A Wall of Flowers in Quarteria, Portuagl, near the marina. Posted for the Flower of the Day Challenge by Cee's Photography. This picture was taken in May or June in Portugal. They hid the marina from view. Seeing them was such a delight.
I took this photo in El Campella, Spain. It was near some archaeological remains. What I liked was its determination to survive and even bloom in such dry and harsh conditions. It was, like so many of us, a survivor! Posted for Cee's Photography Flower of the Day Challenge, January 28, 2019.
When I saw this image of a woman with all the beautiful flowers, I thought it was so appropriate, as most women think of themselves as nurturers and life givers. I took the photo in Elche, Spain in October, 2019. It is called "The Lady of Elche," and you can find it on many different... Continue Reading →
Not having a garden means that I am about out of flowers to post. But, I wanted to include these flowers from Alicante, Spain, near the marina. Their vibrancy enhanced walking beside the waters of the Mediterranean Sea. As usual, I don't know what they are called, but the red is just stunning! Posted for... Continue Reading →
When I saw these flowers up high over my head, I simply loved the beauty of them. All of the colors reminded me that, in nature, flowers of different colors work together to create beauty and a sense of peaceful coexistence. Oh, that humans would learn that we can do the same.
These flowers caught my eye because they reminded me of the brushes for washing baby bottle. Usually, I see these in red, so the yellow fascinated me. They were just beautiful against the backdrop of the blue sky in a small village on the Costa Blanca in Spain. Thank God for yellow! Simply Beautiful and... Continue Reading →
For Cee's Photography Flower of the Day Challenge, I snapped this photo in Quarteria, Spain near the apartment we were renting. I was loving the riot of colors. I would like to know the name of the flowers, if anyone can help. There was a festive feeling to the flowers, and I felt like dancing.... Continue Reading →
Looking at flowers in a store is just like being in a candy store: As much as you would like one of everything you see, you know that you can only afford a couple of the beauties. So, you linger just to enjoy the view and dream. Posted for Cee's Photography Flower of the Day... Continue Reading →
Flowers to be admired. Photo taken near the ruins of a castle near Quarteria, Spain.
The flowers today are dedicated to my late son, Malcolm, who would have been 43 years old today. He loved bright colors, and was not afraid to wear them, especially shirts and sneakers. The yellow and orange flowers being kissed by the sun remind me of the beauty and constancy of life.
