the first of the crop

 On our way home from Wallis Falls last week, we stopped at a very

appealing junk antique store. . . 

I love old stuff!! This little place had all kids of ancient garden decor outside,

and endless old treasures inside. You should have

seen our family's excitement over old signs, pots, baskets, books, toys

and on and on. We could have browsed for hours. 

I fell in love with this old basket.
It came complete with a strawberry plant
... already growing out of an old feed sack ...
The pastor sweetly bought it for me.

We are now watching it grow in our back yard!! 

Little bit was the first to get a taste of the season! 

Speaking of strawberries.....see that little mark on her cheek?

We have recently learned from the doctor

that this may or may not be a permanent "beauty mark."

Thankful that that is all it is.....a raised blood vessel. 

I had no idea that these could randomly appear throughout your life.

btw .... i think it is adorable :)