Bye Bye Butterflies

One of my favorite things about spring, the butterflies at Frederik Meijer Gardens, has left for the year. While I wish they'd stay longer, the butterflies moving on means one big thing - summer is around the corner! :) Below are some of my favorites from this year's butterfly visit.


Highlighted by the sun


Movement


Twins!


Delicate Beauty

More are in my photostream on Flickr.

New Chihuly Glass in GR

So exciting! The Grand Rapids Press recently announced that Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park will be installing another piece of Chihuly glass art this spring in their cafe.
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I love Chihuly glass. This is a close-up of part of the "Gilded Champagne Gardens Chandelier," which hangs in the Gardens' atrium at the entrance to The Grand Room. It's stunning and one of the first things you see when you walk into the Gardens.