Happiness - The Natural Flower of Duty

When I was in my early teens, my Mom gave me a bookmark she kept

in her Bible. The words were so Beautiful, and she'd known I was fond of

it. The author is UNKNOWN but it reads, "Happiness, is the Natural

Flower of Duty, This is no Theoretical Conviction, It is the First Quick

Instinct of the Human Heart'. It finds it's way all through my Bible, and

still is one of my favorite gifts from my Mom. (your thoughts are

welcome, with appreciation....Gail)

Gail,

Wonderful image and very well presented......Regards Kawan

You have been very supportive and I truly appreciate your kindness. The encuragement is always an incentive to work so much harder, and learn more earnestly.  Thankyou so much, Gail

Thankyou so much for critiqueing my image. Your support is much appreciated as is your visit.  \most sincerely, Gail

Gail,

  Beautiful saying & image.  The colors are wonderful with great details. Thanks for sharing. Take care, Patsy

I love colours , BR

Ali

It is always nice to fondly remember a special moment with Mom.

What a nice way to recall and preserve that memory.

A very beautiful image Gail... :-))

Beautiful!

It's a very happy picture!

A wonderful uplifting image to share your special memories with us.

Have a lovely day.

Beautiful photo.  The most precious is the bookmark.  Always appreciate the free things in life, gods gift to you.  Maybe only to you but that what makes it special.  Thank you for confirming my life mantra's.   Bless all of our mom's.  Gail

The colours are fantastic and the presentation excellent . Thanks to you , I am now prowling round the garden with a camera ! Regards , Bill

So beautiful and colorful, Gail. Congratulations for your view and thoughts. Hamid.

The colors are wonderful Gail, with great detail,a very nice shot indeed,your friend Grant...ps thank you so much for your very kind comments on my work...

Well it's Friday once again, I don't know where the weeks goes!  Thankyou for your kin comments Patsy, I couldn't find the name of this flower, but hope to go back and find out.  Have a great weekend, Gail

Always appreciate seeing your critiques Ali, warm regards and thanks, Gail

Yes, special memories that I shall not forget....those of us who have had time with our Mothers are so fortunate.  Many don't have the opportunity, and it is one that I hope is a good memory for those who share time with their Mom's.  Tnks for you visit. Gail

Many thanks for your continual support and encouragement, sincerely, Gail

How nice to hear from you, and what lovely thoughts you share.  My appreciation for your support, Gail

Thankyou for your kind remarks, they are very much appreciated, and your support is welcomed.  sincerely, Gail

Thankyou for sharing our toughts, and appreciation for 'my memory'.  We all are so fortunate for times such as these......much appreciation for your support Gail, have a good weekend. Hope your weahter allows you time to so some 'click'in........sincerely, Gail

Thankyou for visiting and sharing your toughts on this image. Your support is very appreciated, most sincerely, Gail

Always a pleasure to hear from you Grant, your support is truly appreciatd.  Any  comments I make on your Photos are KUDOS to you...a great talent and easy going friend her on PN.  I found out early here,that you love to share your accomplishments and advise others when asked..not everyone would do that.  Hope your family is well, warm regards, Gail

Lovely work! Warm regards, Ilkka

Hi Gail,

Needed a little feel good. Great shot. Love the colors and composition. Hope your well. All my best. Hugs. Jim