March Forth

March 4th! One of my favourite days of the year! It's a declaration! March 4th is the only day of the year, which when said aloud, in English, is a call to move forward - to get the job done!

Yes, in two months time, we'll all be channeling our inner Yoda's, and wishing one another well, saying, "May the fourth be with you." Some, will reply, "...and with you, as well." Today, however, is a complete statement in and of itself. March forth. Go forward. Take action.

For those of us who march to the beat of a different guitar (you can drum on a guitar), it's a day for boldness. Step into those Flamenco heels. toss your head back, and go for it.

Every risk I have ever taken, has been worth it. March 4th was the beginning of many of them. Transformation and transition are not always smooth. Sometimes, you have to stomp your heels, and clap your hands.     

Flamenco originated in Southern Spain's Andalusian region. Moors, from North Africa ruled the area from the 8th to 15th Centuries, bringing Arab Muslim culture, art and music to Spain. At first, Flamenco was simply voice, and the rhythmic clapping of hands. Dancing, and later - much later - guitars were added.  It wasn't until the late 1800's that the word Flamenco was used to describe the passionate music and dance.

     

These Oriental Lilies have filled home with their spicy fragrance for nearly two weeks! Of all the cut flowers, they are wildly sophisticated, and economical, too! Their scent fills a large room, yet, it's natural, and not as cloying as a chemical room fragrance.

They're wonderful to photograph! They're floral dancers, with so much movement in every curve of a petal, in every undulation of a leaf. I love their freckled faces!

Happy March 4th! Snap your fingers, and click your heels!

Photographs Copyright of:  Ruth Adams, Widow's Endorphins Photographic Images Incorporated.