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Tuesday, August 16, 2011

"Mummy's Torture"




Just across our fence, in the neighbour's yard, this magnificent rose has its head held high. But, there is a huge plumbago bush on our side of the fence, keeping me about two metres/yards from this beauty. My 16 year old son says it "Mummy's torture" to be able to see it but not get close enough to take a good photo. However, I have persevered against breeze, light and not wanting to look nosey and managed to catch some shots with my zoom. I am quietly pleased after a little editing, having turned today's "torture" into a  lasting pleasure and satisfaction.

Sharing with Simple Pleasures, LEM: Bokeh (chosen as a favourite).


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29 comments:

  1. MarianneAugust 16, 2011 at 9:26 PM

    So wunderwunderschööön ♥

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  2. Karen @ Pieces of ContentmentAugust 16, 2011 at 9:50 PM

    Thank you Marianne.

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  3. LisaAugust 16, 2011 at 10:33 PM

    Gorgeous!

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  4. JillAugust 16, 2011 at 10:54 PM

    Beautiful!

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  5. Seraphinas PhantasieAugust 16, 2011 at 11:14 PM

    Stunning ! The colors and the whole picture ! More... :-)

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  6. Isabel SorianoAugust 16, 2011 at 11:28 PM

    Bellísima con ese rojo pasión tan intenso. Saludos

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  7. Janettessage.blogspot.comAugust 16, 2011 at 11:32 PM

    Everything worth preserving through brings us a prize...your rose is a beautiful prize

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  8. Gail DixonAugust 17, 2011 at 1:26 AM

    Gorgeous bloom! Great green background to show off the deep red.

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  9. SivindenAugust 17, 2011 at 3:51 AM

    Just beautiful against the green background!

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  10. Lisa GordonAugust 17, 2011 at 4:00 AM

    This is absolutely gorgeous!
    Glad you got the shot!

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  11. EG CameraGirlAugust 17, 2011 at 6:50 AM

    Good for you for being tortured no longer! It's a very nice photo. :)

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  12. Ms.DaisyAugust 18, 2011 at 12:34 PM

    I am so glad you persevered and caaptured that gorgeous picture. A lovely color too.




    ~Jean

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  13. Nikki (Sarah)August 18, 2011 at 9:52 PM

    stunning shot

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  14. Kay KAugust 19, 2011 at 1:55 AM

    Beautiful ................

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  15. Tammy@T's Daily TreasuresAugust 19, 2011 at 3:00 AM

    My goodness! That is one big beautiful bloom! Thank goodness for zoom. Best wishes, Tammy

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  16. JennieAugust 19, 2011 at 10:44 PM

    Just beautiful! What a blessing to be "plagued" with such a passion for photography!

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  17. Dayle ~ A Collection of DaysAugust 20, 2011 at 6:28 PM

    Yowzer! It's magnificent!

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  18. Lisa August 26, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    Im in love with this. Stunning.

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  19. Light TriggerAugust 26, 2011 at 12:58 PM

    great composition and bokeh!

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  20. YvonneAugust 26, 2011 at 1:44 PM

    Wow what a great shot :)
    LOVE the colors!

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  21. Katie @ Wildwood CreekAugust 26, 2011 at 1:44 PM

    Beautiful color and composition!

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  22. A Sunny Yellow WindowAugust 26, 2011 at 2:00 PM

    Fresh and lovely! What a bright start to my day :) Found you through LEM, you have a good day!

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  23. SaraAugust 26, 2011 at 4:10 PM

    Beautiful, great work, love the gorgeous green bokeh too.

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  24. UnknownAugust 26, 2011 at 10:24 PM

    Just beautiful - the bokeh and the rose!

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  25. Thoughtfully Blended HeartsAugust 26, 2011 at 11:35 PM

    That is one fabulous rose...I'm glad you persevered and got this amazing shot!!!!

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  26. CallieMarieAugust 26, 2011 at 11:56 PM

    Oh, this is just gorgeous! Perfect!

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  27. TaraAugust 27, 2011 at 12:05 AM

    This is stunning. I adore it. I love the bokeh, the composition and the color is beautiful...!

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  28. LauriAugust 27, 2011 at 2:03 AM

    This is lovely, the bokeh and the texture of the rose.
    linked from Live Every Moment: a photo challenge

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  29. RayAugust 27, 2011 at 12:20 PM

    Gorgeous shot!!

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