perceptions

Ophrys mammosa, Bosom Orchid


Ophrys sicula, Small Yellow Orchid


Ophrys scolopax


Anacamptis pyramidalis, Pyramidal Orchid

 
It was hot today and so there was no option: Hubby had to give in and go swimming with me.
But while the saddle under my butt melted from the heat I noticed a couple of couragous plants still alive and kicking amidst the arid vegetation. Thus I decided to take an impression. Let's begin with my brightly flowering bougainvillea in front of our house:
 

Bougainvillea spectabilis
 
 

 
And then we finally arrived at our destination:

Yes, this is my swimming spot. And no, it's not photoshopped. :)
 
Splash.