Wildflowers fit Valentine’s Day. I’ve never cared much for cut flowers—I prefer seeing them naturally, which in some climates isn’t possible this time of year.
Texas Paintbrush – Happy Valentine’s Day!
But I do take hundreds and hundreds of wildflower photos while I’m out in the field looking for birds, so I always have some flower photos up my sleeve. Well, actually, they’re in my archives waiting to be shared.
I took photos of Texas Paintbrush last spring at Tishomingo National Wildlife Refuge in south-central Oklahoma. There were several patches of native wildflowers on the refuge where I could easily pull over to photograph them, along with the butterflies and other insects feeding on their nectar, pollen, and leaves.
I picked this photo to share today because I associate white, pink, and red with Valentine’s Day, and these wildflowers have all three. Simple as that.
Valentine’s Day is increasingly viewed as a celebration of all types of love, not just romantic love. It is a day to express love and gratitude in all relationships, including friendships.
Because of my passion for bird, wildlife, and nature photography, I’ve made some fantastic friends, and I’m ever so grateful for that. I include those of you who visit my site among them.
So, Happy Valentine’s Day to you all! 
Life is good.
Mia
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Happy belated Valentine’s Day Mia, and thank you once again for sharing you’re beautiful images and wonderful messages. You bring joy to so many people with your photography.
Mia, so very grateful for the joy you bring me every day with your amazing photography! Happy Valentine’s Day! May your life always be filled with love!
Happy Valentines day to you too, Mia.
And thank you for these beautiful images you share with all of us, everyday.
The wildflowers are lovely. I also enjoy flowers as they come. Happy Valleytines!
Back at you, and thanks for brightening many of my days.
Happy Valentine’s Day, perfect post for today!
Happy Valentines day to you, too.