FLOWERS

​Over these past two months, I was able to witness and attend two birthdays for women who were celebrating 60 years of life.  60 years is a long time to experience life and they deserve to be celebrated.  Their wisdom, perseverance and strength doesn’t go unnoticed.  With that being said, it is such a milestone and blessing to make it to see 60.  Many people aren’t making it to 25, 40, or 50 now and days but that has almost been the norm. 
We seem to celebrate the life of people more when they’re gone than when they’re alive.  That seems like the norm too but that cycle should change.  If people are doing great in the community, a mentor or just someone you look up to, whatever it is, they should know how much they mean to you.  Show them the appreciation and love that they deserve.  You don’t have to throw parties for them or go over the top unless that’s just how you do things but just to tell them that you see who they are and respect their journey and their light that continues to guide you.  Showing those your appreciation and love for them is something you won’t regret.  When they’re gone, you can show it all you want, but they’re not here to receive it.  Take that extra step with those that you truly love in your life now and not wait till it’s too late. Give them their flowers while they are still here to enjoy them.