"The widows are throwing a party in the meadow!" I said, fumbling for my camera. "If people only knew..." (Open-Invitation, 39; 2009)
Honesty - Mosier, OR (April 19)
This flower has the common name "Honesty" (really, I'm not making this up). Here's a little gift from Webster.
Synonyms: honsety, honor, integrity, probity mean uprightness of character or action. Honesty implies a refusal to lie, steal, or deceive in any way. Honor suggests an active or anxious regard for the standards of one's profession, calling, or position. Integrity implies trustworthiness and incorruptibility to a degree that one is incapable of being false to a trust, responsibility, or pledge. Probity implies tried and proven honesty or integrity.
Bachelor Button
"Look closely at my life," said the Bachelor. "There are details you could easily miss." (Virtue, 75; 2009)
Bachelor Button
Did you know that most people (including me) prefer blue to other colors?
Prairie Stars
"Shooting Starts, Prairie Stars and Golden Stars! Oh My!" Said Dorothy. "Is this the Milky Way?" (Young Astronomers, 75; 2009)
Coyote Wall
"Find out where where the sun is shining, and go get some!" (Health-Tips, 75; 2009)
Threadleaf Phalecia
Common Name: Threadleaf Phacelia Virtuous Name: Royal Gaments
"There are clues along the trail," explained Phacelia, "clues of a magnificent origin." (Unspoiled, 54; 2009)
Paintbrush
"You need a delicate brush to catch this landscape," roared Deschutes. "Blues, greens, reds - all muted, of course." (The Painter, 75; 2009)
Indian Paintbrush
"The trail is narrow and steep," said Nick, "...but then there's this!" (Bright Light, 49; 2009)
Lupine
"We've learned to get along quite well," exlained Lu. (Organized, 88; 2009)
Bi-Color Cluster Liliy
"Just when things seem darkest, this shows up!" (Hope, 387; 2009)
Shooting Stars
"Shooting stars! If you don't look for them, you won't see them!" (Signs & Wonders, 465; 2009)
Glacier Lily
"I think Someone is trying to tell me something," said Tom, gazing at the lily. (Transfixed, 29; 2009)
Fiddlenecks
"One must not measure greatness by stature," explained the towering Sunflower. (Lilliputians & Bouquets, 99, 2009)
Babystar
This tiny Babystar wildflower is only 1/16th of an inch in width.
"I may be tiny, but I have a lot to say!" (Note-Takers Guide Manual, 465; 2009)
Bi-colored Cluster Lilies
"Beauty comes from within," explained Dori. (Inner Sanctuary, 76; 2009)
Balsamroot
"A little something for everyone!" (Gifts, 28; 2009)
Balsamroot
"Isn't it amazing what sunlight can do to a weed!" (Look At Me Now!, 88; 2009)
Lupine
"Abused flowers do not bloom," explained the Master-Gardener. (Healthy Plants, "Season-by-Season," 87; 2009)
Grass Widow & Yellow Bell
"Friendship," declared Catherine, "is one the best gifts of all!" (Authentic Relationships, 58; 2009)
Grass Widow & Yellow Bells
"Friendship," declared Catherine, "is one the best gifts of all!" (Authentic Relationships, 58; 2009)
Air pockets
"Herman! Look up! Look up! I think it knows we're here!!" (Other Perspectives, 88; 2009)
White Grass Widow
"Wow! Look at you!" Myrtle exclaimed. Bernice seemed pleased, "Why thank you, Myrtle. I've been invited to the big Wedding, and this is my bridal gown." (The Last Wedding, 39; 2009)
Balsamroot on Coyote Wall
Here's a little something to brighten up your day! Balsamroot on Coyote Wall.
Shooting Stars
"Never underestimate the meadow." Said Catherine. (Dirt, "Origins," 175; 2009)
Location undisclosed
In a nameless oak forest On a far distant hill Stands the lone testimony Of a friend much beloved
"Nick E. Payton Loved This Place." (Epitaph, 1939 - 1994; location undisclosed)
