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Monday, May 19, 2014

Flower Power

Since I'm an only child and my aunt's two girls are the same ages as my children, they've always called me Aunt Gail, even though we're first cousins. I love that. After moving back to Baton Rouge two years ago, I have had the opportunity to get closer to my family, my "adopted" nieces especially. All three of us suffer from bouts of depression from time to time, so if I'm not lifting them up, they're lifting me up. It's pretty wonderful. Here are the flowers from my youngest niece/cousin. She surprised me with them last week, filling my heart with joy and love. Remind me sometime me to tell you the story about why Double D refuses to buy me flowers and hasn't since 2/14/1991...another post for another day. I absolutely love getting fresh flowers! Thank you, Chris, for being the special girl you are. And for loving me.






43 comments:

  1. Optimistic ExistentialistMay 19, 2014 at 5:48 AM

    Gail I think it's wonderful that the three of you life one another up like that. How inspiring :) and lovely photos as always.

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  2. AndyMay 19, 2014 at 5:50 AM

    Beautifully photographed.

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  3. PantherkaMay 19, 2014 at 5:52 AM

    Wow, those are beautiful flowers.
    Greetings.

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  4. RoanMay 19, 2014 at 5:52 AM

    The flowers are beautiful. It's nice you are all there for each other during the low times.

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  5. Carole M.May 19, 2014 at 6:07 AM

    beautiful dahlias; I love them all...

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  6. AnvilcloudMay 19, 2014 at 6:25 AM

    They a gorgeous flowers with that white fringing.

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  7. Author R. Mac WheelerMay 19, 2014 at 6:52 AM

    purdy :)

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  8. orchid0324May 19, 2014 at 7:24 AM

    GORGEOUS dahlias for you to brighten your mind so much♡♡♡ So wonderful three of you can support each other mentally. I thought about my aunt who supported me when I lost my brother. Family is always precious♬♬♬

    Sending you Lots of Love and Hugs from Japan to dear Gail, xoxo Miyako*

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  9. Bas.May 19, 2014 at 9:00 AM

    geweldig wat een heerlijke bloemen.

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  10. AnonymousMay 19, 2014 at 9:02 AM

    These are really lovely, Gail.

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  11. StephanieMay 19, 2014 at 9:25 AM

    So very lovely! I am amazed at how close I feel to the flowers - I can even see the pollen :)

    Hugs to you, Gail!

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  12. TexWisGirlMay 19, 2014 at 9:25 AM

    just beautiful - and i love that you have each other, there. :)

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  13. IrmaMay 19, 2014 at 9:26 AM

    What a wonderful series of photos of the flowers, Gail.
    The last picture is my favorite
    Greetings Irma

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  14. UnknownMay 19, 2014 at 9:41 AM

    Sounds like a wonderful happiness team, you three. Lovely photos Gail

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  15. UnknownMay 19, 2014 at 9:41 AM

    Sounds like a wonderful happiness team, you three. Lovely photos Gail

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  16. UnknownMay 19, 2014 at 10:07 AM

    WOW.. Your flowers looks beautiful. I Love to get flowers as well. In fact I just bought myself some Gardenia's.

    Happy Monday.

    Hugs~

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  20. AnonymousMay 19, 2014 at 10:25 AM

    Beautiful. Amazing how something natural perks us up.

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  21. ShugMay 19, 2014 at 11:24 AM

    A big Blessing!! So sweet of your (niece) to send these.... don't you just love sweet surprises like this?
    It's great to have those that can support you when you are down, as well as you supporting them. When my sister died, my niece and I became each other's support group.
    Enjoy today!!

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  22. UnknownMay 19, 2014 at 12:16 PM

    Wonderful! These are gorgeous.

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  23. Evelyn S.May 19, 2014 at 12:20 PM

    Every so often, I see these flowers in floral departments. They are such a vibrant color ...and the white makes the "magenta" pop. I love flowers anytime; my oldest son sends them for occasions and I buy them for myself the rest of the time.

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  24. Camila Rafaela FelippiMay 19, 2014 at 12:48 PM

    The flowers are amazing, I loved the colors!

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  25. Wally JonesMay 19, 2014 at 1:02 PM

    Gail, this is a wonderful post on several different levels.

    Terrific photos of your flowers!

    Have a blessed week.

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  26. Buttons ThoughtsMay 19, 2014 at 3:03 PM

    Oh Gail you are all so blessed to have each other to lift each other up. They are beautiful. Can't wait to here DD flower story. Hug B

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  27. Ruth HiebertMay 19, 2014 at 3:47 PM

    Beautiful.You do the same as me,when I get flowers,they have to be photographed. Please do share why Double D won't buy you flowers,I'm curious.

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  28. Brian KingMay 19, 2014 at 5:48 PM

    Wow, gorgeous colors!

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  29. UnknownMay 19, 2014 at 7:41 PM

    Neat flowers. I like how you really got up close to them.

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  30. WillowMay 19, 2014 at 7:48 PM

    That was so special to get flowers , I do love fresh flowers !
    What a gorgeous bouquet ~ and what absolutely beautiful photos of them !!!

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  31. DebbieMay 19, 2014 at 8:01 PM

    Gorgeous clarity, love the color, love the pops of yellow!!

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  32. DeniseinVAMay 19, 2014 at 9:24 PM

    Oh wow Gail, those flowers are really special and a gorgeous gift. Your photos have given them incredible depth, exquisite!

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  33. AnonymousMay 19, 2014 at 10:41 PM

    What stunning shots of these gorgeous flowers!

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  34. IndraniMay 20, 2014 at 1:07 AM

    Lovely dahlias. Certainly mood uplifting.

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  35. BeateMay 20, 2014 at 5:41 AM

    Beautiful flowers! And what a sweet gesture to bring you those to cheer you up :) What kind of camera/lens do you use to get these amazing close-ups?

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  36. nookwormMay 20, 2014 at 8:47 AM

    What lovely photos. You really know what you're doing. P.S. I do not like cut flowers but love your photos.

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  37. SuzanMay 20, 2014 at 9:16 AM

    LOVELY!!!

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  38. hootnonnyMay 20, 2014 at 3:46 PM

    Nothing better than family! The flowers are beautiful...lovely POVs!

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  39. HelmaMay 22, 2014 at 1:52 PM

    Here you still instantly happy :-))))
    Just gorgeous!

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  40. Sallie (FullTime-Life)May 22, 2014 at 8:32 PM

    Beautiful flowers and a touching story to go with them.

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  41. AnonymousMay 23, 2014 at 10:22 AM

    You have wonderful "nieces"

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  42. maryaustriaMay 25, 2014 at 4:22 PM

    Wow, what a wonderful series of photos! You showed all the beauty!

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  43. HilaryMay 26, 2014 at 1:50 PM

    What a sweet and thoughtful gift. And beautifully photographed. And you're not the only one wishing for flowers that never come.

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