Saturday, February 9, 2013

☀Sunlit Sunday: Season 2, Week #6


These photos, by the way, are not of landscapes to be found near My Little Home and Garden, currently under a thick blanket of fresh snow, as my shovel can attest to this weekend.



Some of you already know that I made my first trip to Arizona recently, returning this past Wednesday night.

I found plenty of beauty in the desert and the mountains. These cacti are reaching their arms to the warm sun. One could argue that I did the same.





 Before leaving the state, someone asked me if I'd like to return.

Yes.



Of course, a bright, sunny, snowy winter day has its own charm, especially after hiring a young man to do a third round of shoveling!


29 comments:

  1. Great photos of Arizona Karen, but I really like your snowy back garden knowing that it will soon be green and full of flowers. :)

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  2. I think I like both places - each has its own charm. Great photos.

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  3. Karen, I enjoyed seeing your photos of the AZ desert, as well as your own yard. Each has its own special type of beauty!

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  4. Each place has it's own beauty, Karen. But I think I like your place best!

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  5. It's nice you could experience a bit of both worlds but being a Canadian at heart, you'd miss the snow...wouldn't you? :-)
    Judith

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  6. Every place has it's own beauty and appeal, doesn't it? The desert is a place I do not know well, yet life flourishes there. Wonderful photos. Glad you are home and cozy - the snow will soon be gone.

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  7. I would love to visit Arizona. Our daughter and family have been thee several time. Love your photos. I like the Arizona weather better but that photo of back home is well done. I believe it is my favorite. Blessings for the coming week.
    QMM

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  8. Hi Karen, It sounds like you had a great time. I'm happy for you. Its nice to take a break and see some new sights. Arizona offers a wealth of beauty. -Nadia

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  9. Hi Karen
    joining you for the first time this week, I found you on Lorrie's blog!
    What a contrast between hot & sunny Arizona and your own snowy garden, great shots.
    Hope you'll have a chance to pop over to Normandy Life and see our stunning sunrise.
    bon dimanche
    Maggie

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  10. Hi Karen

    I eventually linked up (!!)
    I always have the best of intentions but then....

    Hope the weather isn't too cold for you.

    Thanks for hosting

    x Fiona

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  11. Arizona is the hottest place I've ever been to.
    Your photos are magnificent. I love the contrast of the two climates, and I especially love the cacti.
    Thanks for sharing.

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  12. I bet you really enjoyed Arizona -- the beautiful skies and very different climate! Lovely shots. Happy Sunlit Sunday and thanks for hosting!

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  13. Those are beautiful pictures from Arizona. I hope to get back out West again. It's sooo different than it is here!
    I can't keep track of the snow falls we've had but at least with the sun out it makes it more tolerable! I think we've had a record amount of sun this winter...and I love it!
    Thanks for hosting again!

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  14. Love your photos - sure makes me wish I wasn't here in Ontario - oh well! A few weeks and I will be in Florida! Thanks for hosting!

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  15. I think that winter time would be the best time to visit Arizona for me. Lovely photos. I'm glad you got a good dose of sunshine! Time will tell if I pull together a post for Sunlit Sunday. Have a great week!

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  16. These photos are wonderful and now I have it straight - not where you live but where you visited!

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  17. Beautiful sunlit photos ! Happy Year of the Snake, may it bring lots of sunlit Sundays and happiness :-)

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  18. I´ve been to Arizona once. It was dry and windy when I was there but so beautiful. :) Love your shots.

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  19. That would be quite a change in scenery and temperature for you ... arriving home just before the storm. I'm sure you enjoyed your vacation.

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  20. Travel east
    Travel west
    After all
    Home is best!

    (But love the Arizona beauty too. Did you visit Taliesin West?)

    Sharon Lovejoy Writes from Sunflower House and a Little Green Island

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  21. Oh, how I would love to be in Arizona right now! Looks like you had a wonderful trip.
    -Lynn

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  22. Great pictures Karen!You realy had a wonderful time in Arizona!I like your snowy garden!!
    Hope you have a lovely week!
    Dimi..

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  23. Thanks for hosting... Just finished my post and I have to head for work shortly. Will be back to take a look at others post.. Arizona would be perfect right now.. we are having a rain/sleet/snow storm depending on the minute you look out.

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  24. Love the contrast of both places. Every place has its' own beauty.

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  25. hello karen,
    each place has it's own beauty.but my favourite is your place!!!
    have a nice week,
    regina

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  26. Good Evening Karen, Arizona looks like a fascinating place......rugged and barren, but quite beautiful.
    It is lovely to see such beautiful blue skies.
    I hope the snow eases for you.
    Have a lovely week.
    Best Wishes
    Daphne

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  27. Your Arizona trip sounds lovely, and what blue skies! Loved your snowy home picture too! Keep cosy, Karen :)
    Helen x

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  28. What a change of scenery Karen ! The cacti are amazing, they're like the one's we saw when we were young and watching "Road Runner" on Tv ! :) I'm sure it must have been a memorable trip. I like the arbour in your yard !

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