Isolation Series: "Christmas Flowers"

"Christmas Flowers"
11x14" marker & ink on paper

There is legend surrounding the poinsettia flower: that of a child who wished to bring a gift to the special baby lying in the church crèche. She had nothing to offer but a clutch of roadside flowers. When she placed her homemade posy before the manger a miracle occurred: the white blossoms transformed into beautiful red ones giving the poinsettia the name “Flores de Noche Buena” - “Flowers of the Holy Night.” The story is a reminder that little becomes much especially in a year when so much has been taken away. A small kindness offered through words, a smile, and patience extended can become such a meaningful gift. 

May your season be blessed with sincere miracles - both large and small, given and received, this year.