"My father taught me that you can read a hundred books on wisdom
and write a hundred books on wisdom, but unless you apply what
you learned then its only words on a page. Life is not lived
with intentions, but action."
Shannon L. Alder
As I entered the library, I spotted a quiet cubicle hidden in the upper floor and I claimed it immediately. My book bag held my iPad, thesaurus, blank journal and previously recorded material. I unpacked everything and settled into the chair.
I had deliberately claimed this day for personal expansion. I wanted to broaden my knowledge and open myself to new ideas. I roamed the stacks of books choosing from sections on flower arrangement, landscape, and terrariums. I was excited thinking of spring!
In my mind, the fresh breeze carried seeds of possibility ready to be nurtured. I realized, however, all of this would be a whim if I didn't invest time and energy. Hours would be needed for research and then experimentation. This sobering realization prompted me to pick up a cactus and small globe terrarium. This was all of the action I was willing to invest at this time, and the rest would remain words upon a page.
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