Getting to the heart of a cactus flower

It’s a jungle out there…

…if you’re this little and inside a cactus flower.

Lens-Artists Weekly Photo Challenge #19: Magical Light: night lights and…

As tempted as I was to go with a beautiful morning in the park or a stunning sunset, I decided to go with the lights I saw a few years ago looking out at LA from Griffith Planetarium with my daughter.  I thought the shot turned out rather well, considering it was taken with my iPhone 5s.

And then while I was scrolling, I found this photo, a complete opposite, so I thought I’d feature them both for contrast.

Then I decided to go with one more and yes, it’s from the park.  After that, I decided I’d better stop, even though I had a lot more.  🙂  Have a happy, blessed Monday filled with magical light.

all for Lens-Artists Challenge

 

Friday flowers…between two thorns

It may not be a rose, but it’s certainly between two or more thorns!  I like the contrast between the sharp thorns and the soft flower.  Be careful if you attempt to pick this flower!!

Friday flowers…desert beauty