Flowers

Flash fiction — The couch was far more comfortable than it looked. And the room was pleasant with a welcoming feel. Not what I had expected. A tempting bouquet of wildflowers sat in a vase on a solid brown desk. “What brings you in to see me, Jonathan?” asked Dr Bloom, with a…

Fourth Week of June — Those who look for the beauties in the extraordinary things will miss the beauties in the ordinary things! — Mehmet Murat ildan This week in photos reminded me that there is so much beauty in the ordinary.

Or how I keep my stress in check This year I am lucky enough to have my own garden. I’ve always been interested in plants in a vague kind of way. I’m no born gardener, but I’ve always felt best outside. …

From rays of light and drops of tears that the eyelid dresses. — On the easel in immensa, the creator the smile in the eyes paints, From rays of light and drops of tears that the eyelid dresses. In the hour he gathered the colors in an order of him known And they dance their short game in a silent silence. …

I’m revelling in them — This flower appeared on Monday. It had the look of Cow Parsley. I think this is gift from the birds who nest in the honeysuckle above. I have no memory of ever planting anything like this. Birds have really enjoyed my garden this summer. The silver birch is maturing, giving…

Mammoth sunflowers earn top honors as my favorite variety. The garden drama queen grows up to a foot with 10- to-12 inch flowers. Just seeing those rich yellow petals wrapped around its burnt-almond orb sparks images of fairies hiding in the leaves and peeking out from the flowers. Or maybe…