can i get a volunteer?

OK, so, I know that only a few of these are actually volunteers,

but I just love their attitude....
that volunteer spirit...
that willingness to show up 

year after year,

bursting from the ground,

bigger and brighter than ever before,
asking for nothing in return.

It's like they just can't wait another minute,
and everyday, there is a new surprise 
right outside my back door.

It won't be much longer until the hydrangeas

bloom into delicate snowballs.

I love that the Irises take turns by color.

Sage, that I planted last year, is covered 

in sweet purple blooms,
and the bees can't get enough.

The thyme is covered in tiny white flowers.

Dill...

and cilantro...

and sunflowers 

are popping up everywhere!

And, I just love watching these delightful little pears 
grow all Spring and Summer!