Field of Dreams

The recent Spring rains caused this field to erupt in a blaze of maroon and gold.  These native wildflowers are called Gaillardia and are also known as Indian Blanket.  In recent weeks I  had travelled all over the Austin and surrounding area trying to find a wildflower bloom such as this.  I happened to venture out into the weed field behind our house recently and there they were!  It is true that you don’t have to travel far from home to find real happiness….