Leaving winter behind,,,,,,

Flower - Lithograph - Alfons Mucha - 1897

Today is the last winter's day of 2012. It has been a tough winter season in most places and for varied reasons. But with the present bout of lovely weather, at least the kind we are experiencing here in the Med, with gloriously blue skies and warm soothing sunshine, the days of spring beckon.

Enjoy these beautiful images from vintage spring-times and enjoy your last winter's day of the year.....

Exposition d'art nouveau d'Eugenie Grasset - Paris - circa 1898

Blooms

I thought I'd share this beautiful picture of the gorgeous flowers of an almond tree in the countryside where we live - it's in full bloom, a joy to see and a promise of many delicious almonds very very soon.....

Spring Flower Treat

Spring is in the air. It's such a relief to finally see some blue skies and warmer weather. Nothing more significant than a glorious riot of flowers to really drive the message home. Here is what I've been photographing while I was away......