Pretty close to perfection

On 16 April 2013, this was the only Water Lily in bloom at the Calgary Zoo. Moments earlier, it had been standing tall and upright. Then the sprinkler was turned on and the weight of the water bowed down this beautiful bloom, giving a different angle on the centre. I love Water Lilies and I thought this one, despite fewer petals on its left side, looked pretty against the mottled lily pads. Haven't had time, or else the weather has been gloomy and overcast, to get back to the Zoo. Also have been getting enough wildlife to keep me occupied and happy : )

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