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A new kind of Spring

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Samples of Sakura

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Afternoon Hanami parties and strolling along the blossoms and lanterns. Nighttime Hanami is a slightly different scene . . .

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Posted by Shan on April 9, 2006 05:18 PM |

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Wow, is that ever beautiful. You're so blessed to be able to experience such a wonderful environment, Shannon!

Posted by: Crystal [TypeKey Profile Page] | April 11, 2006 01:26 AM

Thanks, Crystal! It only lasts for about 2 weeks, so I tried to see as much of it as I could. There are so many different blooming seasons, but the Japanese are crazy about cherry blossoms. Some students told me it is symbolic of transistions (April is the new school year) and the brevity of life.

Posted by: Shan | April 12, 2006 11:55 PM

Absolutely beautiful Shan. It must be amazing to experience that.

Posted by: Marie | April 14, 2006 05:48 AM

Absolutely beautiful. we have at least one tree with the same white blossems in our yard, though it only blooms in summer.
I bought carrot, peas, and annual seeds today to take to camp! :)

Posted by: tam [TypeKey Profile Page] | April 14, 2006 02:47 PM

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