While there are signs that summer is drawing to a close and fall is waiting just around the corner, there’s still time for summer blooms.
There’s an abundance of insects for flower blooms this time of year. Perhaps for the insects it’s like a last minute rush to the store for supplies. I had to be fast to get this image without a bee in the frame.
I normally gravitate toward sharp focus and saturated colors but can find it peaceful and soothing to immerse myself in softer aspects.
I’ll need these few moments of peacefulness today–it’s bath time for our two dogs. 
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Earl, The soft focus really conveys a feeling of peace and tranquility.
I like this, not only the softness but also the pale and not to warm colour scale. I hope you did well with the dogs, and not got too wet…
Images do bring forth emotions within us. Both this image and your humor have done that this morning. Maybe the quiet will come after the paths.
@Steve: Thanks. I still find it amazing how much emotion a photo can convey.
@Ove: The dogs did well, so for once they got more of the bath then I did.
Maybe they picked up on my “peacefullness.”
@Monte: Baths seem to affect both dogs like a giant cup of caffeinated coffee. But, I did grab some quiet time once they settled back down.
I like this treatment. The softness and the pastel colors seem appropriate for the fading of summer.
What a contrast between the peacefulness of the photos and wrestling two “caffeinated” dogs through a bath.