Horsechestnut Trees at Red Butte

I saw flowers in the trees that look similar. I was not terribly surprised to learn that they're all horsechestnut trees. I'm glad Red Butte has signs that identify plants near most of them.

Iris at A.G.

Every time I see a beautiful iris I remember

I was once compared to an iris when I wanted to be a rose.

Now I don't mind being an iris. Most days I'd probably prefer it.

Wisteria Outside Museum of Curiosity

Every year, I look forward to seeing the wisteria at Red Butte, but this year we haven't yet renewed our membership and things kept interfering. It's probably in full bloom up there right now. I was super excited to see this hanging outside a gate in front of the Museum of Curiosity. 

White Lilacs and Clouds

Nature offers lilacs in white. 

Not as pure or light as clouds,

But just as billowy and soft.

This is the Place Heritage Park

Yesterday and Today

I'm so glad I went out and picked these lilac flowers yesterday, since it's snowing today.

I'm looking forward to more warm days!

I like that things don't stay the same.

A Theology of Suffering

Someone who matters to me is greatly suffering. 

This is meant for them and anyone else who may have the question:

With all the suffering in the world, in my own life, and in the lives of people I know, how can I go on believing in a loving, all-knowing God who does not intervene?

Among other sources, reading the following philosophical and theological discourse (starting past the introduction) has helped me.

This is the link: Francine R. Bennion. 

(I recommend reading rather than listening since in the spoken talk she skips or gives less emphasis to some of the most important ideas toward the end.)

Orchids at Red Butte Today

The Utah Orchid Society is having an orchid show and sale at Red Butte Garden today and tomorrow. They have some beautiful, impressive orchids up there.

After enjoying the show, we walked around the garden.

On our way down to see if the pond is finished being dredged and refilled (it's not filled yet) Mariel pointed out the moss. Such a beautiful spring color.

Bonsai at Red Butte Yesterday

Jade Tree

Cyclamen

Juniper

Phone Pics: A Warming-Up Day at Hidden Valley Park