June in California?

June started off with rain and dreary weather, and it seemed more like Iowa than California.  My garden is LOVING it!  Which is a good thing. 

Finding peonies in the store also made it seem more like Iowa than California. 

I couldn't resist and bought three. 

 

I may be getting more as they last a long time...
 

and opened up so BEAUTIFULLY!!!

 

I also bought a bottle of wine just because I liked the packaging... it had CUPCAKES on it!
And was called "Red Velvet". (Obviously a blend.)
But it turned out to be a lovely table wine for summer.

On second thought, I think I'll have to get more of both. :-)