The Rain, the Park and Other Things

The post title is also the name of a Cowsills song from the 1960's. My neighbours and I have recently gathered to plan our upcoming annual street party next month, and this year, we've decided that the theme will be the 60's. Below are a few photos which evoked various lyrics from that time. Please remember to click on the photos to enlarge them.

Now the Green Leaves of Summer are calling me home [The Brothers Four]:

After a rainfall, colours appear more saturated. This green plant can be found in Frank's front yard.

Today while the blossoms still cling to the vine.. [New Christy Minstrels]:

Clematis are profuse in his front and back yards.

I'm going to pick that rose and watch her as she grows in my garden (Spanish Harlem) [Ben E. King]:

Lovely roses grow in his back yard.

Raindrops Keep Falling on my Head.. [B.J. Thomas]:

These were both taken from above, shortly after a rainfall.

The answer, my friend, is Blowing in the Wind [Peter, Paul & Mary]:

On the back deck, close to the barbecue, this ornament hangs below the wind chimes, which can be seen in shadow only.

Sitting here on the bench with my back against the fence (Sitting in the Park): [Billy Stewart]

Back at the park near my place, someone's artwork caught my eye.

Let me tell you 'bout The Birds and the Bees and the flowers and the trees.. [Jewel Akens]:

A Mourning dove watches cautiously as I tiptoe in closely for a shot.

Little girls, and boys come out to play. Bring your Dandelions to blow away [The Rolling Stones]:

A robin hops around a dandelion head.

If you're going to San Francisco, Be Sure to Wear Some Flowers in Your Hair [Scott MacKenzie]:

Bachelor Buttons grow all around the park.

Where Have All the Flowers Gone? Long time passing [Peter Seeger]:

Thistles have sharp, prickly stalks but they sure have beautiful flowers.

Pussycat, pussycat, I've got flowers and lots of hours to spend with you (What's New, Pussycat?) [Tom Jones]:

This cat was semi-obscured by plants and fence, watching me but trying not to be seen.

Like a Rubber Ball, I come bouncin' back to you [Bobby Vee]:

Benny's ball tells me that it's time to cut the grass.