by Gail Z. Martin
During the summer, our backyard is a lush garden. At this time of year, it’s just a shadow of its former glory. Sometimes when I look out the window, I feel sad because what’s left is scrubby and pale. I feel that way on bad days about life in general, too. Some days it just seems like the color has been leeched out of everything. Then I remember the garden. I know we’ve planted dozens of tulip and daffodil bulbs out there. Many of them came from my late mother-in-law’s garden, so they are a wonderful reminder of what a strong, loving woman she was and how important an influence she was in my life. I can’t see those bulbs right now, but come spring, they’ll be fantastic. Most of the plans are perennials, so although they look scrubby now, they will be amazing when it warms up. I try to remind myself that although on certain days I feel far away from the results I want to accomplish, in reality, the seeds and bulbs have been planted and in due time they will blossom, just like the garden in the backyard.
Have you ever gotten a business or personal insight from something in nature? Please share!
