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Letting my dog out this morning, I’m greeted by the same bleak mid-winter palette of browns and greys as yesterday. And yet. Today’s sunshine has turned the morning dew into a scattering of sparkling jewels across the lawn.
I see magic in Nature’s designs, kindling a spark of joy in anticipation of springtime gardening. The colorful blooms to come. The tender work of sowing and gathering. The soothing pace of editing out the weeds. She’s rallying me to carry on despite the urge to run and hide from the world.
I will try to rise to the challenge, keeping Nature close and doing my best to protect her and the community she sustains. Wish me courage. Wish us all courage. (And happy Martisor to our Romanian friends.)