Treasures of Nature on the Eve of
Earth Day
We had spent a good part of the day at one of a kind Arts
and Crafts show at the Energy Centre in Exhibition Grounds. My soul had ample
nourishment with all manners creative delectable, whether it is in the form of
rich textiles, metal sculptures, paintings, photos, pottery, jewelry and
attires by the numerous, very talented exhibiters. When our feet refused to carry us any longer,
we sought a respite with a hot gourmet coffee; then mindful of the impending
bad weather we reluctantly headed home. The weather being so chaotic lately, on
the chance that the cherry trees would be in bloom, we abandoned the direct
route and detoured through High Park.
My disappointment at not seeing any blossoms was soon supplanted
when I spotted a flowering patch in the distance. “Stop!” I cried, “I have to
see this.”
Moments later we precariously
parked alongside the road; I jumped out of the car and made my way straight down
the slope to get a better view, ignoring all the while the biting cold wind
buffeting my sleeves. I had on a light jacket, for the previous week’s odd warm
spell had spoiled me. In truth today was more typical of March weather.
I was not
disappointed. This strange occurrence, this
capricious display, call it what you will, my eyes soon beheld the wondrous rows and rows of delicate
flowers, strewn on the ground with their tiny white petals, dotted with
occasional blues, stoic and beautiful, bending their heads, oftentimes whipped
by the sudden rising cold winds. Nature has such surprises and I felt fortunate
to be there at the right time to appreciate this carpet of wonder. Feeling
somewhat melancholy, my heart quaked knowing the weatherman had called for snow
later on this day.
Here are some of the wonders that my eyes had beheld that
fortunate, rare moment:
Happy Earth Day!
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