Coweta Fayette Real Estate & Newnan Homes for sale blog by Richard Weisser of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Metro Brokers

Sometimes there is golden joy to be discovered in the midst of disappointment! I found it yesterday and Spring is just around the corner.

 

Spring has arrived in Newnan Georgia by Richard WeisserI went to preview a bank foreclosure for an out of state buyer yesterday. It was in a very rural area in the westernmost part of the county. And although it was chilly and a brisk wind was blowing, the sun was shining and it was a nice day for a drive.

The house was a bit of a disappointment, as it needed a lot more work than was expected, and that would probably keep it out of the buyer’s price range, There was termite damage and mold, much likely the result of water infiltration.

In addition the mechanical systems seemed to need repairs or replacement, making this particular property more of a project than a prospect. I took some photos to document the condition and then headed back to the truck.

It was that that I espied the glorious harbingers of Spring! There were clumps of the beautiful golden “jonquils,” as we call them in the south, in full bloom and announcing that finally, Spring is just around the corner!

And although these early birds typically bloom in February, this year has not been typical at all. It has been colder and snowier than I ever remember in my thirty-seven years of living in the area!

My attitude changed at the moment I saw these yellow blooms. I am rejuvenated, and ready for anything. My entire outlook on life is now one of excited anticipation!

Spring has sprung, and I for one, am glad!

Golden jonquils in Coweta County Georgia

 

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Comments

Richard:

How beautiful.  That must have made the whole trip worth while.

Posted by Christine Stalsonburg (Exit Realty Paramount) 5 months ago

Richard, I am jealous! How beautiful, I can hardly wait myself. Although I see tips of something emerging from the ground at my daughters home.

Thank you! There is hope!

Posted by Andrea Swiedler - REALTOR - Greater New Milford CT, Litchfield County & More (Prudential Adams & Associates, REALTORS, New Milford CT) 5 months ago

SPRING IS COMING!  SPRING IS COMING!

The only Daffidils I can see so far are the ones I'm growing in my Sunroom.

 

Posted by Lenn Harley, Real Estate Broker, Virginia & Maryland (Lenn Harley, Homefinders.com, MD & VA Homes and Real Estate) 5 months ago

Richard,

I am so past ready for evidence of spring!!  I am thankful tho the sun is out today and I am sure that will change my attitude if just for one day.

Posted by Don Rogers REALTOR®, GRI O'Fallon MO & St Charles County MO homes (RE/MAX Gold) 5 months ago

What a beautiful photo! We have sunshine and blue skies today! Yeah!

Posted by Dick and Dixie Sells, Your Tampa Bay Florida Connection (Future Home Realty) 5 months ago

We've not started seeing too many signs of spring yet here in NC, but if it's happening in GA, surely it won't be long.  I miss my flip flops!  Thanks for the inspiration!

Posted by Vickie Osoria (Keller Williams Realty) 5 months ago

As always, beautiful shots, Richard. How do you initially set them up on the camera?

Posted by Bill Saunders (Hot Springs Arkansas Real Estate (Diamondhead Realty)) 5 months ago

Christine...

It did indeed. Thanks for the comment.

Andrea...

You need to move farther south! It's time for us to get going in the garden. Thanks, my friend.

Lenn...

Ugh, and they are predicting more snow for you this week. WOW. THX

Posted by Richard Weisser Coweta Fayette Real Estate 5 months ago

Richard. We call them daffodils. These are my favorite flowers and they announce the arrival of Spring. Thanks for the reminder that it is just around the corner.

Posted by Ellie McIntire Real Estate in Howard County Maryland (The McIntire Team of Long & Foster) 5 months ago

Hi Richard, love those flowers! Yellow flowers of any kind can get you in the mood for Spring. I can't wait to start planting and turning drab into fab! :)

Posted by Jackie Connelly-Fornuff Century 21 AA Lindenhurst NY Real Estate (Lindenhurst Babylon West Babylon N. Babylon West Islip Islip) 5 months ago

I am just yellow with envy, Richard! But your shots give me hope too.

Posted by Irene Kennedy Realtor® in Northwestern NJ (Weichert) 5 months ago

Richard, that is great news. Means we aren't far behind. We still have some snow on the ground that is slowly melting away. Thanks.

Posted by Michael Setunsky (Michael's Commercial LLC) 5 months ago

Tulips and Irises can't be far behind. As the Everly Brothers sang, "all I have to do is dream".

Posted by Joe Pryor.com REALTOR® Oklahoma Investment Properties (Redbud Realty) 5 months ago

Hi Richard, I had the same feeling yesterday but instead of seeing flowers, I saw beautiful big SNOW FLAKES. It's hard to believe spring is almost here.

Paul

Posted by Paul Smith (Prudential California Realty (Tahoe City)) 5 months ago

Richard - Woo hoo !  It is amazing how quickly one's attitude can be changed by a vision such as this, or just thinking about spring in general !

Posted by Christopher and Stephanie Somers - Realtors - Philadelphia Real Estate (Owner - RE/MAX Access) 5 months ago

They are definately very late this year.  In the past, we always had them blooming on Valentine's Day.  One year I had one bloom on Ground Hog Day.  I am still waiting to see one this year.  You're on the south of the city so maybe I'll see one soon up in Sandy Springs.

Posted by Tim Maitski "Video Agent Guy" (HomeAtlanta.com) 5 months ago

Great pics, Richard.

I can't wait to try my new camera out on some colourful spring shots...should be soon...at least that's what I keep telling myself...should be soon....

Posted by Pam McInnes - Here to Help You and Your Pets (Team Realty K.W. Inc., Brokerage - Kitchener, ON Canada) 5 months ago

Richard,

Beautiful photos, we love daffodils!  In wine country they bloom everywhere wild along many of the roads, they are a delight to the eyes.  Thanks for the post.

Posted by Ron & Alexandra Seigel (Luxury Real Estate Marketing) (ra@napaconsultants.com) 5 months ago

Richard...YOu have flowers blooming and I am awaiting our next snow storm.  Maybe 2 befoe spring.

Posted by William Feela Realtor 651-674-5999 No. Branch,MN (WHISPERING PINES REALTY) 5 months ago

Can't wait to see them here.

Posted by Lisa Glowacki - Rhode Island & Massachusetts 5 months ago

Richard,

Love the pictures!  It is true....it does so much to lift the spirits!  I can't wait till we get ours in bloom...right now we are still in snow drops....which have a beauty of their own...

Posted by LORI COFER ~ PULLMAN WA -- Realtor® ~ 509-330-0086 (Beasley Realty) 5 months ago

Richard as I make this comment and look out the window and the latest snow drop, that seems so far away, but at least it is a hope. Thanks for sharing.

Posted by Ed Silva CDPE, GRI, ABR, Real Estate Agent (RE/MAX Partners, LLC, Prospect, Ct) 5 months ago

awesome...even though we have been having warmer weather...I have yet to see my crocuses...I cant' wait...

Posted by Deborah "the BzyBee" Byron-Leffler PMN, SFR (Keller Williams Realty Boise) 5 months ago

Flowers blooming already.  We're still trying to thaw out here in sunny Florida. Guess it is a sign of all the good things to come.

Posted by Rob Arnold, metro Orlando full service, investor friendly & foreclosure Realtor (Sand Dollar Realty Group, Inc.) 5 months ago

Spring IS coming. Lately, while walking on the beach, I've been avoiding the waves. Now I AM able to get my feet wet.

Posted by Terri Poehler Parkland & Coral Springs Real Estate (Re/Max Professionals Real Estate) 5 months ago

Very nice! We are under more than a foot of snow, so I don't expect to see daffodils for another month.

Posted by Erica Ramus - Realty Executives / Pottsville PA Real Estate 5 months ago

We expect to be in the 50s today and the sky is clear blue.......I can't wait for Spring.  This afternoon I am going for a drive and hope to find some early blooms to photograph.

Posted by Ann Allen ~ SRES ASP e-PRO REALTOR® ~ Birmingham Alabama Luxury Homes (Keller Williams Realty) 5 months ago

Richard - very nice photos, and love the flowers. I recently was previewing a home, and saw the flowers, and posted them a few days ago!

Posted by Sharon Paxson Newport Beach Real Estate (Prudential California Realty, DRE License 01501912) 5 months ago

Yes those are a glorious announcement of spring, so short lived and beautiful.

Thank you

Posted by Mike Warfel (Bauer-Reno & Assoc.) 5 months ago

Richard, daffodils definitely do it for me-----remember those fields of them in Dr Zhivago?

Posted by Charles Buell, Seattle, WA, Home Inspector (Charles Buell Inspections.com) 5 months ago

Richard, we get that same awesome feeling when we see the first blooms on the Japanese magnolia trees.  They just "busted out" in the past week, also later than usual.  Today I'm putting the last of Christmas stuff in storage (also later than usual), so today is a good day.  Have a great one.

Posted by Sallie Williams, MBA, Baton Rouge REALTOR (Keller Williams Realty RED STICK PARTNERS) 5 months ago

Hi Richard... nice pictures. Beautiful blooms. Here we're seeing the Japanese cherry trees blossom. It's the mildest winter I can remember in many years. I'd better get my camera out and get going.

Posted by René Fabre (The Talon Group) 5 months ago

Richard, always enjoy good quality photographs. It is great to see the flowers starting to bloom already.

Posted by Ted Tyndall- FL Homes for Sale-Palencia, World Golf Village,Nocatee,St. Augustine (Davidson Realty Inc.) 5 months ago

Hi Richard, your photos brightened my day!  No signs of Spring here, so I will have to take heart with yours :-)  Thank you!

Posted by Mary Douglas, REALTOR ®, Red Feather Lakes, Colorado (United Country Ponderosa Realty) 5 months ago

Richard It's amazing how nature has the ability to change our mood whether it be a beautiful flora specimen or a chirping bird on a windowsill. Lovey photos.

Posted by Cynthia Bartch ~ Redesigned Spaces ~ Georgia Home Stager/Property Stylist (N. Atlanta, GA) 5 months ago

And not a moment too soon!

Spring will be here before we know it!

 

Posted by Craig Rutman North Carolina (Raleigh Area) Realtor (Home Buyer and Seller Specialist) 5 months ago

Whoopee!  What a beautiful picture depicting the coming spring!

Posted by Celeste "SALLY" Cheeseman HAWAII Relocations & Real Estate (Century 21 Liberty Homes) 5 months ago

The power of flowers!  It's a sure way to lift the attitude and these are beautiful  I'm waiting for our flowering trees to begin blooming, messy as they are.

Posted by Marlene Hoffman - Naples Beach Condos (Downing-Frye Realty, Inc.) 5 months ago

Hi Richard -- There is just something special about flowers -- they always make me smile and feel good.  We are in the throes of winter still here in Cleveland so I will live vicariously through you.  If you ever tire of real estate, you could easily be a professional photographer.

Posted by Chris Olsen Broker Owner Cleveland Ohio Real Estate (Olsen Ziegler Realty) 5 months ago

Gorgeous, Richard! I call them daffodils, and they are my all time favorite flower - they smell so very sweet!

Debi

Posted by Debi Boucher - "Realtor Showcase" Real Estate Photography/Virtual Tours ( Real Estate Showcase Photography) 5 months ago

What an encouraging photo! I didn't know you called them jonquils, fun to know!

Posted by Dawn Maloney, CDRS Elite (RE/MAX Commitment) 5 months ago

Hi Richard... Spring has not sprung here quite yet, but I have been seeing bulbs pushing up from the ground lately, so I am hopeful it will be here before too long!  I love the photos!

Posted by Steve Shatsky, SFR - Dallas Real Estate & Short Sale Specialist (469)449-9840 (Prudential Texas Properties) 5 months ago

Richard the bright Yellow flowers give me hope we are still in the throws of winter here...but I know this too will change (thank God).

Posted by Steve Loynd, Alpine Lakes Real Estate Inc., Loon Mt, NH. 5 months ago

Richard, I'm so glad that you had a 'moment' yesterday. It's amazing how small things stimulate an attitude shft and a remarkable memory. Hope it's the start of a really great week.

Posted by Vickie Nagy, Realtor, Pre-Foreclosure Specialist Certified, CDPE 925.407.7987 (Keller Williams Realty in Danville CA) 5 months ago

Richard, I'm so glad that you had a 'moment' yesterday. It's amazing how small things stimulate an attitude shft and a remarkable memory. Hope it's the start of a really great week.

Posted by Vickie Nagy, Realtor, Pre-Foreclosure Specialist Certified, CDPE 925.407.7987 (Keller Williams Realty in Danville CA) 5 months ago

Richard - We too have a few struggling daffodils trying to absorb our flashes of sun. I'm rooting for them !

Posted by Claude Cross-Charlotte NC Real Estate(Homes By Cross, Inc.) 5 months ago

What a nice day brightner!  Thanks Richard.

Posted by Kirsten Lindquist (Pacific Union International - Christie's Great Estates) 5 months ago

Richard, life is such a mixture of the hardship and the beautiful, and I am VERY GLAD you experienced that.

Posted by Gary Woltal - Associate Broker REALTOR® Dallas Ft. Worth (Keller Williams Realty) 5 months ago

Definitely ready to see spring! Thanks for sharing.

Posted by Joseph Keech (Blue Atlantic Properties) 5 months ago

Thanks for the floral shot. If you saw them there, can Spring be far behind here in Colorado? I am ready for some color on our landscape.

Posted by Guy Thomas (WR Starkey Mortgage) 5 months ago

Hello Richard,   Thanks for the lovely pictures of the daffodils, I think. They are a sure reminder that spring isn't far away. What a sad world it would be without flowers.....

Patricia/Seacoast NH

Posted by PATRICIA AULSON, REALTOR Portsmouth NH Homes-Hampton NH Homes (PRUDENTIAL VERANI REALTY- Portsmouth NH Real Estate ) 5 months ago

Certainly has been a wild winter...  It will be nice to have a little warm weather... but then it will get seriously hot again. 

Posted by Lane Bailey - REALTOR & Car Guy (Diamond Dwellings Realty) 5 months ago

Sorry to hear about the house, but those pictures are fantastic. 

Posted by David Monsour (Prudential Bob Yost - Sites, Gettysburg, PA) 5 months ago

No Spring Yet in Noo Yawk

Posted by J. Philip Faranda (J. Philip LLC) Westchester County NY 5 months ago

Our jonquils are starting to bloom, also,  We it was warm enough to do some spring clean-up in the yard today (usually it would have been "winter clean'up" but it's been too cold & wet!  The hellebores (also called Lenten Roses) are in full bloom, too!

Posted by Paul & Diane Boykin (Keller Williams Realty Greater Athens) 5 months ago

Thanks for posting. I am ready for spring and for the flowers to start coming up here in Denver.

Posted by J. David Lampe, Web Savvy Denver REALTOR (Denver Real Estate Group) 5 months ago

We live close to Punxsutawney, PA. Phil says we have another two weeks.

Posted by Gregory Bain (BayShore Agency) 5 months ago

Nothing like the bright colors of spring and the smell of dirt in the air to get your heart beating.

Posted by Diane Osowiecki Greater Nashville Real Estate (Diane O and Friends - Benchmark Realty) 5 months ago

Richard:

Those are gorgeous flowers and give me warm thoughts of spring just around the corner.

Lovely!

 

Posted by Claudette Millette - Metrowest Mass Buyer Broker (The Buyers' Counsel) 5 months ago

I can't wait 'til those little buggers show their face here.

Posted by Tammie White Franklin TN Homes For Sale (Keller Williams Realty) 5 months ago

Richard:

That sounds like an inspiring trip.

Thanks for sharing!

Posted by Agent Aaron | Hill Country TX Homes For Sale | Austin TX MLS | Avoid Foreclosure (Austin Texas Homes, LLC) 5 months ago

Richard - What a pleasant sight to greet you after seeing that house. A good sign of better weather to come, I'd say.

Jeff

Posted by Jeff Dowler ~ Carlsbad Real Estate ~ 760-840-1360 (RE/MAX Moonlight Beach (CA DRE Lic. # 01490977)) 5 months ago

I'm sure spring is going to be a welcome relief to many around the country this year.  How nice that you were able to find this sign after the disappointment of the property.

Posted by Christine Donovan Costa Mesa Real Estate Broker/Attorney 800-610-7253 DRE01267479 (Donovan Blatt Team - Donovan Group Realty) 5 months ago

Good morning Richard,

What beautiful shots! Spring is coming although we still may have some interruptions before we really get to enjoy the season. Isn't it amazing what a lift that bright yellow little flower can give?

Posted by Dorie Dillard: Canyon Creek & NW Austin Living (Coldwell Banker United) 5 months ago

I haven't noticed any blooms here in the north yet, but it feels lately winters grip is lessening.

Posted by James Quarello - ASHI Certified CT Home Inspector (JRV Home Inspection Services, LLC) 5 months ago

I am definitely jealous - haven't seen any signs of first flowers here in Michigan - I love to garden and it would definitely have cheered me up to find these - thanks for the vicarious cheer up!

Posted by Cathy Tishhouse Royal Oak Real Estate (RE/MAX Showcase Homes) 5 months ago

Spring really is coming! It's been a long winter here in Georgia -- I've enjoyed the snow as we've had more than usual, but I'm ready to see some flowers too!

Posted by Pam Turner, REALTOR®, e-PRO®, SFR (Century 21 Belk Realtors Dalton GA) 5 months ago

Richard,  Thanks for the hope!  We are probably a week or so away from blooms...sure has been a dreary winter here in Northern Arkansas.  I am looking forward to the wild plum trees, redbuds then dogwoods!

Posted by John Howard (Century 21 LeMac Realty) 5 months ago

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