Potential

We moved into a new/very old house in July of 2020.  The Japanese magnolia tree next to our house was covered in green leaves.  We'd missed it's annual bloom in late winter, so I've been eagerly waiting to see what she'll do!  The tree has been covered in fuzzy buds for weeks.  The buds still look too small to pop open into flowers - but today... the first bloom appeared!  I've been snapping photos of the tree each day this week.  I could see some color at the very top of the tree.  Looking at the photos on the computer - there are actually several spots of pink hiding in the  branches... so much potential about to pop off!  I can't wait to see what it will look like all covered in Spring.  I can't wait until there are too many blooms to count.  Today though, there's just one.  An eager early riser... the first to the party.  I didn't notice her at all in the photos I've taken.  She sprung open on the backside of the tree where I wasn't even looking.  I love her.  I am so happy she's here!  I appreciate this beauty in her singularity.  Soon, I won't be able to find her among her sisters.  She's the first to stand up, not afraid to stand out, calling the others to join her in the light.  What a beautiful, brave girl.  She makes me think of other brave girls who were the first to stand up and stand out... knowing their sisters were not far behind.  Here's to their potential.  Here's to their brave! Here's to YOUR potential.  I see you.  I am so happy you're here!