Thursday, May 31, 2012

Summer Rose

Summer sun beams down.
On summer rose in full bloom.
Summer rose beams back.





I spotted this heart-shaped leaf in the hedge. Interesting that it was pink - don't you think? :)



I have prepared this post for both Floral Friday Fotos and Recuerda Mi Corazon (Haiku my Heart).

58 comments:

  1. beautiful photo and sweet.

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  2. Do you know that I love Roses the most? Okay maybe 2nd to Calla Lily! They are so lovely! I loved your haiku--as lovely as the rose!

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    1. That is so nice of you. I love roses and peonies! There are no flowers that I do not like really :)

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  3. Gorgeous rose!
    Thank you for visiting me:o)

    Helene

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    1. Oh, Helene - you had the MOST beautiful tulips!!

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  4. Wonderful red rose!
    Heart-shaped leaf is like a grateful greeting from nature.

    Have a nice weekend

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    1. I thought the heart-shaped leaf was like a little wink ;)

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  5. The roses are stunning. I have seen the same variety of roses and absolutely loved them.
    Cheers!

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  6. Roses are so hard to keep healthy. I don't even try. Yours are thriving and gorgeous!

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  7. Such a beautiful rose described well in your Haiku!
    Love the color of the leaf and all those detailed veins!
    Beautiful images!
    Carletta's Captures

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  8. Hi Libby, thanks for following my new blog, have you seen my old one, i post some interesting things there now too! haha! I think i love the pink leaf more than the rose, as roses are anywhere!

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    1. Yep - the little leaf is definitely more rare! I'm going to go check out your older blog too - liked the new one :)

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  9. Such beautiful photos and poem!

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  10. Already blooming roses? You are so lucky! Thank you for the haiku :)

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    1. Its these crazy weather patterns, I think!

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  11. a beautiful rose always appreciated. :)

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    1. I like them too! Thanks (as always) for commenting~

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  12. Absolutely beautiful, Elizabeth. While I like the roses, I find the heart shaped leaf exquisite. Thank you for sharing.

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    1. Thanks, it peeked out when I walked by the neighbor's hedge ;)

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  13. What a gorgeous, bright colour that rose has... your haiku makes it shine even brighter! Yes... summer's here, with heart-shaped hearts and all! Enjoy!

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    1. Yep :) I plan to enjoy every day of it! Thanks so much for the kind words!

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  14. The sun and the rose have this "thing" going,don't they? :)


    Too Early for Crows

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  15. Stunning photograph and lovely haiku. Roses are indeed my favorite flower! How wonderful nature is:)

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    1. Thanks! My parents will be happy so many people enjoyed their roses :)

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  16. i can smell the sweet fragrance of our summer rose!
    thank you for this delicate haiku and perfect heart shaped leaf.

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  17. {{ because you Noticed
    in a sweet poem...
    they bloom
    even
    more,
    i do think }}

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  18. Loved that last line. Beautiful pics.

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  19. A heart leaf! Love that!
    And beautiful roses and haiku :)
    Enjoying the summer times ~

    Have a great weekend!

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  20. The whole post would make a wonderful Valentine's Day Card. Beautiful.

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  21. That rose took my breath away!And you have done her great justice with your haiku.

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  22. Your roses do seem to glow.....lovely photos and delightful haiku...

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  23. What a beaming Rose and hiaku that!!

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  24. The sun and the rose are smiling at you too, Libby. Very beautiful haiku :)

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  25. The rose is beautiful indeed, but that pink leaf is stunning. I think you needed to see it, but i don't know why. Glad you shared it with us. Thanks for the comment at my blog. I appreciate your visit.

    Peace

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  26. Hi Libby,

    Your roses are exquisite and how cute to see the pink heart shaped leaf. I very much enjoyed my visit.

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  27. love the pinkish leaf among the green!
    thanks for your visit.

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  28. what a lovely rose! do you happen to know the name of it? your haiku does it proud!! that pink leaf is worth pressing!

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  29. Oh, it IS beaming back! Lovely haiku and photos Libby.

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  30. The rose exudes beauty and joy. Love the leaf.

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  31. Beautiful poetry to go with the rose and I do see that heart...good eye for detail Libby

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  32. Loved the Haiku verse and your Rose is beautiful! The pink heart-shaped leaf is a terrific find.

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  33. pink heart peeking out
    entwined around hedge foliage
    like my heart with yours

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  34. Exquisite photos of the rose and the pink leaf. Yes, it is beaming back.

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  35. Wonderful series! Best wishes!

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  36. Very beautiful pictures...

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  37. Very beautiful and fine rose ...
    Best regards, Karin

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  38. I'm still waiting for the roses to bloom here so this is a lovely treat!

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  39. Lovely post, Libby!

    I am a little late in visiting from last week due to work commitments, but I thank you heartily for your continuing support of Floral Friday Fotos!

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