Spring is here!! First visit to MSU Botanical Gardens

Typically, in Michigan we get some warm weather followed by some cold weather, or even snow!  It's not unusual for the flowers and buds to start blooming, only to be covered in snow or frost.  I think it's safe to say that we are now past the threat of snow or frost (my fingers are crossed).  I took the opportunity today to go to MSU's Botanical gardens (of my favorite places to visit).  Although the flowers are just starting to bloom, there are many opportunities to really find some beautiful textures and colors, if you train your eye to see things outside of the box.  I visited the children's section of the gardens today and while I was hoping to take some pictures of the children enjoying the garden, I came across some really interesting objects.