I find the rose blossom really appealing, perhaps because so few gardens here have any roses aside from the wild Alberta rose (which looks a lot different). And it’s interesting to see that apple(?) blossoms look pretty much the same in your part of the world as they do in our front yard here in Calgary.

That first photograph of the junior chalk graffiti artist
is great! The fact that you got down to his level in a spot that allowed you to show both his awkward grip and his inexpert efforts compared to what’s possible as he grows really adds a lot. I figure you’re never too old for chalk graffiti. And the best thing? If it looks terrible, just get out the garden hose and wash it away. Otherwise, the next good rain shower will take care it!