This flower, in it's final stages of bloom, pollen spilled on the petals, kept drawing my attention. So open, so brilliant and cheerful, still full of life, just in another stage of beauty. Preparing seeds for the next time spring comes, when the warm days and refreshing rain will bring it to life once again.
A pink single-peony.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful.
I have a white one; they are so different from the multi-petaled ones.
Deb,
DeleteThanks for telling me what this flower is. I thought it was a peony, but it looked so different. These are really lovely flowers, aren't they? Thanks for stopping by.
Beautifully done. Each stage of a flower has a special delight.
ReplyDeleteLovely! The spilt pollen looks so pretty against the delicate pink petals.
ReplyDeleteSuch lovely shot, great photo work...
ReplyDeleteBest regards, Karin
Deb - gorgeous macro. It is amazing that you have captured the fallen pollen, dusting the delicate pink petals. The circle of life so eloquently captured in your words and image.
ReplyDeleteVery pretty shot. So delicate. I love it
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful!! I'm loving your macro images!! The details are amazing!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fantastic macro! Wonderfully done. Thanks so much for linking up!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! I love the pink in the heart of the yellow center.
ReplyDeletewow, a real stunner!!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous shot!
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