Timely words for me, indeed. You see, the first photo features a dozen beautiful pink roses I found at the grocery store on clearance. I look for them all the time in order to do this to them. But my time ran out as I was busily preparing to fly away for a week and visit my mother in another state. But wouldn't you know it...while I left these behind, I discovered these growing outside a restaurant back in the northern woods of Wisconsin where my mother lives.
After I placed my take-out order, I asked the young gal helping me who planted all the beautiful roses outside. This look came across her face as if she were thinking, "Beautiful roses? I've never noticed any roses outside." Seriously. I kid you not. But she turns to this man sitting behind her who she identified as the owner of the place, and asked him my question. His whole body shifted and he visibly sat straighter as a huge smile crept across his face and he proudly announced, "I planted them." Well, I only further made his day when I asked him if I could take some photos of them.
He might still be smiling for all I know. That would only be fair because everytime I look at these photos, they sure make my heart smile.
I hope you'll enjoy their little faces as much as I have...
There's lots more pink to be seen by visiting Beverly at How Sweet the Sound where you will find a complete listing of all of today's participants in PINK SATURDAY! But before you do that, I wanted to share a blog I've enjoyed visiting of one of our newer Pink Saturday Ladies. Her name is Tammi and the name of her blog is Visions of Vintage.
Thank you for stopping by! I always enjoy my visitors and your sweet comments.
xo Sue
they truly are stunning roses so glad you made his day happy pink saturday
Posted by: valerie | Saturday, October 03, 2009 at 03:54 AM
Happy Pink Saturday, Sue. I wish you lived near me because I could supply you with plenty of roses to preserve.
I love your found pink roses. It is so wonderful to find beauty in unexpected places. And, I know you certainly made his day, and bless his heart for making Pink Saturday special for all of us.
Posted by: Beverly | Saturday, October 03, 2009 at 07:32 AM
Your blog is so pretty! Lovely lovely roses...he should be so proud! What editing software do you use? I loved your French graphics overlay and the other art you used for your photos. Happy PS!
Posted by: Jillian | Saturday, October 03, 2009 at 08:38 AM
Sue, the roses are just lovely! They always seem to do better when the weather gets a little bit chilly!
I hope all went well with your mother's move and she's settling in nicely.
Thanks for sharing and Happy Pink Saturday!
Blessings,
Teresa
Posted by: Teresa | Saturday, October 03, 2009 at 09:39 AM
What beautiful photos. You have outdone yourself. I could almost see the smile on that man's face. Don't you love to make others feel so happy. I hope you are having a wonderful day.
Posted by: Mary | Saturday, October 03, 2009 at 10:15 AM
What gorgeous roses! I've never tried the silica gel or drying flowers, but now I think I will! Thanks for the tips, I linked to see your previous post! And the roses outside the restaurant are just gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous! Happy PS! Suzie
Posted by: Suzie Button | Saturday, October 03, 2009 at 12:36 PM
Pink roses are probably the best pink there is. Pale pink, bright pink...it is impossible for me not to smile when I see pink roses.
♥, Susan
Posted by: black eyed susans kitchen | Saturday, October 03, 2009 at 02:39 PM
Thank you for making us smile too with your sweet story and glorious photos!!!
~*Happy Pink Saturday*~ I miss participating, must get my act together :)
Posted by: ~*~ Patty Szymkowicz | Saturday, October 03, 2009 at 03:21 PM
Oh Sue...what a nice post! I LOVE the pink roses, both those from grocery store and those you discovered outdoors. Your story is so touching, what a way to make someone's day!
I just wanted to thank you for mentioning me in your blog...I am so touched and flattered.
Have a wonderful Pink Saturday!
Posted by: Tammi | Saturday, October 03, 2009 at 05:45 PM
The air is cooler, the days are shorter, winter is on its way. From now until April of next year I will have to rely on Pink Saturday for my pink fix!
Thanks for participating this week and for helping my day be just a little bit more pink and sweet!
Wishing you a wonderful weekend filled with the love of family and good friends.
Posted by: Mimi | Saturday, October 03, 2009 at 10:03 PM
Bellísimas rosas.
Happy Pink Saturday!!!
Posted by: Charo | Saturday, October 03, 2009 at 10:10 PM
a mother is so precious. happy pink saturday!!!
Posted by: Iphigenia | Sunday, October 04, 2009 at 02:07 AM
Your found roses are so pretty, I loved the story too, Happy Pink Saturday, Char
Posted by: Char | Sunday, October 04, 2009 at 11:56 AM
Sue, I love those speckled roses and the post. Happy Pink Saturday, a little late.
Posted by: Nancy | Sunday, October 04, 2009 at 05:06 PM
How FABULOUS these roses are - especially the first photograph. What an unusual colour - not quite a dusty pink, not quite a mauve. I love it: very low key and subtle. I love your preserving idea as well, it's a great post.
Happy Pink Saturday, so sorry I am (as usual) late... this time I blame eBay, because I just spent a frustrating 7 hours listing stuff. And am now officially exhausted, so the rest of the PS ladies will have to wait till tomorrow!
Posted by: Susie Jefferson | Sunday, October 04, 2009 at 07:31 PM
Beautiful! And so nice of you to make that gentleman's day!! HPS!!
Posted by: Jenny The Red Bulletin Board | Monday, October 05, 2009 at 10:59 AM
Mother's love is priceless everything has to pay a price for its worth.It has no worth at all.Beautiful Roses i like roses a lot.It is a symbol of love and affection.
Thanks...
Posted by: virginia bed and breakfast | Thursday, October 08, 2009 at 09:12 AM