We have a beautiful wild rose planted at our mailbox. Today when I was waiting for my ride to pick me up - I decided to cut a stem that had one bud that is starting to open, and at least six other closed buds. If they all open, it will be a beautiful addition to my desk, and it will make me smile every time I look at it.
But I realize that just because the POTENTIAL is there, the reality may be very different. Cutting it off the main plant, transporting an hour to work, putting it in water - any or all of those things may traumatize this poor bud into not opening.
Fortunately, I have a vivid imagination. I can see the flowers in my mind - and while that is not quite as good as seeing the real thing - the image in my mind still makes me smile. And in my mind, I can see me reaching my goal weight - again, not quite as wonderful as when I actually get there - but enough to make me smile right now.
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