Signs of Fall

October 30, 2016 · By Deb Phillips – The Photo Gal 
Close-up of pumpkins at Roger's Trees and Nursery in Lewisville, NC

Pumpkins are one of the colorful symbols of fall.

Pumpkins and Mums

Although fall was a little slow getting here this year, let’s relish its beautiful colors while they last. (The photos in this post were taken at Roger’s Trees and Nursery along Shallowford Road in Lewisville, NC.)

Closeup of mums sold by Roger's Trees and Nursery

Beautiful, multi-colored mums also indicate that fall is upon us.

More Colorful Photos of Pumpkins and Mums

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Mystery and Majesty

July 13, 2009 · By Deb Phillips – The Photo Gal 
The blooms of a beautiful Turk's Cap Lily (Lilium superbum) hang in splendor before a blurred-out background of yellow daylilies. Deb Phillips was the photographer of this shot taken in Lewisville, NC (Forsyth County).

The blooms of a beautiful Turk’s Cap Lily (Lilium superbum) hang in splendor before a blurred-out background of yellow daylilies.

Unexpected Beauty

Little did I know when I pulled out of the driveway one recent morning that I’d soon run smack-dab into mystery and majesty.

I was driving along Yadkinville Road, intent on checking out possible photo opportunities at a nearby farm, when I glanced toward one of the private drives in the Sattsgate development. There, I saw a lady tending a large, beautiful patch of yellow daylilies. I thought, “Wow! I’ve never noticed those beauties before! I’m turning around to check them out.”

When I got out of my truck, I introduced myself to Mrs. Barbara Brooks, a retired nurse. Our conversation went on for at least an hour, as Barbara graciously showed me around the floral paradise that surrounds the home where she lives with her husband, Dr. Joe Brooks, a retired N.C. State horticulturist. (You should also know that Dr. Brooks proudly drives a bright red — really clean — pickup truck with an NCSU plate on the front!)

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My Mother’s Rose

May 9, 2009 · By Deb Phillips – The Photo Gal 
A Red Knockout Rose planted by Grace Jennings Phillips Spainhour. Deb Phillips, photographer.

For Mother's Day, a red rose signifies respect and undying love.

A Tradition

Here in the South, it has long been a tradition to wear a rose on Mother’s Day. According to tradition, if one’s mother is no longer living, the rose should be white. And if one’s mother is still alive, the rose should be red.

For this Mother’s Day, I’m thankful to be displaying a red rose in honor of my mother, who — like so many mothers throughout the ages — has always demonstrated unwavering love for her children. CLICK for more on My Mother’s Rose

These Hearts

May 3, 2009 · By Deb Phillips – The Photo Gal 
The flower, Dicentra spectabilis, is also known as a bleeding heart. Deb Phillips, photographer.

The flower, Dicentra spectabilis, is also known as a bleeding heart.

Some hearts are cold and closed — but these hearts are tender and free.

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