Some Things Take Time

Growing up my mom grew orchids in her bathroom around her jacuzzi tub by two large windows. They were purple and only bloomed once or twice a year. I remember always being amazed by their beautiful color, texture, and unique shape. Most importantly however, I was amazed at how rare a blossom was. One day I took a picture when serveral blossoms had developed and opened, and thought it was neat to be able to capture that many at the same time.

That picture hung on my bulletin board for several years as a quiet reminder that some things in life take time. When I struggled with school, feeling good about my body, or felt bad because I didn't have a testimony like everyone else at that time I would remember that picture. Was that flower less beautiful because it didn't have constant blossoms galore? No, in fact, orchids are considered beautiful because of their rareness and uniqueness. I no longer have that picture but rather a real orchid of my own. It has taught me patience and faith in times of struggle, self doubt, and heartache. Sometimes in life the best things come in small blossoms!