Oh...the light was just right!

Tithonia rotundifolia - Mexican Red Torch Sunflower

Sometimes the light hits a flower just right and all you can do is stop and drink in her exquisite, intensely shimmering, vibrant beauty. She almost seemed to be on fire. It was all about the way the light was illuminating her. THIS was her big moment and she gloried in it. No filters or adjustments except cropping of this picture which was taken Thursday evening 9-19-24 just before sunset. 

As I was doing evening chores I walked past one of our many Tithonia rotundifolia (Mexican Red Torch Sunflower) plants that are exploding in blooms right now. My attention was immediately drawn to this particular bloom.  I simply had to stop and take her picture. Beauty such as this is ever so fleeting but it definitely should be shared.

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