As I was strolling down the street this week, a flash of color caught my eye. Tucked into a cone of brown paper, a lovely little nosegay was abandoned by a lamppost.

When I picked it up to see if there was a clue as to the owner, a little card proclaimed “finders keepers”! The local flower shop had placed bouquets around town to be discovered as a happy Friday surprise, and all they asked in return was that we pass the kindness along.

Friends, sometimes it feels like an accomplishment to be merely civil. Sometimes it is victory to just get through the day. But most times, if we’re willing, there is a chance for kindness. Generosity. Joy.

May we offer with whole hearts.

May we receive with full spirits.

May the ripples expand across our whole world.

With thanks to the wonderful Middlemist florist for this delightful surprise!