I think Spring must have encountered this sign, because the cherry trees bloomed in Kyoto this year before they bloomed here, and that’s completely unnatural. It’s slowly warming up-ish, but today was cloudy. I did manage to get my antique Chinese cabinet home and I accidentally bought about $50 worth of Japanese stamps. Stay tuned. 
Picky Fish
Two Days in San Diego
High Times in the Tidewater
Buzz Kill
Pictures of said Chinese cabinet please!
The Botanical Garden sounds amazing! I love unusual statuary and things among plants and trees. Your photos of the blossom are beautiful.