Looking at full size, it's really out of focus. Did you set your 'macro' function? Maybe you should take several photos and choose the best to upload on the site...
I look at all my photos on my big screen tv and make note of the ones I like best. This is actually a small jpeg as my laptop doesn't handle raw files. I'll get into my office soon and repost the one taken in raw. I have about 10 of these shots to choose from. I'll find one with a sharper focus. My assignment for myself that day was to change the focal point. Thanks for all the comments and suggestions.
I bet it did! A great looking rose with a touch of pink to make it that much more beautiful. I really like this!
Paul