The desert is starting to bloom and I thought you all might enjoy seeing what I see when I am suffering through in my house sitting. The view from the patio is outstanding. These are "Bottle brush"blooms. They have been pruned into trees and are spectactular.

This is a blooming Occatilla with the red bloom and below is a barrell cactus. (I think)

And then we have the Palo Verde in bloom. Sure is pretty, but, boy does the pollen get to me. It is beautiful in it's own way , but, I will take our yard anyday. Will keep you all posted so check out my blog. Love to you all.