This is a close-up of a bearded iris blooming in the yard (Germanica Hemstitched). The nice thing about a macro lens is that you see things you never noticed before such as the fluffy “hairs” and the inner part of the bloom. It is a reminder to be a closer and more thoughtful observer of the wonderfully diverse world surrounding us.
Nature and Life Notes 
What an excellent photo! And I like your accompanying thought. (found your blog thru the WordPress topics list) keep up the good work!
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Thanks for the feedback!
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perfect.
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Very beautiful…
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Thanks for the positive comment.
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Excellent photo Mary!!! This world we call home truly is a spectacular place!
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Absolutely stunning macro shot. I love your header birdy shot too!!
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Thanks for the comment–I am very much a beginner with using the camera but working on learning. The header shot of the birds is a purchased stock photo but I liked the colors and subject. I look forward to visiting your site.
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