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Ashes of Roses
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Uploaded: 12/16/07 1:27 PM GMT
Ashes of Roses
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I had no idea what I was letting myself in for when I took this photo and then thought of the book "Ashes of Roses" written by Mary Jane Auch. I found the tragic history behind the story HERE PJ
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Note I have changed the link to a much less disturbing article about the connection between the book and the story. The complete story, which was the inspiration for the book can be found by searching for "The Shirtwaist Fire", which happened on March 25, 1911 in NYC in which 149 people perished.Comments
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::tigger3
12/16/07 1:45 PM GMT
Nice Job P.J. and thanks for the link. Your work is always so complete in every way. ♥ Sandi♥
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Nature in all her glory is my uplift on life.
Interesting work the faded colors and darker hues work well together.
Ian
Ian
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A lovely shot PJ and a true rose colour :) the title immediately reminded me of my mother's Ashes of Roses perfume :)
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The question is not what you look at, but what you see ~ Marcel Proust
We have a saying over here...if some one farts...they say don't worry...smells like ashes of roses!! .. .. Who's kidding who eh!!
This is stunningly gorgeous my love! .. .superlative and wonderful work from you
This is stunningly gorgeous my love! .. .superlative and wonderful work from you
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*You will have noticed that I haven't been commenting as much on your fine images!..This is because of the pains in my hands!..the constant use of the keyboard, makes this difficult..so, my dear friends..I can only apologise to you all in advance!*
OwdBob'sGallery
This is a really interesting picture. I like the muted colours and the reflection. Works really well. Like it a lot. Well done.
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Very nice macro shot PJ, I really like how theres almost no background other than the roses.
-Chris
-Chris
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And the Lord said "Go Sox" Patriots 13-0!
Dynasty Maby No..
Bernardiparts.com
wow fantastic color! Greaty job
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You were my strength when I was weak
You were my voice when I couldn't speak
That's a great macro, PJ. The story is so sad, with all those people jumping out the windows. Reminds me of 9/11.
Jim
Jim
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Imagine you are there
Nice. Like life, the reality of it is never as in the story books.
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There are 00000010 kinds of people in the world. Those who speak binary and those who don't. -mw
Gorgeous, and the unusual colours are wonderful too :-)
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"Love does not dominate; it cultivates." - Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Well, the roses are quite beautiful, but the story is very depressing. I think they used different chemicals in fabric treatment in those days and so the fabric must have been very flammable. Remember it wasn't but a couple of decades ago that they started to put flame retardants in clothing, especially children's nightware. Not that those retardants are safe for us or the environment either. A sad story with a wonderful tribute to the fallen in these lovely roses.
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You will be led to the knowledge of the internal things which are invisible to you, by the external things which you see before you. . . . Even so then, we can represent to ourselves in thought the Author of all that is, by contemplating and admiring the (visible) things which He has made, and ever brings into being.
- Hermes
A fitting rendition to the story behind its conception. The lighting is almost prayerful. I dare not say any more for fear on disturbing the magic.
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"If you can dream it, you can do it."
Walt Disney
Great colors and well composed. The shadows and the way they lie give them a melancholic touch.
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If practice makes perfect and nobody is perfect, then why practice?
Nice shot PJ. Did you use a mirror to get the reflection effect on the lower portion? That gives me some ideas! Very nice!
Stan
Stan
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“Won't you come into the garden? I would like my roses to see you”
- Richard Brinsley Sheridan
Most beautiful roses I've ever seen! Superb photo PJ.
Joanie :)
Joanie :)
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Life is the pits sometimes, but God and your friends are always there to help you through it.
Outstanding! The flowers make tribute to the story so beautifully.
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Great photo PJ. Did you take this in your garden this morning. lol. I see from watching football game what weather is like in your area. Be careful. I like all the roses with the shadows. The almost look like paper they're so fragile. Reminds me of song Paper Rosie by Gene Watson. Still one of my favorites. Great Christmas photo.
Tick
Tick
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I'll meet you at the edge of the sunlight, just behind the shadows. The Ghost
PJ, believe me, I'm used to read first the already given comments, but this time I didn't to prevent any possible influence on my opinion. I was very impressed at first sight of this image. When I say: "It's a stunning image", than it's only an attempt to describe the mood it brought me in.
Regards, Cornelius
Regards, Cornelius
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Cornelius was here! (lol) Click HERE to see his work!
I like the faded color effect ..nicely done... and thank you for the link:)
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Very pretty indeed PJ.
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Always remember - Follow the Yellow Brick Road, it will lead you to the Emerald City and OZ A very nice place to be. Trust me on this one, I live there. The Lion **** MY CAEDES GALLERY****Another Site I'm AT - MY DA HOME PAGE
Wonderful warm colors PJ! Thanks for the link too! =)
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Great composition and colors - soft and tragic.
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All of earth is crammed with heaven And every bush aflame with God But only those who see take off their shoes. - Elizabeth Barrett Browning<p>
mygallery
Beautiful macro PJ. The roses look so soft & fragile. I love the colors.
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Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away ~ George Carlin
I am that happy, we can see those wonderful roses and not their ashes.
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This is gorgeous, the color is amazingly botht soft and vibrant. It seems so intircate and delicate. Straight to my favs.
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"Imperfection is beauty; madness is genius & it's better to be absolutely ridiculous than absolutely boring. And when it comes down to it, I let them think what they want. If they care enough to bother with what I do, then I'm really better than them."--Marilyn Monroe
I did not go to link but sounds very sad by what you say...this is a beautiful shot though Pat...good title also...gerry
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"The more we come in contact with animals, and observe their behaviour, the more we love them, for we see how great is their care for their young." - philosopher Immanuel Kant
Beautiful and soft like faded silk, I don't know how you make this kind of shot PJ. The lighting is just perfect too - were you reflecting it back I wonder?
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Thanks to all my friends for the wonderful images I get to look at and learn from on Caedes every day. I always have something to say about them, but don't always have the time to record it. Please forgive me if I can't comment on all of your uploads.
Gorgeous colors of these roses, a red passed like a piece of silk. Very great.
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