Even the cactus
the thick-skinned, unattractive, prickly cactus
is capable of delicate, outrageous, unbelievable beauty.
There's a lesson in there somewhere, don't you think?
"Every spring is the only spring — a perpetual astonishment."
Ellis Peters
British writer, 20th century
I agree. This one bloom that truly amazes me with it's bold beauty.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous blooms! The colors are amazing.
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Hi Barbara...it is amazing that something so prickly can have such a beautiful bloom.Your photo is just breThtzking"
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xo
Dagmar
Fantastic colors ~ the cactus is always a surprising plant isn't it? Protecting it's beauty inside that non-assuming exterior.
ReplyDeleteVery beautiful Barbara!
xo Catherine
These shots are astonishingly beautiful!
ReplyDeleteThese are gorgeous shots. Absolutely beautiful. We have these blooming all over right now, and yes, they're stunning. You've captured it perfectly.
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