One more attempt to get up close and personal with blooming flowers using my new macro lens resulted in this photo.  I will have another in a day or two.

I've been practicing lately with a new Macro lens.  Trying to capture interesting angles of flowers growing outside.  The constant rain and windy conditions have posed many challenges, but I've managed to get out a few times.  Here is my first attempt with the remnants of an early morning rain on our flower bed.  I will post other photos in a few days.