Thanks for hosting, Pat. As usual, I've enjoyed everyone's posts. Has been a nice variety of thoughtful and inspirational photos.
It's a cool day today and I'm taking a little rest from trying to get the needed yard work done (needed a diversion).
Our neighborhood has changed a great deal in the last 10 years or so. We used to be protected and could only see a couple older houses out our front window and across the street. Now...☹☹ We still have lots of trees separating our backyard from out neighbors and can't see their house.

Since these changes have occurred over the years, our mini environment has really changed. Our plants and flowers need different care. Most of all, we notice the heat and WIND!! Before the last home construction, I could spend time out on an nice, sunny, April day (mid 50's) in a short sleeved t-shirt. No way now! And, I often have trouble taking pictures of flowers/plants in the yard because of the wind.