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Diana Pappas's avatar

Did you smell them? I grew some sunflowers a few years ago and the smell was intoxicatingly delicious - I don't know if it was the variety I grew or if they are all heavenly scented? Love your late summer ritual!

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Sheila Moeschen's avatar

Thanks Diana! I didn’t dare stick my snout too close and get in the way of so many busy pollinators on these lovely faces. I think you might have stumbled upon a delicious variety—I can’t say I’ve encountered a distinct smell. Lucky you! Please give that experiment another go on your new land and report back! X!

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Diana Pappas's avatar

Now if only I can remember which variety it was! I will be chasing this ambrosia for the nose and will definitely report back, in time!

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Sheila Moeschen's avatar

HA!! Yay! That’s the way to do it!!

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Mark White's avatar

One of the most photogenic flowers. Colors, textures, personalities. They gave it all!

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Sheila Moeschen's avatar

They really did!! I became a little obsessed with their incredible crowns and all that lovely design…I took A LOT of “one more from behind” shots :) I REGRET NOTHING! :) Thanks so much!

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Switter’s World's avatar

I love sunflowers, in a platonic way, of course.

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Sheila Moeschen's avatar

You know, it’s really all good! We are quite progressive here in Massachusetts. You do you :)

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Lonely Robot Theme's avatar

How gorgeous!!

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Sheila Moeschen's avatar

Thank you SO much!! 💛🌻

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Lonely Robot Theme's avatar

You’re so so welcome 🥰 keep up the good work x

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Sheila Moeschen's avatar

Aww! You are so kind! Means a lot…gratitude! 🙏🏻❤️

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Lonely Robot Theme's avatar

You’re so so welcome, thank you for brightening my day 💕🥰❤️

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Sheila Moeschen's avatar

My pleasure! Truly! Yay- The Internet is NOT just a soulless abyss! 😉🎉

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Lonely Robot Theme's avatar

It’s far from soulless with wonder people like youx sharing beautiful and inspiring stories xxx

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Rachel Jeffrey's avatar

I love sunflowers! We've been growing them in the backyard and they always bring such cheer! However, they also signal the start of the school year and the end of summer, so seeing them is certainly bittersweet.

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Sheila Moeschen's avatar

I hear you and feel the same. I'm always so happy to see them, but they are an end-of-summer arrival. You are lucky to have them right outside your door! Enjoy!

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Renee Hale's avatar

“Floral cyclops” is the perfect descriptor! You can’t help but stare at their big, dark, eyes…Are they secretly getting ready to take over the world?!

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Sheila Moeschen's avatar

You know, I think they are and I am both ready and here for it! They can’t do any worse, right? :)

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Sharron Bassano's avatar

"And besides, it’s impossible to stay gloomy walking through corridors lined with sunshine, built on hope." Thank you, Sheila, for taking us along on this heavenly walk. Just amazingly beautiful.

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Sheila Moeschen's avatar

Thanks Sharron! So glad you enjoyed these sunny, cheerful gals! X!

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