Gardeners have no appreciation for the dandelion. Its root tenacity makes it difficult to remove from lawns or flower beds. The dandelion thrives as an opportunist. It sneaks into tight spaces or wedges against concrete to show how nature dislikes a vacuum.
Dandelion evolved from the French word, dent de lion that refers to the tooth-shaped leaves. Some Italians call it pisacan (dog pisses) referring to their prevalence near sidewalks. Northern Italians like the word, soffione (blowing). In this stage the flower turns wispy and creates seeds overnight. French fondly call it pissenlit, (piss in bed), apparently referring to its diuretic qualities.
Each seed has a parachute to twirl into position and add color to boring landscapes.
Today, notice what some people call "weeds." Observe how they sneak into and consume cracks in the man-made world. They show us how to deal with unfriendly circumstances.
Today, notice what some people call "weeds." Observe how they sneak into and consume cracks in the man-made world. They show us how to deal with unfriendly circumstances.
Most of life's daily challenges create tiny fissures of irritation where we need flowers to bloom. Frustrations include: stepping in chewing gum, losing and misplacing items, feeling gravity's tug on grocery bags, and spilling liquids - to name a few. Rarely do major life occurrences propel us to agony the way these incidentals take over our moments with ferocity.
How can we turn these aspects of our lives into productive use? Humor solves most of these infringements upon our delicate balance in life. We need to work on becoming indefatigable as weeds. Then move on to shine up our funny bones to view the process!
Identifying with wildflowers will brighten our days.
Creative write: Become an indefatigable weed and write past obstacles. Research the name of a flower. How will you weave it into a story or poem?
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