Every Christmas, my good friend and consequential employer, gifts potted narcissus bulbs. I cherish these little bulbs because they represent a beautiful friendship and gift of kindness. I also cherish them because they usually bloom in mid-January, which happens to be the most difficult month for me to find beauty in the world. That is all going to change this January, however. :) I chose the Narcissus blooms to be my first post of beauty. These sweet, white blossoms soften the long winter days for me. They brighten my kitchen and lift my spirits. They give me hope that a glorious Spring is on it's way. Oh, how I love my little mid-winter Narcissus!
Soft, sweet, symbol of hope
When nature lies frozen and covered in snow,
When nature lies frozen and covered in snow,
With gentle grace you sprout and grow
Seeking sunlight, as you stretch long,
Amid the silence of winter's song.
Tiny blossoms, white and pure
Remind me that it's not hard to endure.
Remind me that it's not hard to endure.
With gratitude, I breathe them in,
I can now wait for Spring to begin.
Oh Jasmine! You are beautiful in every way and I'm so grateful you touch all those you come in contact with beauty, talent, testimony and optimism! I was just doing my blogging, when I saw this pop up on a FB notification on the bottom of my screen. I get to be the first to comment too, lucky me! :) Thanks, friend!
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