In the garden this morning I noted that it's time to cut back the aquilegias. They were so gorgeous this year! Yes, I think they deserve a round of applause.

Adept in their bows.

Joyous in performance.

Sometimes I wish that applause would come just a bit later, when it is so beautifully hushed that I feel like holding my breath in silence of the end.

Ukranian Pianist~ Emanuel AX