
Indian Mallow is a California native plant with silver-gray leaves and bright yellow-orange blossoms. Continue reading
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Burst of Joy Floribunda Rose


These flowers are from my Burst of Joy Floribunda rose bush. The top photo shows a flower recently opened. The second photo shows three flowers that opened earlier in the month. Continue reading
Abstract Art Simplified

Abstract art is sometimes described as a departure from reality using shapes, forms, colors, and textures. Above is a macro photograph I took of a rose from my garden. It is one way I like to create abstract art. Below is a second photo I took of the same rose from a slightly different angle. Continue reading
An Orange Hibiscus

This beautiful orange hibiscus grows in my next door neighbor’s back yard. It’s on the other side of our wall, so I get to enjoy it while I water my own plants. I had to hang over the wall to take this photo. Hope nobody saw me. It was pretty early this morning.

Yesterday I spent the day with my mom in Seal Beach. We had a delicious lunch of enchiladas, beans and rice. We both love Mexican food. I took the above photo while we walked on the Seal Beach pier. It was a wonderful day and as I look at my two photos, I know why I often feel like I live in a little bit of paradise.
Miniature Roses

Miniature roses are very popular for both indoors and out. Continue reading