How much color is a “Woman of Maturity” allowed to wear, anyway? Mother Nature gets away with quite a lot: yellows, oranges, reds, purples, blues and greens of infinite shades. For the better part of the year, she is clad in the most spectacular array of rainbow hues.
And in some parts of the world, she spends months at a time wearing a shroud of monochrome, showing her age and her unique gravity. This hints at perhaps a serious contemplation of the energy it takes to be fecund and exuberantly colorful.
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Such views! The colors are so vibrant for sure and the glimpse into white winter is also very inviting. Great selection, Priscilla!
Thanks, Juls! Are you getting more snow than usual on your side of the pond?
None in Paris… but I went skiing last weekend and that was absolutely awesome! Pics to come 😉
Mother nature provides endless possibilities for the photographer, some great images here.
Thank you Jim! I appreciate your visit and kind comment.
Wow! Every one of these pictures gives me s lift. How beautiful.
Mother Nature knows just how to nurture the soul!
Perfect! Like Mother Nature, this “mature” lady goes for more color than she ever did in her youth!
Now’s the time! Live colorfully and enjoy!
Great take on this – love the story and the pictures to go with it.
Thanks, Leya! Glad you came to visit!
Me too!
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Thanks, Sally, for your favour! Your blooms are lovely!
Thank you for your favour! I appreciate your link and your visit. Lovely blooms!
All beautiful photos, but the feathery frost and arboretum are my favorite!
They are stand outs, for sure. Thanks, Terry!
You’re welcome!