Spring is Just Around the Corner in Visalia, CA

I have lived in seven states in my life. Born in NY, grew up in CA. and crossed the country and back again while married and raising a family. Everywhere we lived was interesting. Each location had it's own advantages and disadvantages. I feel blessed to have had that opportunity.

When I moved to Visalia, CA. 5 years ago, most likely the last move of my life, I am sure I acted like a child who found joy in some very simple things. My last address was in Scottsdale, AZ. and while it was one of the most beautiful places I lived, it was more like living in a resort rather than anything else.

My first spring in Visalia I was introduced to the beauty of the fruit trees in blossom. My partner drove me around the area, giggling as I was in awe of all that was usual to him. I took pictures from the car window, from in the groves, even got close ups of the blooms. I had never seen anything like this before, acres of beautiful white, light pink and fuchsia blossoms everywhere I looked.

Today's Fresno Bee has the map for the 2011 Blossom Trail, I clipped it and put it on our refrigerator for a couple of weeks from now. Once again, I will oooh and ahhh over the beauty that nature and hard working farmers present for all of us.

Even if it is old hat for you, I highly recommend you following the trail this year. The beauty will make your heart sing, like mine did.

http://www.fresnobee.com/2011/02/04/2260307/farmers-say-this-years-blossom.html