Mum's the Word












Now that our days are cooling off I can plant Chrysanthemums.
My mom always loved these "Autumn Beauties." 
Hope you enjoy.

I also want to send a big
HAPPY BIRTHDAY 
out to my "best friend forever,"
We started out our artful blogging journey around the same time and continue to share lots of good memories and fun times.
Sending birthday hugs to you my friend! 

Becca


Comments

Unknown said…
Thanks you so much that is so sweet of you.. And so is this sweet shot of the Chrysanthemums.. You captured them perfectly.

Hugs to you my BFF!!

~Linda
October 12, 2011 at 7:58 AM
TexWisGirl said…
beautiful shots! and happy birthday, linda!!!
October 12, 2011 at 8:30 AM
Rosie Grey said…
These are so gorgeous, Becca! And thanks for the info - I'll hop over to Linda - maybe I'll get a piece of the birthday cake ;-)
October 12, 2011 at 8:44 AM
Steph said…
they are beautiful...arent' they.... I love their colors....I'm so enjoying the relaxing music as I am typing.....it's so calming to be here.....
October 12, 2011 at 8:56 AM
Gillian Olson said…
Beautiful rich colours.
October 12, 2011 at 9:23 AM
Susan said…
Beautiful mums! There’s something about the third one that is simply delightful!
October 12, 2011 at 10:09 AM
Dianne said…
LOVE mums! They are my favorite flower and come in so many varieties! They are like the utlimate fall flowers!
October 12, 2011 at 10:45 AM
Anonymous said…
Cute play on words and fantastic photos. xox Corrine
October 12, 2011 at 12:30 PM
Pamela said…
I love these flowers too! Love their fragrance !
Happy Birthday to your special friend Becca!!

Have a blast at Steely Dan...awesome band!!!
Pamela xoxo
October 12, 2011 at 1:12 PM
Linda @ Itsy Bits And Pieces said…
So pretty, Becca...mums just feel like fall to me!
October 12, 2011 at 3:23 PM
Judy S. said…
Nice photos, Bcca. I love the mums that look like daisies also..such interesting colors! And you're right, they spell fall.
October 12, 2011 at 3:36 PM
Cynthia Schelzig said…
Wonderful shots!! I just got back from vacation and am suffering severe jet lag....so I will go check out what I missed while I was gone...lovely music to sooooth my aching head,,,,nature sounds...just perfect...thanks, I needed that:)
October 12, 2011 at 4:04 PM
A Garden of Threads said…
Stunning photos!!! Happy Birthday to you BBF.
October 12, 2011 at 5:36 PM
Justine said…
wow these shots are stunning, beautiful colours!
October 12, 2011 at 9:10 PM
Lisa Graham said…
Pow! That's what your photos did. Beautiful. I love love mums too.

Following your birthday friend now. Pretty blog she has.

♥ Lisa
October 12, 2011 at 10:16 PM
manomij said…
Great photos Becca! Mums are such lovely flowers and they go so well with fall, the colour warms you up when the weather is starting to turn.Blogging brings some great friends, so Happy birthday Linda!
ManonX
October 13, 2011 at 12:40 AM
Catherine said…
These flowers look like they are on fire Becca ~ fantastic!
xo Catherine
October 13, 2011 at 4:26 AM
Becky Shander said…
So glad to know that the weather's been cooler...enjoy your bright, beautiful blooms.
October 13, 2011 at 4:54 AM
Torunn said…
Wonderful structure and colors. Beautifully taken pictures.
October 13, 2011 at 6:44 AM
Tracy said…
Dazzled and happily wallowing in this golden & russet beauty, Becca... What a lovely gift for your friend. :o) Happy Days ((HUGS))P.S. If you can stop by tomorrow, Friday, I'm having a tiny gift giveaway :o)
October 13, 2011 at 8:50 AM
Lisa Gordon said…
What a gorgeous color this mum is Becca!
And wonderful birthday wishes to dear Linda!
You are a very kind friend.
October 13, 2011 at 11:20 AM
Lorraine said…
love these colours great photos
October 14, 2011 at 12:00 PM
~Lavender Dreamer~ said…
What amazing colors! Beautiful! ♥
October 16, 2011 at 4:39 PM
Heartwideopen said…
Those Mums ARE Autumn. I love the word Autumn... it says so much more than Fall. And thanks for a link to Linda's blog. I spent some very happy minutes there this morning. What lovely photography! ;-)
October 17, 2011 at 7:52 AM
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