Grounded. Staying grounded. What does that mean to you?
We’ve rounded the corner of winter, on to the home stretch of spring in our sights, and something brilliant is happening.
New life. New growth. Signs of life are on the horizon. It’s exciting. Exhilarating. Even if you love winter. I think what I love most about where we live is the seasons. About the time we are exhausted and over one, another appears. And perhaps, just perhaps, spring is the best reminder of that.
It all begins with the ground. You see, I love growing things. In the winter months, I brought those favorite plants in, nurtured them, transplanted them, watered them, fought mites, and moved them around until they were happy. Sunlight helps. But when it comes down to it, just like us, they have to be grounded.
So, back to that question. What grounds you? Faith? Family? Gathering with friends? Quiet times? Hiking? Walking? Reading? Home? Routine? Travel? Gardening? Creativity? What brings you back to who you are? Awakens your spirit and causes you to thrive?
We each have our own version. I’m contemplating that today with all of you. Roots are important. Growth is important. And without the good ground from where that springs, it can feel like new life, new growth, and new energy may have difficulties or are beyond our grasp.
The challenge for us today? Take a look at where you are rooted. Do you need transplanting? A new view? A bit of new soil? A new location? A deeper root system? A bit of watering? Food for growth? Protection from things that cause injury or disease? Repotting?
I know I’m speaking “greenhouseeze,” but isn’t it a good metaphor for life in general?
Maybe we are like seeds that have simply not “germinated” yet, waiting for a deep freeze or a dark spot to pass before springing forth. Hang on. Hang in there. Spring is coming. It’s right there.
I’m evaluating today. What grounds me. Brings me back to what’s important in life. What makes up my design and feeds my soul. Maybe that’s a good thing for all of us to do this time of year.
We are all gardeners, you see. Gardeners of people. Pouring into others in ways that maybe we don’t recognize. Giving. Not just advice, but of ourselves. Every word and action that comes from us communicates to others. Will it help others grow or stifle that growth?
Hmmm…something to ponder. So, don’t mind me. I’ve been repotted this year in a new format. At times, I can’t feel the sides of that pot, which is a little bit frightening. But guess what? There’s room to germinate. Grow. Room to expand. To spread out and see beyond my boundaries. And bloom.
As you begin to see new life all around you and signs of spring burst forth, don’t forget that you too, friend, are a living organism that needs life, nurturing, watering, and blooming where you are planted. Take care of the ground where you are planted. Take care of yourselves.
I know you will be a great addition to the garden.
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