The Victorian Language of flowers defines the Global Thistle as representing independence and/or liberty.
I find thistles remarkable subjects. Every angle offers a different look and texture. I can also see the meaning holding form. You give someone a thistle or two and they are likely to stay away not wanting to get pricked or prodded. Giving you independence and liberty.
The Shady Tree 
I didn’t know that. Beautiful Thistle!
I loved the book, “Language of Flowers”. It is a good read and the flower references, including a dictionary at the back are so fun! Thanks so much, Laura.
You’re welcome Carrie. 🙂
Lovely picture! ❤
Thank you 🙂
you’re welcome ^^
love your take on thistles and such beautiful DOF in that marvelous image!
I absolutely loved The Language of Flowers! A good story and I learned so much.
Your thistle photo is excellent!
Thank you, Laurie. It really was a good story! Happy to know you read it. Thistles intrigue me 🙂
Gorgeous picture, Carrie. Thistles are one of my favourite subjects to photograph, as well – they have some beautiful changes over the course of the year. The language of flowers is a fascinating subject. I can easily see how the thistle came by that meaning!
Hello, Louise 🙂 Have you read the book? It is a good read. I can see it too! Glad to know you are a thistle lover like me. They are so fun to find a new angle on. Thank you!