Shallow DOF

I was talking to Suzanne about the Lensbaby, and how I would like to give it a try again in the future.  When I have used it (borrowed from her) I found it very difficult to get anything at all in focus.  She suggested I try my 55mm lens with an extension tube.  So that's what I did here.  It gave me a more shallow DOF than my macro lens, yet allowed me to get close. It was fun, and another excuse to photograph cherry blossoms, but it still needs some work.  At least I didn't have to buy any more equipment to do it.
Have a great weekend!  Thank you for following my birds, and all of the lovely comments.