The long, cold, dark days between January 15th, when the Plaza lights go dark, and spring can be really depressing here Somewhere-in-the-Middle-of-the-US. Everything seems so barren and grey. As I shot these dead, dried-up wildflowers along Lake Lenexa, I dreamed of just a few months from now when spring arrives and I have beautifully colored flowers to shoot from March through October.
In the meantime, if you don’t already follow fellow photoblogger Carol Welsh over at Flowers, Trees & Other Gifts of Nature, check out her site. The beautiful flower shots year-round bring a little sunshine into my days, especially in the dead of winter.
What about you? Are you a fan of winter, or do you have another favorite season? Do you have a favorite shot below?
Dried Up Flower Photo #1. These look like they used to be some sort of daisy.
Dried Up Flower Photo #2. This looks a bit like the remains of a purple thistle.
Dried Up Flower Photo #3. The extreme close-up of this flower makes it look as big as a sunflower from behind, but I think it’s actually another purple thistle.
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Ooo very frosty! I love that last shot
I’m at the point of winter where it either needs to snow or just be spring already!
I really like the first one. It’s open to the elements, and yet still keep warm
Thanks! I can’t wait to share the same flowers in the spring.
That will be great to see
Fabulous macros, Sage. I like these very much indeed! The composition and bokeh in the first image is particularly pleasing. Excellent!
Thanks! The setting sun was just right on this walk.
I like the last one too. I love odd angles and looking at things from a differnt perspective.
Thanks! I appreciate you stopping by and sharing your encouraging comment!
I love winter, but I love all seasons – as long as they are real seasons with snowy winters, lovely springs and warm summers and autumns with plenty of beautiful colors.
my fave of your shots is no 2. Just because I think it works the best. 
I am a fan of all four seasons, too. It keeps things exciting! Thanks for your “vote” for photo #2.