Weeds of Opportunity: Finding Solace and Soul Connection in The Dirt of Life

Weeds like life issues, though unwelcome at first, can present unexpected opportunity, possibility and healing perspective

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At first glance, weeds in a garden bed are about as welcome
as messy little problems in life. They all need tending, yet they also bring opportunity.

Though I am certainly known for my green thumb, cooking or gardening, I have certainly learned the dirty. Each year I plant a few ‘manageable’ flower gardens that require minimal tending so that I can have the best of both worlds: flowers and a life.