Sakura: Cherry Blossoms

The bright, clear light of springtime brings a soft glow to the ornamental cherry trees I see blossoming this time of year.  They are the last to bloom of all the flowering trees and create a grande finale of fluffy white blossoms that turn to pink as time passes.  I think they become more beautiful as they age just like many people do...

The cherry blossom, called sakura, is a symbol of fleeting beauty and the fragility of life in Japanese culture. These delicate blossoms and their ephemeral nature are often celebrated in art... 

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