I’m back in Arizona again and spring is in full force. The desert has come alive with flowering trees, cacti and plants. Whenever the wind stirs the air is full of heavenly fragrance and it is magical. Birds are abundant as they make their way north.
I’ve taken a few shots of the desert in bloom, my favorite season to be in Arizona as everything comes to life.
hey, blow some of that warm, my way huh! :)…. Q
That bird’s got the most glorious head gear, Nicole – terrific 🙂
I’ve always loved the stark bright colours of cactus flowers! Its really very beautiful.
Thanks! 🙂 Sorry for the late reply! 🙂
Beautiful desert blooms! Love the bird capture 🙂
Gorgeous. Is that bird really purple? What kind of bird is it? It’s beautiful. Enjoy your time in Arizona.
Some beautiful shots, Spring is such a lovely season. That bird is stunning!
You made me miss Spring terribly!! Not one green leaf yet in NYC. Patience.
Beautiful! I used to sketch cacti a lot when I was at college, only ours were in plant pots 🙂
I love cactus especially now that they are all in bloom!
these are such great shots Nicole
Thanks Jo!
Nothing better than springtime in the desert. Enjoy! 🙂
Yes indeed! Much better than MN right now. We are getting a huge snowstorm!
OMG!
Beautiful blog! I love your mission, and I love that you’re featuring Arizona’s flora and fauna. Recently, I started exploring the travel blogging world and even started one myself about the Arizona-Mexico border region. I will mainly focus on the shared biodiversity and ecosystems on both sides of the border.
Thanks so much! I will have to check out your blog as well. Arizona is such a beautiful place as is Mexico!
Love Arizona! I’ve been there a few times, and every time have so loved the landscape, skies, flora and fauna. Was last there in May 2013 in Tucson, Phoenix, then up to Flagstaff and Grand Canyon to camp for a few days.
My parents live there and have since 1994. I’ve been going back and forth to AZ for the last six months as my dad has fought cancer but best of all is that he is doing fabulous now. I’ve really gotten to know Arizona over the years and love her peace and beauty.
I hope (?) you have been many times to the Grand Canyon. LOVE the GC and miss it.
I have only been once believe it or not! But we plan to bring the children on our next trip to AZ. It is indeed spectacular!