Nature's Beauty

< Lovely, velvety petals, arrayed in numerous splendid colors. A joyous sight for the eyes to behold, sweet fragrances for the senses to rejoice. Regardless of a loving touch they will bloom to reveal the magnificent inner beauty. Quite fragile ,yet strong in the onslaught of a storm. How curious, such a delicate flower can possess such strength to survive. Such loveliness marred by thorns? Or simply nature's defense from handlers without appreciation for its value.