I am currently on “vacation” where the intent is really to check on family. My first stop was my youngest and his family. We went to the zoo and while it was great, the entrance was covered in zinnias. They were really beautiful.

I love how Zinnias are actually clusters of tiny flowers surrounded by larger petals.


They seem to smile at you letting you enjoy their beauty.

All living things want to feel the kindness of life that is around them, even flowers. Share their smile with others and watch them smile back. A smile speaks volumes and is an easy way to be kind.


Oh wow, I had no idea that Zinnias had smaller flower clusters in the middle. Gorgeous. I’m going to point his out next time with the kiddos. Thanks for sharing your observation.
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It amazing the things you see in closeup photography.
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True! I often get surprised at what I missed by just looking at it and then comparing it with the photos.
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Oh what stunning colors you were able to capture with these zinnias 😀
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The entrance to the zoo had several [planters filled with them. Quite stunning.
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Lovely zinnias!
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Beautiful photos.
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