For the sunflowers

Every week this summer I have gone to the farmer's market with a dollar bill in exchange for a stalky, brilliant sunflower (or two). This became an unexpected ritual. I've never been much into buying flowers but I've conceded--- I do not have a garden.  Flowers in a bottle really do make a difference! 

Rain spattered down upon our faithful vendors this past week at the market and the teddy bear sunflowers were browning around the edges. Autumn has arrived and I believe this is the end for my beloved girassois, at least in their petalled form. 

 Sunflowers are a habitat for unlikely creatures, like my moth friend above.

I have named this blog in their honor. 

If you look, you can see them everywhere!