You know that saying, “Stop and smell the roses”?
Well, in Seattle it’s more like, “Stop and see the tulips.”
Because Seattle is crazy about spring. We are outdoors people, and being cooped up inside for four months is quite enough, thank you very much.
That’s why in April, we blissfully exit our rain caves to pilgrimage north to the sunshine technicolor of the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival.
What has the year 2013 meant to you?
For me, it’s been a year of trial and error, acceptance and surprises, joy and friendship.
For my daughter, who turned three, it’s been a flagship year, too.
Who knows what the future will hold…
She began to experiment with being her own person, complete with her own goals and opinions. (Oh, the opinions!) And throughout all these confusing leaps of personhood, it’s heartwarming to see the security she gains from friendship, particularly with her buddy since birth, Noa.
In celebration of the year behind us—and the friends with us through every thrill, challenge, and accomplishment along the way—I give you…
In honor of Labor Day, I have some motivational posters for you.
Enjoy your holiday … hopefully labor-free!
By Dr. John Bullas, Flickr CC
