January 2,2014 "Perseverance"

There is a blizzard currently blowing around outside my door.  They have decided to name the storm "Hercules".   I chose to photograph the Rose from our garden that is still standing even in the middle of this storm.   Not only is she standing but there is an undeniable beauty lying within this rose as it stands against the storm.   Her perseverance is evident.   So without further ado, I introduce "Perseverance".