Everyday Life

My children are always teaching me lessons.

A few days ago, they taught me several at once...

I found them out back,

intently working together to create a masterpiece.

I spoke before I thought and said:

"Oh guys, those are just weeds"

As soon as the words lept out of my mouth,

I regretted them.

I realized...

Those may be weeds to me but they're daisies to them.

Luckily, they ignored me and continued on,

gathering enough for a bouquet.

A beautiful bouquet indeed,

and a happy addition to our kitchen.

The second lesson I learned is simply to let them "be".

How many times have I tried to "pose" them

so I could get their picture?????

No posing necessary on this day.

I just hung out and captured them as they played.

Now when I see a pesky weed in my yard, I think twice.

"A weed is only a misplaced plant" - Anonymous

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