Someone else found this gorgeous quote "It was only a sunny smile, and little it cost in the giving, but like morning light it scattered the night and made the day worth living."
I was walking past the garden where I always stop to smell and photograph the roses when on my dog walks and the couple were working in their yard. I told them how I always stopped and smelled their fragrant flowers and they were truly beautiful. The woman, a little confused at first, either because of her grasp of English or my mask mumbling, broke into a beaming smile. She thanked me and was clearly chuffed.
I had really only said something because I always worry they'll catch me leaning over the fence to take photos & get annoyed, but it turned into such an uplifting moment for me too.
I guess it is always worth the time to tell people a compliment.
Linking with #FloralFridayFoto
Lovely quote and I love the flowers. They made me smile.
ReplyDeleteHave a fabulous day. ♥
Beautiful roses! Indeed, a smile or a few words can make your day! Thank you for sharing this lovely story!
ReplyDeleteLovely! And yeah, we gardeners are usually flattered when people stop to smell our flowers. You probably made her day.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful flowers and lovely story. The roses look like they're smiling too. Thank you for your #weekendcoffeeshare.
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful moment for the three of you! And for all of us who read this.
ReplyDeleteThis post definately made me smile, thank you#kcacols@-karendennis
ReplyDeleteI agree, I don't think we compliment people enough. Sometimes we might be too focused on other things. A great reminder, thank you. The flowers are gorgeous, I wish my garden would look like this! #KCACOLS
ReplyDeleteThose are beautiful roses. I think people plant their gardens for themselves, but when strangers stop to appreciate them it's an added bonus. Thanks so much for linking up at #KCACOLS.
ReplyDeleteI agree. It's always great to compliment people. To take time to say something kind. I always try to find something to compliment someone about when I'm at work.
ReplyDeleteRoses always remind me of my childhood as my mum always grew them in our garden, I can almost smell them now. She would have appreciated anyone showing appreciation x Thanks so much for linking up at #KCACOLS.
ReplyDeleteNever underestimate your ability to make somebody's day. Great post and reminder #KCACOLS
ReplyDeleteOh I love this! Something you thought was so small turned out to make a big difference to her! That's awesome! #KCACOLS
ReplyDeleteLovely quote and amazing how you can impact someone's day x #kcacols
ReplyDeleteWhat lovely pictures. Yes, a small gesture can completely change your whole day #KCACOLS
ReplyDeleteYes, let's be generous with our compliments!
ReplyDeleteOh that is such a beautiful quote. A sunny smile can really make such a difference. What a lovely moment in your day and those roses really are beautiful. #MischiefandMemories
ReplyDeleteAhhh what beautiful photos and that quote is just so uplifting! Thank you for joining us for #mischiefandmemories x
ReplyDeleteThese flowers are just beautiful. Thanks for sharing with #MischiefandMemories
ReplyDeleteA quick hello and a smile can go a long way. We have no idea what battles people are facing so a cheerful greeting can make all the difference and makes the giver feel good too! Thanks for linking up with #MischiefAndMemories
ReplyDeleteDo you now what I like most? The light from their eyes when they heard something nice, or even they see a smile.
ReplyDeleteLovely roses, a beautiful Nature creation! Thank you for offering these beautiful images in the game!
Happy WW and a fabulous week!
Such a beautiful post x #mischiefandmemories
ReplyDeleteBeautiful post ! The quote in the beginning is very thoughtful . I can almost smell the roses. Thanks for sharing with Garden Affair.
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