2020 at 10:28 am
Love the pictures and yes, I also wonder why trees bloom at different times. But that’s good right? Through the year we get to see the blooms. So thank you for sharing these lovely ones. See you tomorrow, JoAnna. Always a pleasure to see you around.
April 22, 2020 at 4:32 pm
Yes, it is a very good thing that they bloom at different times. It’s always a pleasure to be part of Thursday Tree Love. 🙂
April 23, 2020 at 11:17 pm
I really miss the blossoms! Your photos are gorgeous. I especially love the heart that begins the post and all the lovely shadows. 🤗
April 24, 2020 at 2:14 pm
Thank you, Chandra. I’m glad you enjoyed the photos and the heart shaped petal. And the shadows. It is such a pleasure to share these in Thursday Tree Love.