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Need a Great Escape?

8/24/2018

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     When I spotted this hibiscus escaping between glass panels of a greenhouse, I wondered whether its plant brain cried out, “Enough of this protected environment. Give me the ecstasy of an authentic life!”     
     And I asked if I’m allowing the sun and the rain and the wind of real life to hit me, or whether I’m sheltering myself in some greenhouse. Whether my blossoms will unfold in a controlled habitat only, or I’ll allow them to be showcased in the world?
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Is it time to break out of my comfort zone? To join that group I’ve avoided? Launch that project? Volunteer in that organization? Make a great escape into vital living?     
     What’s the point of blooming in the privacy of a greenhouse anyway?

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Jean Hoefling link
8/30/2018 05:27:23 pm

Love the photo and thoughts, Trish. Though I agree that blooming alone is not ideal, sometimes I feel too fragile to get out of a more protected environment into the rub and jostling of "authenticity." There seem to be seasons when I feel I must stay within the confines of a quieter, protected life in order to survive. No doubt there's a balance somewhere.

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Trish Hermanson link
8/31/2018 01:05:04 pm

I totally understand, Jean! I'm always wanting more green pastures and still waters. Thanks for writing.

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