“I want to encourage women
to embrace their own
uniqueness. Because just like
a rose is beautiful, so is a
sunflower, so is a peony. I
mean, all flowers are beautiful
in their own way, and that’s
like women, too.”
~ Miranda Kerr
The Beauty of a Peony
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I totally agree with you 100%, beautiful words to go with the amazing color of the peony.
Take care and happy blogging to ya, from Laura ~
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Every one has gifts and talents to share. 🍓 thanks for visiting.
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The beauty of a flower and a woman – perfect. Celebrating the uniqueness of each flower, each woman. Your photo is amazing.
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Thank you. I couldn’t believe it when I discovered it in my garden. 🍓
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Peonies have always fascinated me, so gorgeous… 🙂
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Just like people, each one has its own beauty. Wouldn’t you agree?
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100% agree with the words. Everyone is unique and beautiful in their own way. Love the photo!
I have nominated you for the Encouraging Thunder award. Do check it out on my blog 🙂
https://smilingnotes.wordpress.com/2015/06/17/encouraging-thunder-award/
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I am in awe! 🍓 It is so thrilling to be recognized among the blogosphere of one’s peers. I feel privileged to be in the company of so many talented authors. Thanks very much. Your name says it all…….spreading “smiling notes” to the world at large.
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Thanks a lot for your sweet words. Yes the blogging world is indeed amazing and it feels great to be among so many wonderful bloggers!!
-Shamira
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A pleasure to call you “friend”, Shamira.
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Love the photo and the poem. Thanks for following my blog, cheers Suz.
https://gardentokitchenwithsuz.wordpress.com/
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absolutely true! gorgeous peony! 🙂
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It was like discovering a treasure! Thanks very much!
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Stunning! Nature creates some of the best art 🙂
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I agree. The colors of this bloom seemed to brighten up everything around it! Thanks for pausing to notice. 🍓
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