Prettiest Tree on the Block

For a few days every spring, I have the prettiest tree on the block!

Its a big, old tree that shades our yard for most of the day.  One of these branches may be strong enough for a swing.....

I wish I could snip a branch to bring some of the flowers inside

but sadly the blooms never last long.

I would love to have a patio in the shade of this tree for hot summer afternoons :)