Open Up and Say Ahhh by alophoto

Open Up and Say Ahhh

This is what I say when I look in the mirror these days!

No, not really.

The hair is growing on my slllllooowly. It is actually. And this weekend, I am going over to my short haired, artist sister, who is going to help me tame and style it. Whip it into shape. Maybe I'll like it yet.

Meanwhile, this screaming orchid caught my eye. It yelled out to me to take it's portrait. Had to oblige.

Oh and thank you so much for your kind comments about my defeated selfie. I am not really that defeated, just sick and tired of dealing with this issue. Yesterday, I took a break and feel better about things. Got a workout in and took care of myself for a change, too. Lately it has just been nearly constant sickness and plagues of some sort and it gets draining.

Guess what?! It's warming up here and today it will be 60!! Such a welcome change!
Your photo shows that spring and new beginnings have indeed come to Ohio!
March 12th, 2015  
@cejaanderson At least to the Conservatory. It was like being on vacation going there for an hour or so. A breath of warm and muggy air and a nice break from the cold and snow. Snow nearly melted. Spring is around the corner!
March 12th, 2015  
This is so very lovely! The focus and lighting are fabulous - an instant must fav for me! Also sounds like you have a great hair plan - excellent!
March 12th, 2015  
lovely detail! nice capture x
March 12th, 2015  
Fav! Beautiful orchid and how cool to find one with that "expression." Spot on colors and DOF.
March 12th, 2015  
Hope you feel better each day. The orchid is a beautiful pink color!
March 12th, 2015  
A beautiful orchid and a wonderful capture . Hope you'll come to love your short hair once your sister has got it styled ! --I am sure you will !
March 12th, 2015  
Beautiful pink orchid
March 12th, 2015  
Beautiful
March 12th, 2015  
Beautiful light and capture fav!
March 12th, 2015  
Pam
So very beautiful! Enjoy the nice weather!!
March 12th, 2015  
lovely
March 12th, 2015  
Gorgeous shot, details, light, focus, dof
March 12th, 2015  
Beautiful orchid, beautifully captured. FAV
March 12th, 2015  
Gorgeous orchid. I totally feel ya on the overwhelming-ness of a sick family! I get so stressed out when my family is sick - very draining indeed! Did you go for a run? I went yesterday in our new town! It was 55 and sunny! Isn't it amazing what a little run and sun will do for you! Take care!
March 12th, 2015  
yay! spring has sprung!
March 12th, 2015  
Gorgeous macro capture with great details and colors! Fav
March 12th, 2015  
@eyeamlisa I did go for a run the other night and then did a barbell class last night. Definitely helps. Where is your new town? Fun to have a new hood to explore!
March 12th, 2015  
so pretty
March 12th, 2015  
A great shot
March 12th, 2015  
You also have a great sense of humor, Amanda. Seeing this orchid as yelling at you is definitely a different way of seeing things. You found a stunning subject to photograph.
March 12th, 2015  
Beautiful capture...Fav
March 12th, 2015  
Lovely capture
March 12th, 2015  
@amandal we are about 40 miles north of Detroit. I actually grew up here, but in a different area of town. I always learn my way around much better by running than taking a car. Yay, endorphins!
March 12th, 2015  
You cracked me up with that title... Fantastic capture. FAV
March 12th, 2015  
Ahhhh

Fabulous capture .You did this orchid justice.
March 12th, 2015  
Very pretty, love the title.
March 12th, 2015  
Lovely flower. So pretty
March 12th, 2015  
Lovely close up. Sorry about illness and lice. I have a number of horrific head lice stories, and worms - got to love kids!
March 12th, 2015  
beautiful
March 13th, 2015  
So pretty, lovely capture
March 13th, 2015  
Lovely!
March 13th, 2015  
You have made me laugh, loved the story and the photo!
March 13th, 2015  
What a beautiful shot, Amanda. Love this beautiful flower. Nice to have warmer weather. It is gorgeous here and will be 80 tomorrow. FAV
March 13th, 2015  
Wow, pictures of happy flowers, and 60 degrees.....feels like the resurrection already!! FAV for this!
March 14th, 2015  
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