Smell the Roses

When you first walk into Lief Ericson Park in Duluth, the first thing you notice is the aroma of the roses. Then you look around and see roses, roses and more roses, with a variety of colors and sizes. I started to take a few photos and found my self enamored in the smell and beauty of the roses. I could not take a bad shot of the flowers, and if I did, I have no one to blame but myself. Years ago, a lady in one of my churches always told me "Pastor, you need to take time to smell the roses." That is one best pieces of advice I have ever received. As you look at these photos of roses and other flowers, take time to imagine their smell. Then praise the Lord for the gift of a smell!