A few weeks ago, I noticed growth where there had not been anything in previous year and wondered what it could be. It looked like it was some type of tulip, but we had never planted any of those since we moved in almost six years ago. Later, I remembered that our landscaper had mentioned planting bulbs last fall. He had hidden something in the soil two seasons ago. Since that time we have had freezes, snows, hard winds. We have had diseases and dissension. What a gift to see a bud emerging from that spot. A beautiful tulip grows there, as well as several other spots in the front flower beds. When times are tough and scary, it is helpful for me to see the hope of growth. What can we plant today that will bring joy and hope in the future?