Daffodils came early!

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We have been enjoying the great weather the last few days. Sushma and I relaxed on the deck in the afternoons, where she practiced reading Telugu. The weather is so nice, some of the flowers think it is already Spring! But, it is going to freeze this weekend, so we brought in a lot of the daffodil buds. 

Sometimes it's funny when Sushma struggles to read Telugu.

All our daffodil buds! So excited for them to bloom.

Our Chinese Fringe Flower tree is also blooming and is very beautiful. I bought it a long time ago at Lowe's on sale. 

Chinese Fringe Flower

Chinese Fringe Flower tree

This week we also made a trip to get some free donuts from Heavenly Donut Company! Sushma had a coupon for a half dozen donuts - it was so hard to decide which ones to get. I love donuts, and I love them even more when they are free! I used to be scared to eat things like donuts, but now I realize life is short so I should enjoy.

So happy about donuts!



Comments

  1. Manu BoppanaFebruary 11, 2021 at 2:10 PM

    Hi Pinni, this is Manu from Dallas (Suresh babai’s cousin’s daughter). Recently came across your blog and really enjoy reading about your hobbies and interests! You have a beautiful garden :)

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    1. LeelaFebruary 16, 2021 at 4:01 PM

      Thank you, Manu. It is good to hear from you. Hope you and your family are staying safe during this cold weather!

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  2. SalFebruary 11, 2021 at 2:37 PM

    Those donuts look tasty!

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    1. LeelaFebruary 16, 2021 at 4:01 PM

      They were! We were hoping there would be vegan ones for you. But no luck :(

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