We just returned from taking son and daughter-in-law, Mike & Natalia, to the airport after a 9-day visit. On the way home we talked about what a good time we had and what a wonderful man Michael is, and how lucky we are to have such a wonderful daughter-in-law. I didn’t want them to leave – but we have friends arriving tomorrow so the bedroom needed to be cleared.
I took them to the Naples Botanical Garden on my normal Tuesday morning photo shoot. They wandered the trails and paths while I enjoyed the flower colors in the overcast morning light. Of course I treated them to my ritual of drinks and scone at the cafe overlooking the lotus pond. Mike asked if I was able to take a photo of the purple flowers with their heads pointed towards us. This photo is my good-bye gift to them.
A New Day: Living Life Almost Gracefully 
What a lovely farewell gift! Always nice to have family come visiting. 🙂
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Wow! Beautiful. Especially now as our winter storm here in SD has just begun and is projected to last for another day. It’s all white and windy.
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It is so hard to remember the color in the garden when it is covered in white. I here spring is coming for the north – but we are staying put for a couple of months. 🙂
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Fond memories so enrich our lives. You have indeed been rewarded with family. Great post. Cheers.
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I smiled so many times during the visit when remembering a joyful life.
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A most beautiful image, Pat. What a lovely visit they must have enjoyed with you. 🙂
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Wonderful to be able to share your special place with family.
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A stunning farewell gift, Pat.
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