hearing thunder
watching and waiting
smiling as rain falls
dripping through evergreens
quenching a parched earth
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| Mariposa Lily after rain |
This morning, I checked if the Mariposa Lilies were blooming near West Ice Arena in Breckenridge. The ground was still damp from last night's rain. Wildflowers looked fresh in the filtered light of the forest. I'm still practicing with my magnifier lens. These photos are handheld - I'm finding it difficult to stay still enough when I press the shutter. But, the Lilies were creamy and lovely to behold! These delicate lilies grow for a brief time in early summer. Even though they've been stressed by the unusual dryness, they managed to bloom.
This morning they glistened and glowed in the sunlight.
These are so pretty I would love to use them as a screen saver! How are you my friend? Are you seeing a lot of smoke from the fires? How sad...be safe.....hugs...
ReplyDeleteWhat an unusual and dainty lily. Wonderful mosaic Barb. :)
ReplyDeletewow, they're so pretty! and so glad you got at least a little rain there. may there be more coming for all of colorado.
ReplyDeleteOh what a relief it must be to have the rain. I'm happy for you, Barb.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful news! You received at least a little rain! I am happy for you. These lilies are lovely!
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Wonderful photos Barb! Pleased to hear you have had a little rain.
ReplyDeleteGreat pictures, I hope the danger of fires is gone now with this rain.
ReplyDeleteGreetings,
Filip
Beautiful, glad to hear you got rain.
ReplyDeleteBarb, you captured these beautiful flowers beautifully. They are so delicate looking and are so wonderful and soft feeling. It's like a tiny slice of heaven. Enjoy your new lens and be grateful for what little rain you did get. Carol
ReplyDeleteI love the water droplets. Lovely shots. Wishing you lots of rain without lightning!
ReplyDeleteTis pure beauty. One good thing. I love the premise of this blog!
ReplyDeleteThese photos are exquisite Barb! I hope it has been raining all over Colorado and especially on those wild fires. I was deeply saddened to read about them in another blog earlier this evening.
ReplyDeleteI've missed catching up on your blog, internet has been spotty, and I've been busy until I fall asleep!
Oh, what joy! Rain and the beautiful Mariposa Lily in bloom. I had forgotten about this magnificent flower...your photo triggered a memory of the pasque flowers blooming on south facing slopes in the beautiful Colorado Rockies. Praying for more rain and less lightning for you.
ReplyDeleteOh, wow, this is so lovely. Did you use that lens you got a couple of months ago? Glad you are getting rain. We are waiting for a storm to hit now, too.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Sandy. Yes, it's the Raynox which I clip to my zoom - really takes some steadiness. However I've seen some amazing shots that others have taken using it!
DeleteIts raining here in Mumbai too. What pretty and delicate lilies. Beautifully captured. Have a happy week ahead Barb:)
ReplyDeleteI've never seen a Lily like that before Barb. Very unusual and pretty. Your photos came out great! I am envious of the rain part. We still haven't had any in I don't know how long. Everything is dying. Here's to the rain!!! Love Di ♥
ReplyDeletethey are so lovely ~
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