Lugubrious

Adjective: Appearing exaggeratedly sad or mournful.

Examples: “After the sad news he appeared more lugubrious than usual.”

“Her long face indicated how lugubrious she felt.”

We visited the Huntington Gardens in Pasadena a few weeks ago and there was a magnificent bloom of roses going on. I took a lot of pictures and will use many of them on the blog over the next few weeks. You’re welcome.