Good morning. 🌺🌸🪷17 August 2025It’s eight minutes to mealtime and still no sign of Charlie. I imagine he’ll round the corner any minute now to remind me of my duties. And speak of the devil—here he is, muttering something. I swear he tries to talk. Sometimes I think I catch actual words like “let’s go” or “go out.” Is it just my imagination running away with me?Anyway, I’ve prepared breakfast for Charlie. I use all my culinary talents—the same ones I use for myself: I open a can. When Charlie eats, if I stand too close and watch, he gives me the side-eye and a low growl. But when I eat, he plants himself right in front of me and stares until I tell him to go away.Yes, I’ve posted this Jane Goodall quote more than once. It earns the repetition.“You cannot share your life with a dog … or a cat and not know perfectly well that animals have personalities and minds and feelings.” — Jane Goodall#photo #photography #photographer #photographylovers #nature #morning #dogs #flowers

Crepe Myrtle Moment

"A cluster of crepe myrtle blossoms (Lagerstroemia indica) bursts into view, vivid pink petals layered like crumpled silk. Each flower is small but full, with ruffled edges that catch the light in soft waves. At the center of each bloom, a splash of yellow stamens adds contrast—like tiny sparks nestled in a sea of pink.

Among the open flowers are several brown buds, still closed, their surfaces smooth and rounded. They hint at what’s coming next, adding texture and rhythm to the cluster. The green leaves are glossy and oval-shaped, framing the blossoms without stealing focus.

The background is dark—either deep shade or a blurred backdrop—which makes the bright colors pop even more. The pinks feel electric against the shadow, and the whole composition has a sense of quiet drama: bold color, soft light, and stillness.

In the bottom left corner, the image is signed “© Swede’s Photographs,” a subtle mark that doesn’t distract from the scene.

This is a portrait of bloom and contrast—delicate petals, bold color, and the quiet tension between light and dark." - Copilot

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    @Swede1952@universeodon.com I hope you're having a delightful Sunday 🙂

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