Roses of June

Today is my birthday.  I am spending it by myself--and so have chosen to enjoy the beautiful roses in my garden.  I love their scent, variety and the way they look.  Roses always have a happy face.

God bless you, sweet Friends.  My heart and prayers are with you today--you know who you are.

Heart Petals -Guest Heart Thursday

This is a petal from an old fashioned rose bush.  It is such a fragrant flower--as are most antique roses.  This one once graced the garden of our Great Grandmother.  I like to think that she would have loved this flower blooming so beautiful and fragrant next to the pond in Mumsie's yard.

The petals are so perfectly heart-shaped I thought them perfect for Guest Heart Thursday!


For more heart art, photography and altogether fabulous heart stuff from around the world, visit Clytie at Random Hearts for Guest Heart Thursday.

Sparkle Heart -Guest Heart Thursday

Monday, my husband and I took Mumsie to visit Daddy's place on Memorial Day.  Unexpectedly, the sun came out and I was able to capture the sun's rays as they burst over the top of the wall where Dad is.

Then of all things, the sunshine touched the cut glass cross necklace Dad gave to Mom--sending sparkles next to his name.  Daddy--forever in our hearts.  And did you notice?  The sparkle is in the shape of a heart. 

For more heart art, photography and altogether fabulous heart stuff from around the world, visit Clytie at Random Hearts for Guest Heart Thursday.
 

My New Camera

I was devastated when my wonderful camera stopped working.  Thank the Lord, I was able to get it replaced through manufacturer's warranty.  The Canon I had wasn't available and the only one with comparable features was Sony's Cybershot. The above is my first attempt at a closeup.  These are strawberry blossoms!

I experimented with our lovely antique windows.

And the rose on the edge in my garden.

The fireworks on the river were amazing.

I've learned so much about my camera--but it is obvious I have a LOT more to learn!

Candied Roses - Guest Heart Thursday

Yesterday morning when I awoke, everything was covered with frost.  Our thick freezing fog had added a sparkling patina to everything it touched, including this exquisite rose.  The heart is in the top of the rose--doesn't this rose look like it's been candied?  I've heard candied rose petals are quite delicious.

For more heart art, photography and altogether fabulous heart stuff from around the world, visit Clytie at Random Hearts for Guest Heart Thursday!

The Fragrant Dew

The fragrant dew

From rosy lips

Falls gently to the ground.

To share its joy

With those who seek

To find what can't be found.

-- By Beth Niquette 

Have you ever had a moment that just falls into place?  That's what happened just now as I saw this photo -- the words just flew out of my fingertips.