Still making progress

My friend came to visit and play Scrabble yesterday. We took a stroll around the front yard to stretch our legs.

This is the way the hydrangea looked yesterday afternoon.

June 5th 2026

So far it has made it through the unexpected freeze, high wind, heavy rain unseasonable heat and hail.

I am so happy it is strong and determined to live and do well.

It reminds me to be strong and determined to do my best in all things.

Thank you for stopping by. Have wonderful weekend.

Hugs and blessings to all.


43 responses to “Still making progress”

  1. susansdailygarden Avatar

    That is a beautiful hydrangea, Mags!

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    1. Mags Win Avatar

      Thank you Susan.

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  2. Priti Avatar

    Beautiful โค๏ธ

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      1. Priti Avatar

        ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿผ

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  3. Diana Avatar

    What beautiful flowers, staying strong!! Love purple so much. I’ve finally figured out how to subscribe to your blog. Sorry it’s taken me so long. I hope you have a wonderful week ahead!

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    1. Mags Win Avatar

      Thank you Diana for your comment and subscribing to my blog. I enjoy your blog.

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  4. Lynette d'Arty-Cross Avatar

    Itโ€™s definitely a fighter! It appears to be doing very well and looks lovely! The colour is great.

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    1. Mags Win Avatar

      Thank you, Lynette. We had some rain yesterday so I am hoping that will help it even more.

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    1. Mags Win Avatar

      Yes, it is. Thank you.

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  6. Mary K. Doyle Avatar

    I’m happy your hydrangea survived that crazy freeze, Mags.

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    1. Mags Win Avatar

      I am too. Thank you for visiting a commenting.

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  7. Joey Jones Avatar
    Joey Jones

    It’s doing you proud, Mags xxx

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    1. Mags Win Avatar

      Yes, it is. I am sure enjoying it.

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    1. Mags Win Avatar

      Thank you. I am so happy that it survived.

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      1. Ilze Avatar

        I would too!

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  9. ianscyberspace Avatar

    I love those flowers but they don’t grow well in this part of Australia.

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    1. Mags Win Avatar

      I bet you have many other beautiful flowers to enjoy though.

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  10. ruthsoaper Avatar

    Resilient! Beautiful and exciting seeing it transform.

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    1. Mags Win Avatar

      I agree. Thank you, Ruth.

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  11. John Avatar

    Such a tough plant, Mags, an inspiration for humans. ๐Ÿ˜Š๐Ÿ™๐Ÿปโ˜บ๏ธ

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    1. Mags Win Avatar

      Yes it is. You are right that it is an inspiration for humans as are other things in nature. Hugs, prayers and blessings John.

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      1. John Avatar

        And for you, Mags! ๐Ÿ˜Š๐Ÿ™๐Ÿป

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      2. Mags Win Avatar

        Thank you, John.

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  12. mjeanpike Avatar

    That’s beautiful, Mags :)

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    1. Mags Win Avatar

      Thank you, Jean. It will be more beautiful when it is in full bloom.

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  13. arlene Avatar

    So lovely hydrangea blooms Mags.๐Ÿชป

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  14. Suzassippi Avatar

    They are gorgeous, Mags! I am so happy for you, and I love your comparison about staying strong and being patient. Yesterday as I was looking at the magnolia tree, I spied a new bloom at the very top limb, where part of the tree broke off during the ice. I have never seen one up that high. The more I look, the more of them are blooming. It made me think how nature can repair itself and heal itself. Even though many limbs were lost, now the ones left can get more sunlight. I think that is why they are just popping out all over the tree now. I had to take that as a message, much like your hydrangea!

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    1. Mags Win Avatar

      I am so happy to hear this about your beautiful magnolia tree. We can sure learn a lot by watching nature recover can’t we? Keep enjoying those beautiful blooms. I am thrilled the tree now has so many blooms.

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      1. Suzassippi Avatar

        Thank you! And yes we can learn a lot by paying attention!

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  15. Vero Avatar

    That is such a beautiful shrub. I love when they are more blue than pink.

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    1. Mags Win Avatar

      Thank you. This one is a deep purple and I love it.

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  16. wordsfromanneli Avatar

    It’s a good reminder when you look at that plant, to stay strong and be patient.

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    1. Mags Win Avatar

      Very true. I had not thought of that, thank you.

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  17. annemariedemyen Avatar

    Oh Mags! Your hydrangea is beautiful. I love the color. ๐Ÿ’ž

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    1. Mags Win Avatar

      Thank you, Anne. I love the color too. It is a beautiful purple.

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  18. Saint Andrews Forest Farm Avatar

    Beautiful! Thank you for sharing your hydrangeas. What kind are these? Weโ€™ve got Annabel. They are just white. This mix is nice.๐Ÿ˜Š

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    1. Mags Win Avatar

      Thank you! You are welcome. It is an “Endless Summer”. When this one is in full bloom it will all be purple.

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    Anonymous

    That is a beautiful hydrangea!

    You have a great weekend too!

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