Stop and See the Roses
I was out catching up on a few blogs and was impressed with Carmi’s question for the day: “When you take a moment to observe what others do not, what do you see?”
Carmi impresses me on many levels. His blog is simple, inviting, engaging and thought provoking. His photos are awesome and I love how he packs so much value into so few words. So I’m picking up his challenge today. A few days ago I shared some photos of what inspires me - the word that defined them all was growth.
Today I’ve gone back and edited the photo of the rose bud and added it’s counterpart taken a few moments ago - exactly 5 days later.
Carmi, this is what I see. It is potential, it is growth. It’s always there, but so often overlooked with harsh judgements, haste or just plain ignorance. This is what I strive to take the time to observe. Thanks for helping me stop for a moment and share - not just stopping to smell the roses, but stopping to see them.
So it’s so NOT wordless, but it works for me so this will be my WW post this week. *wink*
[blenza_autolink ww]
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Always loved budding roses, instead of full-bloom roses. After reading your post, I guess I now know why.
Have a great Tuesday (and Wednesday, too!)
Mike
http://somethingaboutparenting.typepad.com/
Well, it sure works for me!
Comment by Mike — March 13, 2007 @ 2:19 pm
Ever notice how a person’s pics seem to mirror what they’re feeling? I wonder if a person mainly shoots roses if it makes for a rosier person. In any case, you’ve got a way with the words and the pics, that’s for sure. Hugs back.
I have noticed that, I find so many things reflect our personality - including my kids….LOL That’s a loaded comment to be sure…Thanks for the nice compliment!
Comment by therapydoc — March 13, 2007 @ 2:54 pm
I love the sentiment of your message, Holly. You took the time to observe, and in doing so you recognized potential realized. This is such an inspiration - as is your kindness toward me and my work.
I can’t thank you enough.
BTW, we’ve had some happy news from our corner of the world. Details on my blog.
You deserve it.
Congrats on the new addition too!
Comment by Carmi — March 13, 2007 @ 7:01 pm
Beautiful post. Sometimes people are so quick to judge the thorns that prick that they miss out on the beauty of the rose.
Amazing how many great lessons we can pull hugh? Love the thorns concept!
Comment by Rose — March 13, 2007 @ 7:50 pm
I am glad you included both pictures. What great shots!
Comment by An Ordinary Mom — March 13, 2007 @ 9:36 pm
Flowers to me means arrival of spring !
Comment by Gattina — March 13, 2007 @ 9:49 pm
Very lovely rose. Nice color too.
Thanks for the visit.
Comment by Friday's Child — March 13, 2007 @ 10:39 pm
Beautiful photos, and a lovely sentiment too - very thoughtful words
Comment by Kai — March 13, 2007 @ 11:02 pm
Thanks for the great post! I cant wait to visit the blog you mentioned and thats a great question and beautiful photo!
Comment by amy — March 13, 2007 @ 11:09 pm
Wow, their beautiful. The only thing better would be to be able to smell them too.
Wordless Wednesday Guess-It is up. Go and take a look and guess!!
Comment by anyhow — March 14, 2007 @ 1:20 am
they look so beautiful and thoughtful stuff..
happy ww!
Comment by Osman — March 14, 2007 @ 1:33 am
beautiful flowers…the colors & the capture! fantastic!
Comment by jenny — March 14, 2007 @ 1:36 am
So lovely.
Comment by Karen (misc mum) — March 14, 2007 @ 1:44 am
Beautiful roses, love the color.
Comment by Imma (Alice) — March 14, 2007 @ 2:03 am
Beautiful photos and thoughts!
Comment by Autofocused — March 14, 2007 @ 4:00 am
I am wordless.
Comment by Brian — March 14, 2007 @ 4:29 am
Great editing job! What a difference a few days can make! My WW is up!
Comment by michelle — March 14, 2007 @ 6:18 am
Beautiful Holly! I really love the technique you applied to the picture, the haze is gorgeous!
Comment by Mary (Mert) — March 14, 2007 @ 7:29 am
I love roses too!
Those are beautiful…
(I feel like I’m repeating everyone else.)
Happy WW! Mine’s up.
Comment by Laura Bybee — March 14, 2007 @ 11:42 am
Simply beautiful!
Comment by Skittles — March 14, 2007 @ 11:58 am
Good post! Happy WW!
Comment by Kuanyin — March 14, 2007 @ 12:33 pm
What a touching post. And what a great reminder that we all need to stop and smell the roses. Thank you!
Comment by Write From Karen — March 14, 2007 @ 12:50 pm
The pictures are simply beautiful and your comment is wonderful, Holly. Thanks for reminding me… Have a great Wednesday =) Sanni
Comment by Coffee 2 go — March 14, 2007 @ 1:28 pm
I can almost smell the rose.
Comment by Donna W — March 14, 2007 @ 2:50 pm
You are so right. Observe the small things, and you’ll learn to interpret the big picture. If you start the other way round, it may end with a catastrophy.
Thanks for sharing this WW thoughts and flowers
Comment by TorAa — March 14, 2007 @ 3:01 pm
Simply gorgeous and I can smell them from here! Beautiful thoughts to go along with the beautiful flowers!
Comment by Linda — March 14, 2007 @ 6:08 pm
So at 2:00 PM on Thursday, I finally get around to looking at a few WW posts! Oh boy;)
I LOVE the rose on the right. Gorgeous! Did you do some photoshopping on it? or a lens filter or something? It would make a great greeting card, wouldn’t it??
Comment by Pass the Torch — March 15, 2007 @ 11:50 am
Oh, and as usual, your sentiment is marvelous. Actually, your whole post could be a greeting card.
Comment by Pass the Torch — March 15, 2007 @ 11:51 am
I’m back from my cruise and the answer to Wordless Wednesday Guess-It is up! Go see if you hit the jackpot!!
Good Luck~
Comment by anyhow — March 16, 2007 @ 8:13 pm