a spring walk in old town

Hi friends. Today's bento featured lemony salmon salad on a toasted whole grain toast heart, a golden beet "sandwich" with herbed goat cheese, spicy oregano from the garden, romaine, sprouts, grapefruit and a bright yellow Indian sweet. The tiny yellow flower appeared this year next to the clematis vine--cute, no?

I wanted to share the sights of yesterday's lovely walk though Old Town Alexandria with you. Many examples of 18th century neoclassical architecture ornament this city:

 One of my favorite places in Old Town is Historic Christ Church. The church and its flower-rich garden is a place of great serenity, one of those special spaces that vibrate with peace and grace. George Washington worshiped here, back in the day:

 The church yard is lovingly tended and dotted with the resting places of Alexandrians from centuries past.

Amid the calming green foliage, I found radiant flowers, including this iris:

And a magnificent flowering tree with blossoms in citrusy, tropical colors:

Lush peonies:

And roses that amazed me!

A flourishing "Peace" rose with enormous blooms:

Angelic headstone detail:

This rose variety featured multiple colors on one bush and leaves in green and what looked like cream silk:

 

Graceful aquilegia:

Thanks for coming along, and have a happy weekend full of relaxation and fun!