Tuesday, February 14, 2012

Roses for Valentine's Day


Roses for Valentine's Day.

The petal maze of a rose seems unending, spiraling into infinity.


Hues of magenta wrap around a rosebud to encapsulate a magical surprise...




 A blush of pink unfolds a sense of mystery.


And when all is revealed, an enigma remains.


Life is the flower for which love is the honey. --Victor Hugo

Why do we celebrate Valentine's Day?  History of Valentine's Day.


Happy Valentine's Day!


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23 comments:

  1. Bumble Lush GardenFebruary 14, 2012 at 9:56 AM

    Roses are so beautiful. There's a reason these flowers have captivated so many people for so long.

    I'm so glad you posted that Victor Hugo quote. Do you know that I got that in my fortune cookie not long ago? I kept it because I thought it was a nice sentiment, but I'm glad to have a real attribution for it now.

    Happy Valentine's Day!

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    1. The Sage ButterflyFebruary 15, 2012 at 5:22 PM

      That is such a wonderful quote to receive in a fortune cookie. I hope I receive that one someday. Happy Valentine's Day1

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  2. AnonymousFebruary 14, 2012 at 10:08 AM

    Roses are my favorite flowers,thanks for the beautiful photos!

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    1. The Sage ButterflyFebruary 15, 2012 at 5:22 PM

      Roses are one of my favorites. Looking at this bouquet, I am yearning for my roses in the garden.

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  3. IndraniFebruary 14, 2012 at 10:17 AM

    Wow! Excellent variety!

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    1. The Sage ButterflyFebruary 15, 2012 at 5:23 PM

      I like the various colors in this bouquet...and they complement each other so well.

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  4. Curbstone Valley FarmFebruary 14, 2012 at 11:49 AM

    Beautiful photographs, I love the variety that can be found in roses. Happy Valentine's Day!

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    1. The Sage ButterflyFebruary 15, 2012 at 5:24 PM

      I am sure if I dedicated an area for a large rose garden, I still would not be able to have all varieties. I like surprises...

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  5. Carolyn ♥February 14, 2012 at 12:21 PM

    Beautiful images... Happy Valentines to you! ♥

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    1. The Sage ButterflyFebruary 15, 2012 at 5:25 PM

      Thanks, Carolyn. I hope you had a very nice Valentine's Day.

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  6. KarenFebruary 14, 2012 at 1:40 PM

    Great photos! Happy Valentinue's Day!!

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    1. The Sage ButterflyFebruary 15, 2012 at 5:25 PM

      Thanks, Karen. I like my bouquet this year with all of the colors.

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  7. HolleyGardenFebruary 14, 2012 at 3:44 PM

    Happy Valentine's Days! These are beautiful -remind me a bit of Georgia O'Keefe.

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    1. The Sage ButterflyFebruary 15, 2012 at 5:26 PM

      Thanks, Holley. I wish I could duplicate Georgia O'Keefe, but I think her paintings were too unique to ever duplicate.

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  8. alison@thisbloominglifeFebruary 14, 2012 at 4:18 PM

    My favourite flower ever, as we turn to autumn I'm already wondering which varieties I will add to the garden this winter! Love the gratefulness post, it really does make a difference to how we see the world.

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    1. The Sage ButterflyFebruary 15, 2012 at 5:27 PM

      Thanks, Alison. Those roses are another thing for which I am grateful. They brighten up my days...

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  9. agreenearthFebruary 14, 2012 at 4:28 PM

    What beautiful roses, and so timely. Thank you for your visit and your special comment.I loved your statement `I really believe in the body's ability to heal. And I want to help it along as much as I can'.

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    1. The Sage ButterflyFebruary 15, 2012 at 5:28 PM

      You are welcome! As I age, I hope I can continue to believe that.

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  10. elaine February 15, 2012 at 3:36 AM

    Perfect pictures for Valentines Day - a taste of things to come

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    1. The Sage ButterflyFebruary 15, 2012 at 5:28 PM

      I am looking forward to roses in the garden...it shouldn't be too long now.

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  11. cherryFebruary 15, 2012 at 6:47 PM

    Hope you had a wonderful day the roses are beautiful.. I too am waiting to see them bloom in the garden..
    Have a wonderful week. hugs, Cherry

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  12. Carolyn @ Carolyn's Shade GardensFebruary 15, 2012 at 9:25 PM

    Lovely as always. Happy Valentine's Day.

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  13. shellyApril 14, 2012 at 3:48 AM

    Excellent post.I want to thank you for this informative read, I really appreciate sharing this great post. Keep up your work...
    Flowers Toronto

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'I see trees of green, red roses, too
I see 'em bloom for me and for you
And I think to myself, what a wonderful world'
--What a Wonderful World

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