Flowers

In high school and even a few times in college I found myself as the recipient of flowers....My first thought was always '"that was a lot of money on something that will be dead and gone in a few days".....(maybe that is why Russ has only purchased flowers for me a few times....most of which, I might add, were before we were married....) I typically would have preferred to get something that will be around longer, a good book, a piece of jewelry, perfume, etc.....

One day while reading The Essential Writings Of Ralph Waldo Emerson" I came across this thought:

"Flower and fruits are always fit presents; flower because they are a proud assertion that a ray of beauty outvalues all the utilities of the world."

Since then I have had a different respect and appreciation for flowers! This post is also a tribute to Russell's mom and my mom as they have always loved & cultivated beautiful flower gardens!! Much love to our dear mothers!!! Thanks for your examples of love and respect for nature!

The Little Guy and I went on a scavenger hunt around our yard for flowers! Here is what we found....Enjoy!