One of my favorite things to do is take a daily nature walk â a respite from the sameness of my indoor routines and work.  As I drink in the fresh, clean scent of the outdoors, I snap photographs of natural patterns and colorful flora growing along the path.  I see everything from a new, unique perspective out in the wild; it refreshes and energizes my spirit.
What beautiful things do you see in your own walk of life?
Today Iâd like to share a special photo essay with you.  I used my cell phone to capture a stunning, rainbow hued bouquet of color, during one of my meditative walks this spring.  I find it fun and calming to keep a photo journal of my experiences as I journey through life.  I think youâd find it rewarding too, especially when you look back on all the digital memories youâve preserved.
Please allow me a peek into your world and share your favorite flower with me.
I came across this beautiful poem, that can gently help us remember to appreciate ourselves as we walk our life paths each day.
Value yourself
Inspired by – Mary Anne Radmacher
Roses are my favorite. I am especially fond of yellow roses.
Envy comes to mind.It’s been so long since I’ve been to the desert.Your so blessed
Hi Allan,
It was a beautiful trip, thank you.
Ann
Hi Ann, I like the yellow one. They looks like fragile but still joyful and they seems to have strong will to survive.
Wonderful photographs, I like to wander the alleys, seeing what pokes their heads out from arround fences…
Hi Wally,
I have so many more to add. ツ
Thank You,
Ann
These are just beautiful photos Ann. My favorite is the peony and I’ve been watching mine begin to bloom. The bloom only lasts a few days so you must check it daily. It’s a little like watching boiling water though. It hasn’t fully bloomed yet. I think it’s my favorite because it does not last long and it smells so wonderful.
The photography displays the delicate petals
and the color of flowers. I am in awe of all the flowers and consider them God’s Art Work. I love wildflowers because the pop up and take the opportunity to grow.
Ann,
Great photos. Thanks.
Currently, I live in Singapore and I get the question often on what I missed most about Melbourne, a place I still called home. The four seasons is a privilege we do not enjoy in the tropics.
Spring time is about flowers and sunshine. Love all of them.
Cheers,
SengHee
Absolutely awesome photo blog post, Ann. I’m so taken by the pictures and setting you’ve created for them, that I forgot to answer your question.
Since they are still so vibrantly in bloom here, I’ll choose the rhododendron, but don’t expect me to keep that as my favorite. 😉
Playful blessings,
Stan (aka @muz4now)
Hi Stan,
I love them all! ツ
Thank YOU,
Ann
As of today, my fave flower is the Bleeding Hearts, the name of which I’ve only just learned. Before I knew better, I thought they looked like elegant little upside down ballerinas in frou-frou dresses and poised arms. 🙂
I really love the poem. It hadn’t occurred to me to tackle a challenge by renewing myself. I’ve always straddled it and attempted to hog-tie it, like a cowgirl at a rodeo, imposing my will and all of those (yawn)”tried and true” methods of solving dilemmas. Very stressful. Becoming new to face the dilemma seems much more affirming. Empowering.
Thank you, Ann.
Hi Gabrielle,
Stay focus, keep smiling ツ
Ann
Gorgeous photos! For me, it’s magnolias, their beauty and lovely fragrance.
Hi Sue,
I love magnolias, especially the white ones.
Thank YOU,
Ann
Hi Ann
What stunning pictures 🙂 I like the purple feathery ones – are they a type of clematis? All are beautiful though. At home my favourite are Aquilegia oo and dahlia’s or maybe hollyhocks!!!!!
Love
Di x
I believe the purple feathery ones are from the tulip family.
Ann
Beautiful photographs – beautiful insightful words.
Hi Vivienne,
Thank YOU!
Annツ
Thank you for the gorgeous flowers and the inspiration, dear Ann!
Hi Larisa,
Thank YOU!
Ann ツ
Dear Ann
You have a wonderful eye for beauty and so lucky to have so many exotic flowers on your doorstep, I particularly like your clematis flowers and the white bleeding hearts. Here in England, the exotic species are becoming more available, but we have to be careful where we keep them.
My favourite flowers are the peony and the rose, white flowers too, but I love all flowers. <3
Thank you for the poem too, it is very inspiring.
Julie x
Hi Julie,
The cactus flowers are from the Southwest and not in our region. I live in the east coast. I was in AZ last month and was able to capture the beautiful image on my walk. Yes, it’s hard to pick a favorite flower as they are all unique and beautiful.
❤Ann
I appreciate your beautiful photos and your kind words of wisdom Ann. Have a terrific week!
Hi Gary,
Thank you for sharing. ツ
–Ann
Hi Ann,
My personal favorite flower is Sunflower 🙂
But every flower is beautiful and every flower brings a smile ^_^
Cheers!!
Sneha
Yes, I agree with you, flowers brightens up my day and heart. °\(ツ)/° ☼
❤Ann
I love that you’re taking time to photograph the roses… I must confess I do the same with clouds all the time. They fascinate me, and looking back through my photos, the favourite cloud shots from various days always make me smile.
As for a favourite flower? So hard to say… But magnolias have a special place in my heart.
Hi Amanda,
Funny that you mentioned clouds, I came across this link last night and clouds will be my next subject to photograph ツ How to: Create Stunning Clouds Photography http://j.mp/JL2E5C
I can’t pick a favorite either, but I do love orchids.
❤ Ann
Dear Ann,
First of all…thank you so much for all these beautiful pictures and the poem. If I tell you that I have no favorite flower because I love them all! Can you see what kind of world I have?
Regards,
Mari
Hi Mari,
Yes, I LOVE them all.
❤ Ann
Ann,
This is so beautiful. The cactus flower is my favorite – just stunning. The purple Iris reminds me of my childhood. They grew behind the house. I always loved them.
Thank you for posting!
Jane Cabrera
Hi Jane,
Yes, my first time seeing cactus flowers from my recent Phoenix trip. Thank you for sharing.
Ann
Thank you for the beautiful flowers on Mother’s Day. From a twitter follower.
Hi Vicki,
Happy Mother’s Day to you. ツ
Ann