Bloom Where You Are Planted
Nature has a lovely way of surprising us. So often, where we see decay and waste, suddenly we see beauty spring forth. Nature teaches us lessons. Bloom where you are planted. The daffodils in the picture above are a brilliant example. Hanging tenaciously to the side of the pond, they are blooming in profusion; a welcome sign of spring. They could be washed away if there are heavy rains or crushed underfoot, but in spite of that, they bloom. We, too, can bloom where we are planted in spite of difficulties and hardships. This is a lesson I have learned over the years that once again has become evident in my life. Image via Wikipedia The past year I have been struggling to find a full-time position. I have several part-time jobs writing and teaching, but nothing permanent and nothing that gives benefits. I could look at this as a negative, but instead, I have found that it is an opportunity, almost a calling, to do something new with ...