This little insignificant plant is Veronica hederifolia. At this time of year it is growing in every yard in Lafayette. If you are reading this and this post is still fresh go out in your yard and get on your hands and knees and you ought to find it. With a magnifying glass the tiny flowers show their beauty. This picture was taken March 22, 2009.

link to Veronica hederifolia

Revision Mar. 4, 2012:  This plant is Veronica polita, not V. hederifolia.