@Lorraine: Thanks Betty, no I mean Lorraine. I am pulling your leg 'cause you called me Barb today. It's OK though, it's Friday. Have a wonderful weekend sweetie.

Earnest from Oklahoma, United States

Colorful and sharp, Marion... seems like it is getting a little dark though. (Not a complaint.)

26 Sep 2008 2:26pm

@Earnest: Thanks Earnest, it was in the shade when I took the picture, so yes it is a little dark. Red is so hard to photograph.

MJ from Delaware, United States

great capture...it so of reminds me of a firework getting ready to explode....beautiful

26 Sep 2008 2:45pm

Jrask from Pasadena, United States

another lovely one, especially with the hint of contrast between the healthy central dahlia and the wilted one on the right

26 Sep 2008 3:07pm

Mandy Provan from Johannesburg, South Africa

Your Dahlia's are so beautiful Marion - this ones deep red is just gorgeous!

26 Sep 2008 3:40pm

Judy from Brooksville-Florida,, United States

What a gorgeous color, Marion ........ they are such a beautiful flower.

PS: Sent you a couple of way-overdue images today! xx

26 Sep 2008 7:02pm

Viewfinder from Bradenton, United States

Definitely pretty. Definitely red. Well photographed here, Marion.

26 Sep 2008 11:24pm

Observing from West Cheshire, United Kingdom

What a lovely shade of red, rich and vibrant. I like the two extremes here, full of life, and past the sell by date..... :) Good work, and have a great weekend..!

26 Sep 2008 11:44pm