Spring may have sprung
It's extraordinary for a Queenslander to be living in a land where the climate is similar to the climate of my ancestral homes of Ireland and Scotland. A land with a real winter and a very noticeable spring. In the short time since my return from Asia, trees are putting out new leaves, flower buds are unfolding into shockingly floral flowers and birds and butterflies abound. However last nights news brought a warning of a late snow in the South Island and a polar blast expected to blow into Auckland by this evening. As I was saying - Spring may have sprung.
Desika arrives home with botanical specimens
Arum Lilies grow wild on the harbour edge
More escapees from the domestic garden crowd the footpaths
White blossoms lead the way, like snowflakes that have taken root.
White for the cold that is past and red for the warmth to come.
This little flower radiates its yellowness.
A buttonhole for a member of Wilde's circle
Chandelier Jaune
Exotic Bloom
Street signs brighter than the floral display
Early Lemons
A season for harmony between human and animal
A meeting of two beauties
A little cove - like an Impressionist painting.
is perfect for relaxation
for an exercise in patience
and daring exploration of the water's edge.
I undergo visual improvement for the new season.
while a happy couple prepare to cast aside their traditional winter dress..
White for the cold that is past and red for the warmth to come.
This little flower radiates its yellowness.
A buttonhole for a member of Wilde's circle
Chandelier Jaune
Exotic Bloom
Street signs brighter than the floral display
Early Lemons
A season for harmony between human and animal
A meeting of two beauties
A little cove - like an Impressionist painting.
is perfect for relaxation
for an exercise in patience
and daring exploration of the water's edge.
I undergo visual improvement for the new season.
while a happy couple prepare to cast aside their traditional winter dress..
PHOTOS by John Jeffrey and Prabhash Dias
