The almond tree finally got planted in late March after a lengthy root detangling session (almost more roots than soil)! The next morning it looked so much happier, it seemed to have leafed out overnight with several almond fruits already visible. 

Everywhere new leaves and new life show themselves. A dove has been trying to build a nest in the lamp bowl of the patio fan, so we are keeping the fan blades turning to dissuade our avian visitor.    Wildflowers are showing up in abundance. The apricot mallows hug the walls outside the back yard, they love the reflected sun warmth and the small amount of drip moisture that seeps under the wall.