New Beginnings…

     I used to think that life can best be characterized by a rose; it starts off as a fragile bud, promising in its beauty and freshness.  Nourishment from water and sunlight serves as a catalyst for it to slowly unfurl its petals… unveiling wonderful experiences and beautiful memories until at last, it reaches its full splendor; a rose in full bloom, ensnaring the world with its captivating beauty and lingering fragrance.  For a time it lingers in this beauty, until slowly, it fades away.  Letting go of each delicate petal one by one, bidding goodbye to old friends and to the glorious moments… until finally, it withers and fades into forgotten-ness.

     I remember talking to my angel about goodbyes.  Goodbyes are inevitable, as each moment can only linger for so long, and each person cannot be caged in a definite here and now.  But then I realized that goodbyes need not be permanent nor necessary.  For every memory that fades away can be cataclysmic of newer, more wonderful tomorrows.  Too optimistic?  Not really…  I have come to the conclusion that life, more than being just a single perfect blossom, is actually a rosebush in full bloom.  A single flower may stand out and be the focus of others’ attention and our own, but though this seemingly perfect blossom may wither and fade away, newer buds  would start to grow and take its place.  Life is a perfect symphony of blossoms.  And with proper nourishment from water, soil, and sunlight the rosebush would thrive and bloom.  In a similar fashion, life viewed with optimism and faith, and generoulsy showered with love, would surely be a treasure trove of beautiful memories, inspiring moments, and valuable lessons.