Many weeks ago, I bought flowers for the rumpus room mantle. Since then, I’ve continued. And I like it.
There’s something stirring about fresh flowers in a home. Maybe it’s the sheer beauty. Maybe it’s the presence of nature. Whatever it is, I am taken by it and now accept flower-buying as part of my budget. That’s a big deal for me, y’all! I’m frugal times ten. But I’ve decided it’s worth it. Not for the lovely factor, but for the soul factor.
Yesterday at the grocery store, while doing the weekly shopping and choosing which colorful stems to bring home, I discovered another benefit. Before I knew it, I was singing “Flowers” by my friend Kate Graves. And though I mostly remembered the tune only, I did remember a few words from the chorus: I buy flowers – every day. So not only did I bring home flowers, I got to smile and think of a dear friend. I’d say that’s a pretty sweet day at the market.