Wildflower Eggs

Can wildflowers resemble scrambled eggs? The answer is yes. Scrambled eggs as this flower is called is an early indicator of spring. This patch in Terry County is by far the largest specimens of this wildflower I have seen. This wildflower loves sandy soils. Wildflowers do grow on the Llano Estacado. You just have to…

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Surprise

This flower is among my all-time favorites on the Llano Estacado here in West Texas. Seeing it in bloom so early is an observation mark of what this Spring may bring. What will not be? Wildflowers do grow here in West Texas. You just have to be observant to discover them. Happy Monday and happy…

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Hidden Diamond in Goldthwaite, Texas

Coming back from Austin after an interview, I approached the small town of Goldthwaite where I saw a blue sign that said something about a botanical garden. I was like hmmm? Botanical Garden? Driving further into town I saw another sign next to a modern building about the garden. I quickly did a U-turn, parked,…

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