Beauties and Blessings

The forget-me-nots in the vase beside my kitchen sink catch my eye as I finish the breakfast dishes. Such delicate loveliness, such vibrant colors! They almost look artificial in their perfection, the soft yellows, the baby blues. These are the handfuls of spring flowers brought to me by my sweet children, sitting so cheerfully on the counter. They brighten my morning as they turn their beaming faces towards me, reminding me of the many beauties and blessings in my life. 

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