happiness

I did not know that I liked flowers so much, that they could make me so happy. I mean, really, who could not be happy when greeted by this rainbow of colors? I give silent thanks to the one who did the planting, wondering if what now brings me so much happiness is missed by someone else. An unexpected gift, I just had to watch and wait.

I waited for what seemed like a very long time for these to open.
And these.

I can’t help but already think of how much I will miss this sight, and soon, reminded by leaning stems and browning petals that the season is passing much too soon. But the still green trees remind me of something also. There is one more season that has yet to be seen for the first time in this forest. One that has always been my favorite,  with bright colors of its own. I can hardly wait for more happiness.