Reader,
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I posted this on Instagram yesterday morning, not planning to share it here with you. But then something unexpected happened...
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This flower lives across the street from my house.
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It gives me hope.
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It bloomed with help from the rain and sun, but it stands alone.
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There's not another one like it in sight.
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Every time I walk by, I feel grateful and inspired.
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Growing can feel hard and lonely at times, especially when others are on a different path.
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But your growth will inspire others, too.
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Even if you have to stand alone sometimes.
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The unexpected part...
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Later that day, while making dinner, I heard the sound of lawnmowers.
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Every month or so, a landscaping crew comes through to mow the neighborhood parkway.
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Last night was the night.
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Panicked, I ran outside to save my flower muse.
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At first glance, my heart sank. I thought I was too late.
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Then, I saw it.
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Whoever mowed this patch of grass must've been inspired by this special golden flower, too.
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My partner thanked the kind soul who spared the flower. The person responded with, "There's some story behind that flower. How did it get there?"
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People are good. There is beauty everywhere. That flower is still standing, and so are we.
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In these dark, overwhelming times, I needed that flower.
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I hope it provides you with a little light, too.
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Is there something small that has been giving you hope lately? I'd love to hear. Reply and let me know.
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Wishing you many hopeful, beauty-full moments,
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Sandi
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