Wednesday, March 1, 2017

Oh My!!


Remember my beautiful Tulip Tree last week?

Look what one night of 29 degree weather did to it.


The flowers dried up and feel like leather.


Elsewhere in the yard, everything survived.





But, my very favorite thing growing is this...


She is learning how to do the Hula Hoop (with absolutely no help from me).


Got my chandelier sprayed black for the pergola.


And a new metal bench delivered for the deck.


So, am just waiting on the last few details and some warmer weather to finish up the pergola and deck.

Hope you are enjoying some warmer weather (without tornadoes and storms).

Judy











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33 comments:

  1. Cathy @ My 1929 CharmerMarch 1, 2017 at 5:24 PM

    Oh my the same thing happened here....I knew it wouldn't last because its only beginning of March. Daffodils love the cold and will hurt them. If i lived closer I would steel that bench! If one night you see a red/white shasta parked in your driveway its be coming to get it! Just sayin...

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    1. 20 North OraMarch 1, 2017 at 7:32 PM

      I was just shocked at how overnight they were gone!! I found that bench and have been looking thinking I would find one I like better at a less expensive price but when it got down to the last one, I bit the bullet. It just went so perfect with everything I am planning for the deck.

      Thanks for dropping by.

      Judy

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  2. Joy@aVintageGreenMarch 1, 2017 at 6:18 PM

    Good thing you took a beautiful picture of your Tulip Tree (before...) This has been a very strange winter - snow, ice, snow, lots of snow, rain and repeat. What a good hula hoop girl. Looking forward to seeing your deck as it gets its new clothes, the bench and chandy look great. Hugs.
    Joy

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    1. 20 North OraMarch 1, 2017 at 7:34 PM

      Yes, I'm glad I got a picture because I had no idea it would be gone that fast. We have had an exceptionally warm winter and the plants and trees are all so confused. Laynee is trying so hard to learn to Hula Hoop, She's doing pretty well for her age. Am excited for warmer weather so I can finish up the deck.

      Thanks for visiting.

      Judy

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  3. Teresa KasnerMarch 1, 2017 at 6:43 PM

    Sorry to see your tulip flowers frozen and flopped.. :-( Your little GD is so cute trying the hula hoop. I was very impressed with the metal bench.. where did you find that? ((hugs)), Teresa :-)

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    1. 20 North OraMarch 1, 2017 at 7:35 PM

      Thanks Teresa. I got the metal bench at Hobby Lobby. I fell in love with it the first time I saw it and just couldn't get it out of my mind. So, I bit the bullet and got it. So glad I did.

      Thanks for dropping by.

      Judy

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  4. SusieMarch 1, 2017 at 7:04 PM

    Judy, So sad that the blooms didn't make it. I sure like that cute little flower by the daffodils. LOL. Your grandgirl is so cute...adorable learning to do the hula hoop. Blessings, xoxo, Susie

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    1. 20 North OraMarch 1, 2017 at 7:36 PM

      Thanks Susie. That little one is what keeps me going most of the time. I pick her up every day at school and keep her until I go get the twins at 5. She is at such a precious age and so eager to learn everything.

      Thanks for visiting.

      Judy

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  5. ~Lavender Dreamer~March 1, 2017 at 7:38 PM

    She is so cute and at that age to have bundles of energy! I know the kids bring you so much joy. Sorry your blooms got hit. Hope the weather improves...I hate those bad storms! Hugs!

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  6. 20 North OraMarch 1, 2017 at 7:57 PM

    Thanks Diane. We only had that one night of below freezing temps. It sure did a lot of damage. We've had such a warm winter that the blooms are all so confused!!

    Thanks for dropping by.

    Judy

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  7. JunkchiccottageMarch 1, 2017 at 9:02 PM

    Love the chandelier. Sorry about your tulip tree that is sad :(. We had that tornado and severe thunderstorm weather yesterday and today it is snowing. Crazy. Suppose to be back up to warm again this weekend.
    Have a great rest of the week.
    Hugs,
    Kris

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    1. 20 North OraMarch 2, 2017 at 11:10 AM

      Thanks Kris! Think about you daily as you prepare to sell and buy again. I know it is not easy but apparently is God's plan for you! LOL Have a great weekend.

      Judy

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  8. Terra March 1, 2017 at 10:00 PM

    How fun to have a pergola and deck. Your poor tulip tree, is that the same as a magnolia?

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    1. 20 North OraMarch 2, 2017 at 11:13 AM

      Thanks! I don't think the tulip tree is the same as a magnolia. I also have a couple of magnolia and they are nothing alike. Thanks for dropping by.

      Judy

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  9. Butterfly 8)(8 Bungalow March 1, 2017 at 11:20 PM

    Cute hula hoop photo! I really like the black metal bench. I look forward to seeing what you do. xoox Su

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    1. 20 North OraMarch 2, 2017 at 11:13 AM

      Thanks Su! I got the bench at Hobby Lobby. Am in love with it. Thanks for visiting,

      Judy

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  10. Blondie's JournalMarch 1, 2017 at 11:54 PM

    All those blooms! You enjoy spring so much earlier than we do. Beautiful. The same for that little kiddo!

    I love what you've done with your chandy and bench. I'm leaning toward black these days, too.

    Jane xxx

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    1. 20 North OraMarch 2, 2017 at 11:14 AM

      Thanks Jane. This year, everything has really bloomed out extra early, But, we've run the risk of freezing temps also. Everything else seems to be doing okay except that tree.

      Thanks for dropping by.

      Judy

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  11. LaurieMarch 2, 2017 at 12:44 AM

    She is so cute!!!! Love the photo with the daffodils! The flowers are coming up beautifully, so sad about the tree and roses.

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    1. 20 North OraMarch 2, 2017 at 11:15 AM

      Thanks! She always wants to be in the photos but as you can imagine, she doesn't have to twist my arm. LOL Thanks for visiting.

      Judy

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  12. TheresaMarch 2, 2017 at 7:41 AM

    OH NO, sorry about your tulip tree! We are expecting temps at or below freezing here this weekend! I hope the blooms survive! What a sweet picture of that little cutie-pie with the yellow daffodils! Enjoy your day dear Judy, HUGS!

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  13. 20 North OraMarch 2, 2017 at 11:09 AM

    Yes Theresa - just got to enjoy it for a few days but it was gorgeous! Oh well, everything else seems to have survived the freeze. Thanks for dropping by.

    Judy

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  14. MelanieMarch 2, 2017 at 12:59 PM

    That is so sad about your tulip tree! The weather has been all over the place here, too. A few days ago it was 60, then the next day much cooler and torrential rain, then yesterday only 30 and snow. Love your new bench. Your porch is going to be so beautiful when your chandelier is hung up.

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  15. Linda @ A La CarteMarch 2, 2017 at 4:03 PM

    Oh no! I hate that happened to your tulip tree. I have a fear of it freezing here and all our blooms will be gone. Love that bench! Hugs!

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    1. 20 North OraMarch 2, 2017 at 5:32 PM

      So far, that was the only thing affected by the one night freeze. Thanks for dropping by.

      Judy

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  16. MeredithMarch 4, 2017 at 10:53 AM

    That poor tulip tree, still all your other flowers are gorgeous.

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    1. 20 North OraMarch 5, 2017 at 10:05 AM

      Thanks Meredith. This crazy Oklahoma weather - you never know what the next day is going to bring! LOL Thanks for dropping by.

      Judy

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  17. Mary@mydogsmygardenandmaryMarch 4, 2017 at 4:47 PM

    Great post Judy, but so sorry about your tulip tree. That's what happens when it warms up early. Everything is growing to quickly. March can come in like a lamb and go out as a lion.

    Glad that you are okay - granddaughter is so cute.

    Mary

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    1. 20 North OraMarch 5, 2017 at 10:07 AM

      Thanks Mary. Yes, here it has been so crazy. We've had several days with 30-40 degree drops in temps. Not good for most gardens. But, so far the tulip tree is the only thing damaged.

      That Laynee is so precious. She keeps me busy and I love it.

      Thanks for visiting,

      Judy

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  18. cloches and lavenderMarch 6, 2017 at 10:26 AM

    Don't you just cringe when Mother Nature does that to our flowering trees? I never mastered the Hula Hoop. Love the new bench.

    Cindy

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  19. likeschocolateMarch 6, 2017 at 10:42 AM

    It has been a crazy spring. Hot and cold every other day. Have a lovely week!

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  20. Linda @ Itsy Bits And PiecesMarch 6, 2017 at 3:13 PM

    Too bad about the freeze! Glad to see the daffodils are still around! It really has been a crazy winter!
    Cute photo of your granddaughter...I used to love playing with hula hoops!

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