I was so excited to get outside today because I had a mission! I knew that at this time last year, there were beautiful Western Buttercups beginning to bloom on our hillside and today I was out to get some pictures! I also remember that when I saw the first Buttercup, it was our real beginning of spring. It's true...there is an explosion of growth that is only starting. Last year I was completely blown away by the countless varieties of plants and flowers in every color of the rainbow. From today until about June, it will be wall-to-wall flowers and beauty here! HOORAY!!!

Explored on Flickr March 5, 2013. Highest position: #196.