When my boys were in nursery school, one of the main goals of the program was to give the children the opportunity and self-confidence to speak for themselves. Their teachers would tell them to "use your words." This became the child's cue to look at their friend and to tell them how they were feeling in a direct, simple way. This phrase became commonplace in our home and was repeated countless times during conflicts between siblings, angry episodes, and in quiet moments to help tears turn into self-expression. That little sentence gave me the inspiration to start this blog. So now, here I am, using my words.
Wednesday, February 22, 2017
The Space Between
In the gap between stones
Within the deep canyons of old stories and new
A rich stew of memory and the unknown brews.
Trust this fertile ground ripe with possibility.
There is no brighter surprise than a tender dandelion blooming through the crack.
Thank you so much, Jen! I've always been very fond of dandelions. My boys would carefully pick them and present them to me, with smiles as bright as the blooms! They are (as you know) one of the first food sources for bees, and their value is truly misunderstood and often ignored. Here's to the loyal and resilient dandelion! Thank you for reading and for your comment. ❤️
I love that it's a dandelion! Not the weed that some battle to eradicate but a powerful nutrient with a happy yellow flower. Very nice!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, Jen! I've always been very fond of dandelions. My boys would carefully pick them and present them to me, with smiles as bright as the blooms! They are (as you know) one of the first food sources for bees, and their value is truly misunderstood and often ignored. Here's to the loyal and resilient dandelion! Thank you for reading and for your comment. ❤️
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