Category Archives: flowers of Mexico

Mums and Tamales: Flower of the Day, May 6, 2019

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For Cee’s FOTD

Bougainvillea, Flower of the Day, May 4, 2019

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Flower of the Day, May 4, 2019

Flower of the Day, May 3, 2019

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I took several photos of this incredible large bloom in my neighbor’s yard, but don’t know what it is. 

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Clenched Hibiscus; FOTD APR 30. 2019

 

 

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Beaded Flowers: FOTD Apr 28, 2019

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This is the intricately beaded cape of a voladore or “flier.” More about this incredible Mexican ritual later. For now, let’s concentrate on the flowers.

For Cee’s Flower of the Day

Mango Flower: FOTD, Apr 27, 2019

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I couldn’t resist slipping this delicious mango flower into my FOTD post!

For Cee’s Flower of the Day prompt.

White Butterfly on Sky Flower

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The flower is a durante erecta or sky flower, and I want to thank this lovely white butterfly for making this photo! I am trying to crop according to Nancy’s rule of thirds, but there is a problem. What should be the focus of interest—the butterfly or the flower? Which photo do you like best, top or bottom?

For Nancy Merrill’s Rule of Thirds prompt.

And for Cee’s FOTD.

Hibiscus: Flower of the Day, Apr 24, 2019

IMG_1559This little hibiscus bush right next to my kitchen door is very faithful in providing a bloom at a time. Nice to be greeted to this surprise most days when I go out to feed the cats. It is a Spanish Dancer. Love the bloom and love the name.

For Cee’s FOTD

Blue Dahlias: FOTD Apr 23, 2019

 

These gorgeous blue dahlias were just part of the centerpiece at neighbors Sergio and David’s sumptuous Easter brunch.

For Cee’s Flower of the Day