And so we had several "lilies" in the same area..... A week later with the arrival of our daughter in law Deanne from the Twin Cities, we all all decided to go for a prairie wildflower ride in search of Turks Cap lilies a rare flower and any other types we could find. 
And there they were as we found several patches along an old abandoned railway right of way. 
Later, we visited a nearby State Park and located some more midsummer prairie flowers. 
Pale Coneflowers
Her name is Deanne and she is indeed someone very special to Mrs. T. and myself.
Our daughter in law she was a steadfast pillar of love and support in our son Ted too short life. And now ours as well. Standing with grace and courage in spite of the travails life has cast upon her, she brings hope and joy to all who know her.
She visits us regularly in our "golden years". And and then there is love and laughter and smiles……
Hi Troutbirder .. how lovely to see the photos of your special family and that amazingly delightful Deanne at the end - that's great to read ... she's so special to you and Mrs T ... gorgeous nature too - cheers Hilary
ReplyDeleteI feel all emotional after reading this. Deanne is lovely young lady. How fortunate you are to have her in your family. The wild flowers are lovely, too.
ReplyDeleteA lovely walk and a ride and lovely people to share it with. I didn't know you had lost a son, and I am so sorry. We see lilies growing in wild places, no homes in sight, and wonder if a home once stood by and all signs of it have sunken into the sand and vines without a trace.
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet face. And congratulations on finding that rare flower. Oh, and happy belated birthday! :-)
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet and lovely tribute.
ReplyDeletePrairie native flowers are too often overlooked.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday from another July baby. What a wonderful person your daughter in law is to keep you in her life. I'm sure it helps her also.
ReplyDeleteHappy belated Birthday good blogger buddy. I loved this post. So full of love and beauty.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to you!
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful that Deanne continues to come visit you and spend time hiking and looking for wildflowers. You are all truly blessed to have each other!
Happy Birthday! How wonderful that she visits you and Mrs T, she must be a very special woman who loved your son and loves you both very much:)
ReplyDeleteA very beautiful post in so many ways.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely person. I'm sure she receives as much love as she gives. Your pictures say it all.
ReplyDeleteHappy belated birthday wishes! How wonderful to have Deanne in your life! I'm sure she feels the same about you and Mrs. T.
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