Happy Independence Day!

Freedom has its life in the hearts, the actions, the spirit of men and so it must be daily earned and refreshed - else like a flower cut from its life-giving roots, it will wither and die. ~Dwight D. Eisenhower

[Jessika Jane Gilker]

Beautiful composition & flowers! I love the soft background tones! Beautiful quote as well! Have a wonderful day Cindy :)

[Jann]

Hosta flower? Very nice focus and quote. Happy Independence Day to you!

[Cindy McFarland]

@jgilker - Thanks Jessika! You too!

[Cindy McFarland]

@jannkc - Yes, it is a hosta. Thanks so much for stopping by and the nice comment!

[Dana]

Delicate and lovely.

[Cindy McFarland]

@danacarruthers - Thank you, Dana! Appreciate your nice comment!

[Cathy Donohoue]

Excellent shot - and your quote couldn't be more perfect for the day.

[Linda]

Excellent composition, focus and detail. These are so pretty and delicate looking!

[Tessa]

So beautiful. Nice soft composition.

[Carole Imes]

Perfect quote by one of my favorite presidents...so fitting for the times today. The sentiments go so well with the flowers. Happy 4th, Cindy!!

[Cathy]

Perfect quote for your perfect photo!

[beachradish]

Beautiful macro and comp! Happy 4th!

[carol white]

Gorgeous macro shot and super dof!!

[ladyjane]

Very pretty shot - have a happy 4th!

[TerriTh]

Nice sentiment and beautiful picture. You are the flower queen. Happy 4th to you too.

[karenann]

Gorgeous photo ... beautiful composition and colors!! Awesome clarity. Love the quote too. Enjoy your holiday! :)

[Cindy McFarland]

@cdonohoue - Thanks so much Cathy!

[Cindy McFarland]

@grannysue - Appreciate your comments, Linda!

[Cindy McFarland]

@tesssa - Thanks for the nice comment, Tessa!

[Cindy McFarland]

@cimes1 - You're always so kind, Carole! Thanks!

[Cindy McFarland]

@calm - Aawwhhh....too sweet! Thanks!

[Cindy McFarland]

@beachradish - Thanks so much for your support and your nice comment!

[Cindy McFarland]

@carolmw - Thanks Carol! Really appreciate that!

[Cindy McFarland]

@ladyjane - Thank you! Hope you had a good day as well.

[Cindy McFarland]

@tthompsonca - Awwhh Terri, you're too nice! Thanks for the sweet comment!

[Cindy McFarland]

@karenann - Thanks Karenann! Always look forward to your visit and sweet comments!

[Jill]

Happy 4th to you too :) Pretty shot!

[Meredith Jones]

Wow! Such a tack sharp photo!!!! So beautiful.

[Nikki]

What stunning flowers & beautiful color. Great focus

[paula goff]

great focus and dof Cindy. this is really beautiful!

[Cindy McFarland]

@jillmstruss @copperheadglass @nikkic @paulaag - Thanks you all for stopping by and for the nice comments. Appreciate it so much!