Today is day 3 in Portugal. It has been cooler and wetter than we expected; much more rain this winter than last year. But, the sun is shining and 14C feels pretty good compared to what we left at home.🥶 The hibiscus and bird of paradise and roses are all blooming, and the air smells fabulous. Going for a walk without winter coat, hat, mitts and boots is pure joy.

Laurie

@tigerlily Enjoy, Laurie! We've had sunny weather here these past several days! Still -10C, but I'll take the sun in any case!

@tigerlily Portugal sounds just lovely! The hibiscus, bird of paradise and roses smelling so fabulous in the air!! Enjoy!!!

@chelly my husband is busy keeping scissors out of my sight - I have a history of taking cuttings from plants and bringing them home to root them. I have assured him that won’t happen this time, but he doesn’t believe me. Can’t say I blame him for that. It’s still chilly and wet here; we’re waiting for the rain to stop before we head out for a walk. But, at 16C, it’s a 30 degree difference between here and home right now. I’ll take it.

Laurie