Life Is Full of Sweet Spots

“Simplicity

is the glory

of expression.”

— Walt Whitman

simple elegance

showcase of finest beauty

picture of glory

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With simple layers of petals surrounding a prominent center of pollen-swollen stamen, Single Fernleaf Peonies are said by many to outshine their Double Fernleaf Peony cousins, whose classic multiple petal layers hide their center’s beauty • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Simplicity” haiku by Mary O’Connor

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