Springtime around the KMC

Ducks swim in a pond at Gartenschau in Kaiserslautern, Germany, April 6, 2024. The Gartenshau showcases vibrant spring scenery which is enjoyed by the Kaiserslautern Military Community and local German residents throughout the months of April to October every year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gabrielle Spalding)
Springtime blooms at Gartenschau in Kaiserslautern, Germany, April 6, 2024. The Gartenshau showcases vibrant spring scenery which is enjoyed by the Kaiserslautern Military Community and local German residents throughout the months of April to October every year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gabrielle Spalding)
A wood pole with directional indicators is on display at the Gartenschau in Kaiserslautern, Germany, April 6, 2024. The pole is one of many displays at the Gartenschau, which is open until this October. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gabrielle Spalding)
Cherry blossoms are on full display at the Japanese Garden in Kaiserslautern, Germany, April 10, 2024. The garden is adorned with maple trees, sculpted bridges, bonsai and ponds housing multi-colored Koi fish, and is the largest Japanese garden in Europe covering around 13,500 square meters. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gabrielle Spalding)
The “I Love KL” sculpture is surrounded by flowers in Kaiserslautern, Germany, April 10, 2024. This symbol of love and pride in the village provides a picturesque photo opportunity in front of the Pfalztheater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gabrielle Spalding)
A Japanese cherry tree is in full bloom at the Japanese Garden in Kaiserslautern, Germany, April 10, 2024. The garden is adorned with maple trees, sculpted bridges, bonsai and ponds housing multi-colored Koi fish, and is open from April through October every year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gabrielle Spalding)
Various flora and fauna surround a pond at the Japanese Garden in Kaiserslautern, Germany, April 10, 2024. The garden is adorned with maple trees, sculpted bridges and bushes and water features housing multi-colored Koi fish, and is the largest Japanese garden in Europe covering around 13,500 square meters. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gabrielle Spalding)