tulip surprise

Harley and I were walking up in the back yesterday, enjoying the fine air, the good view.  On top of the compost pile, waving brightly in the soft breeze, was an explosion of color - tulips!  Tulips that had never been planted on this property, tulips which had made the trip in, carried on an unknown source-

They positively glow.  And yes, there was much progress on the piece for Apifera.  The banner is 98% completed - I just want to add a little more bead embellishment.  

It's a banner rich in symbolism - I am hoping that it warms Katherine's heart.  

One day I hope to visit her farm and meet her family of elderly donkeys, goats, chickens, etc.  Until then, I'll continue to live my vicarious farm life through her blog!