Cut Flowers....Plants rooted....Perennial or Annual
Seeds that, over time, grow into mighty trees.
Bulbs and Seeds planted in the earth.
All of these wonders of nature,
teaching us lessons our whole lives through,
nearly from the time of our birth.
It isn't for everyone, you see, because it takes
an interested eye,
a thoughtful mind
and an open heart
willing to be taught.
So many of us walk through life missing some of the best parts; moving through our days totally blind.
It isn't the result of not being able to,
it is a matter of choosing not to see.
Cut flowers teach us to enjoy the moment we are in,
for it will soon be gone.
Young plants teach us to nurture delicate things that need to establish themselves.
Perennials teach us to care for the people in our lives
over the long haul.
Annuals show us the importance of making
the most of every day
because, certain experiences last
a season of time and are no more.
Seeds that grow into trees,
teach us
that if we choose to engage in the belief
that something great
can come from something small,
we will develop the art of patience
and be rewarded mightily in the right time.
Bulbs and seeds
teach us
to expect something beautiful to pop up,
never knowing exactly the time or the day.
When we care for a thing,
seeing no outward progress or sign
and still expect,
things sprout and then blossom.
It is all around us, this beautiful classroom
filled with life enriching lessons.
Remove your blinders and take a peek.
Learn that results never materialize
if we don't nurture what we have been given.
Believe, have patience and expect sweet scents to fill your life.
I urge you to try this...
whether you are a child, a mother, a father,
or if you are a husband or a wife.
